Masonry & Stonework
QUESTION OF THE WEEK: “How Can I Cast My Own Concr...
Published on September 21st, 2023
Q: How can I cast my own concrete outdoor steps I’m not impressed with what’s available at home improvement stores,...Continue Reading
Basements, Foundations & Attics
Indoor Air Quality & Basement Floors
Published on September 21st, 2023
Basements often get musty smelling, especially in summer This happens if invisible amounts of condensation forms at...Continue Reading
Workshop
RANDOM ORBIT SANDERS: Watch & Learning the Basics o...
Published on September 21st, 2023
Electric random orbit sanders got popular about 25 years ago, and they're still a great option for some kinds of...Continue Reading
Welding & Metalworking
METALWORKING: Welding Homemade Steel Staircase
Published on September 15th, 2023
A while back my son, Robert, and I built a set of compact stairs for his tiny house here at his place on Bailey Line...Continue Reading
Basements, Foundations & Attics
Basement Crack Repair Torture Test Video
Published on September 15th, 2023
Concrete basements crack fairly often, but most crack repair systems only fill the gaps They offer no significant...Continue Reading
Home Interiors
The Ultimate Toilet Flange Repair
Published on September 8th, 2023
Got a broken toilet drain flange This is not an unusual problem with plastic drainpipes, and it happens where the pipe...Continue Reading
Water Systems
GOT A WATER WELL? Simple Valve Extends Pump Life & ...
Published on September 1st, 2023
Reading Time = 4 1/4 minutes Video Watch Time = 5 1/2 minutes Do you get your water from a well Millions of...Continue Reading
Energy Efficiency
10 Real-World Energy Upgrades That Really Work!
Published on August 25th, 2023
There’s nothing like pain in the pocketbook to encourage you to take household energy efficiency seriously And...Continue Reading
Portable Power Tools
POWER NAILERS: A Look At The Basics
Published on August 25th, 2023
It's hard to believe, but when Paslode invented the air nailer back in 1959, nothing much happened Most professionals...Continue Reading
Buildings & Structures
HOW TO BUILD STAIRS: Watch Video Lesson on Cutting Stringers
Published on August 23rd, 2023
In this week’s two-video episode on stairs, see how stairs are supported on notched pieces called...Continue Reading
Outdoors
AUTO SCRATCH REPAIR: Fast, Easy & Effective Buffing...
Published on August 23rd, 2023
I'm a big fan of keeping older vehicles going for the long haul, and tender loving care can go a long way in this...Continue Reading
Stationary Power Tools
SAWING LUMBER THINNER: Detailed Video Tutorial on Resawi...
Published on August 17th, 2023
Want to take your woodworking to the next level Watch my 12 1/2 minute video tutorial on adjusting and using a bandsaw...Continue Reading