Heating, A/C & Ventilation
CHEAP & COZY HEAT: Watch a Classic Anthracite Coal ...
Published on June 30th, 2023
Back in the fall of 2020, we installed a classic anthracite heating stove in the house of my son Robert, and I thought...Continue Reading
Off-Grid Energy
Portable Power Stations Deliver Backup Electricity Witho...
Published on June 22nd, 2023
Until a few years ago, fuel-powered generators were the only way to create substantial amounts of electrical power for...Continue Reading
Welding & Metalworking
VEHICLE WORK: Trick For Drilling Holes Under a Vehicle
Updated on June 23rd, 2023
If you've ever had to drill into a vehicle frame or other heavy steel with a hand-held drill, you'll want to see this...Continue Reading
Molding & Trim
WINDOW & DOOR TRIM: A Faster, Easier & Better ...
Published on June 22nd, 2023
Faster, neater window trim and molding installation with joints that never open up These are the advantages of trim...Continue Reading
Plumbing
Q&A OF THE WEEK: “Should I install a backwate...
Updated on June 17th, 2023
Q: Is it a good idea to install a backwater valve to protect my basement from sewage backup I live in Ottawa,...Continue Reading
Cottages & Cabins
MOUSE-PROOF DOOR SWEEP: A Simple Idea That Makes Big Dif...
Updated on January 23rd, 2024
If you've had any experience at all living in rural areas, you know that mice are always on the lookout for comfortable...Continue Reading
The Practical Living Show
The PRACTICAL LIVING Show Ep.2
Updated on June 15th, 2023
In this 30+ minutes episode, see a tractor-mounted wood chipper in action, learn the truth about building wrap, get a...Continue Reading
Heating, A/C & Ventilation
CAST IRON RADIATORS: Why They Still Make Sense Today
Published on June 9th, 2023
Old-time cast iron radiators might not seem like they have a part to play in the world of modern, energy-efficient...Continue Reading
Gardening & Farming
HAND-MILLED FLOUR: Watch How It’s Made By Hand
Published on June 9th, 2023
Want a little adventure in your food life Consider milling your own flour It's an interesting way to get closer to the...Continue Reading
Molding & Trim
CROWN MOLDING: Put These Five Tips Into Practice & ...
Updated on June 10th, 2023
If you’d like to install crown molding at your place, this article and video can help you do it better and faster...Continue Reading
Home Exteriors
Q&A OF THE WEEK: “Is There a Simple Way to Fi...
Published on June 2nd, 2023
Q: How should I seal and protect a cedar planter I just built I’d like the wood to stay light and bright...Continue Reading
Forests, Lumber & Firewood
HOW-TO STACK FIREWOOD: Round Piles Offer Big Advantages
Published on June 2nd, 2023
After more than 25 years of stacking firewood in straight piles, I discovered that stacking in round piles is not only...Continue Reading