Transitioning to a work-from-home setup might mean achieving your much desired work-life balance – but it also comes with its unique set of challenges. It requires you to find new ways to optimize productivity and maintain focus, and create separation…
Building a robust garage isn’t just about putting up four walls and a roof. It requires thoughtful planning and quality choices in every aspect. You’ll need to consider the materials you use, like steel for framing and treated lumber to…
Choosing the perfect garage door might seem like a daunting task, but with a dash of fun and a sprinkle of information, you’ll find the ideal match for your home in no time. Whether you’re looking for functionality, style, or…
A while back I heard that one of my nephews, William, was having trouble determining what kind of work he’d like to do in his life. After sending the note below to William, I realized that the ideas I shared…
Do you need some roof repair because your asphalt shingles got torn in the wind? Let me show you how to fix that with a job I did on my now house a while back. It’s got a steep roof,…
Never heard of making your own shop-cut veneer for woodworking projects? Let me show you why it’s a powerful technique that’s worth using because it solves problems and makes woodworking better. Sometimes the stability and strength of factory-made hardwood veneered…
Using a beautiful lakeside site example, Steve Maxwell reveals four pivotal strategies that can help anyone interested in building elegantly and efficiently with minimal environmental impact.
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In this week’s video episode, see how threaded steel pipes can be used to make excellent light fixtures; learn how specific sizes & types of steel pipe fittings make sense for light fixtures; discover an inexpensive light socket that works well with a specific size of steel fitting . . .
Hot-rodding? Yes, this means tuning up for optimal performance and that’s what this article is all about. But first, a true story . . . I was seven years-old when I used a hand plane for the first time, and…
Jigsaws are an under-appreciated power saw, for sure. They’re safer than many other saws, they can handle everything from hardwood to plate steel, most take a wide variety of blade options, and jigsaws let you cut curves. Click to learn about the fine points of choosing a jigsaw you’ll stay happy with for years of use.
Back in 2018, I checked into a nearly-new big city hotel for a few days, and I was reminded of the kind of creeping incompetence I’m seeing more and more often. As I closed the bathroom door, I noticed that…