Wood is a beautiful home feature, but it’s only as good as the finish that’s applied to it. And truth be told, a lot of people have trouble putting a simple, smooth, effective finish on interior wood. I know because…
In theory, I suppose it’s possible to live without tools in your life, but why would you want to? So many of today’s home maintenance and fix-up jobs are a snap to complete with just a few basics, and the…
In this week’s video episode, watch Steve cut into a failed submersible water well pump; see a big power hacksaw in action; discover how a nearly-new submersible pump destroyed itself from the inside out
Earlier this week we had an 18 hour blackout after an ice storm, so everyone in my area that had a generator was using it in some way. Here are six ways you can make safe and legal generator connections…
Peter Paquet is a drywall contractor friend of mine (also the best drywaller I know) who’s always quick with a joke and a smile, and he mentioned something once that I won’t forget. “If I hire a drywaller for my…
Four key tool managing tips from the Steve Maxwell, “Canada’s Handiest Man”, to help you get the most from your power saws.
If you’ve got a major renovation planned or a new home you want built, there’s one thing you can do to save tens of thousands of dollars, all without picking up a hammer or strapping on a tool belt, or…
Inverter generators have become increasingly popular for homeowners, campers, and anyone needing portable power. But what exactly is an inverter generator, and how is it different from a traditional model? In this article, I’ll explain how inverter generators work, their…
Upgrading and remodeling your kitchen doesn’t always mean tearing everything down and building everything up again from scratch. Sometimes, all you need for a good old kitchen remodel project to succeed is small, simple changes that greatly impact how you…
Getting the roof of your house right is super important. After all, your roof is what keeps you dry and cozy at home. However, finding the right roofing contractor can be a real headache due to so many options out…
Do you want to gain the satisfaction of developing practical skills, saving money doing things yourself, and becoming more confident and creative with DIY and workshop projects? This has always been something that interested me from boyhood, and it’s still…
Question: Can I attach synthetic deck lumber directly on top of the existing wood of my old deck? I’m tired of finishing and refinishing this wood. Answer: I’ve resurfaced a number of decks for this reason, and yes, you can…