My Amish neighbours are quite resourceful, often doing a lot with little. The video above is a case in point. It shows a homemade DC generator – primitive, simple, ugly, but effective. It’s made with a salvaged automotive alternator driven…
In the final analysis, do-it-yourself success comes down in part to tools, and chopsaws (also called miter saws) make building projects more fun and more productive than most others. If you’re thinking of tooling up to build your DIY skills,…
Freshwater resources are critical for homes, communities and various industries such as agriculture. As demand grows, managing these resources effectively has become a significant concern. But with almost 96 out of 204 basins in the U.S. experiencing water shortages, providing…
One of the most common wintertime problems homeowners face is condensation forming on the inside face of windows. Every winter for a couple of decades I’ve heard from distraught people wondering what to do to stop water from trickling down…
Got old paint to remove? It’s probably got lead. Read Steve’s three-step paint stripping process that will get the job done safely.
High-end tools are usually the cheapest option financially. I know this sounds strange, and perhaps that’s why so few people seem to understand this fact. The problem is especially bad with do-it-yourselfers and their tendency to buy the cheapest tools…
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, suggests homeowners save time and energy by locating their laundry appliances in kitchen. Now that’s multitasking!
Question: What kind of tradesperson fixes failed window seals? My windows are foggy between the panes with moisture but I don’t know who to look for to fix them. Answer: This is a common problem, and I’m not aware of any…
There’s more to gardening than digging a hole in the ground and planting something. Pots, planters and hanging baskets add a lot to gardening results. Check out how Mary and I do container gardening at our place on Manitoulin Island.
This is a cricket match where players never tire of deciding, and precision is never surpassed. Introducing robotic athletes in cricket! Machines come into play, kicking off a new era born of the sleek, high-tech and experience we’ve all loved…
Choosing the right window treatments can dramatically change the look and feel of your home. Custom shades offer a personalized solution that not only fits your windows perfectly but also caters to your specific needs and style preferences. For inspiration…
A while back my son, Robert, and I built a set of compact stairs for his tiny house here on the property. Click above to watch the main steel body of this stair project coming together with welded treads. It’s…