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Woodworking, metalworking and repairs all happen in workshops, and this is where you’ll find lots of inspiration and information
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“What’s the Best Way to Hide Screw Heads in Woodworking Projects?”
Video Watch Time = 4 1/2 minutes There are several ways to cover screw heads so they look nice in…
CAP STAPLERS: The Best Way to Secure Building Wrap and More
Need to secure building wrap or other fabric-type materials? You can’t do better than a cap stapler. Shooting a staple…
BUILD A BOOMERANG: Download Free Plans & Instructions
Homemade boomerangs are the kind of toy that adds a lot of extra fun to an afternoon, both in the…
SIX MUST-HAVE HAND TOOLS: Invest in These Pliers & Wrenches & You’ll Be More Capable
Canada’s Handiest Man, Steve Maxwell, lists the top 6 tools he swears do-it-yourself homeowners will never regret owning for home…
How to Make DIY Unique Furniture for Your House
Why buy new furniture that everybody else has when you can make your own highly individual pieces? Furthermore, making your…
WOOD FINISHING: Famous Sailing Ship Proving Ground for Age Old Wood Finish
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, discovers the wood finish that keeps Canada’s Bluenose II sailboat shining: Helmsman from Minwax.
WORKSHOP VIDEO: Understanding Drill Bits & Driver Bits
Get the most out of your drill with the right kind of things to put into it. This video comes…
WOODWORKING: Bandsaw Your Own Real Boards From Small Logs
It’s easy to look past the obvious fact that lumber comes from logs, but once you start thinking this way,…
METALWORKING: Build a Tractor Toolbox From An Ammunition Box
I recently bought a new-to-me tractor and it did have any handy place to put a toolbox. But a little…
WOODWORKING: See How Much Pressure a Dowel Joint Can Take
Just how strong is a dowel joint? Watch and see this measured stress test applied to a standard dowel joint…
WOODWORKING: All About Plywood & Sheet Goods
Join me for a 13 minutes tutorial on plywood and other sheet goods for workshop and home renovation projects. This…
BACKWOODS CRAFTSMANSHIP: See How Amish Carpenters Use Cordless Tools
Cordless tools have been at the leading edge of the building scene for decades, but not everyone who embraces cordless…
CHISELS & PLANES: Why These Hand Tools Still Make Sense
Canada’s Handiest Man, Steve Maxwell, gives the scoop on some of his favourite hand tools. Simple, yet essential items for…
BETTER TARPING: See a Better Way to Tie Down Than Just grommets
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, explains a handy product called Grabbits that make tying down tarps much simpler and easier.
WORKSHOP & DIY: Five Fabulous Fasteners You Should Know About
There are dozens of different kinds of fasteners in the world and you can safely forget about most of them…
How to Incorporate Construction Waste Can Be Turned into Fun Creative Projects
Once you finish with a project (DIY or otherwise), or you’re finally finished with renovations, you’re probably left with a…
METALWORKING: How to Adjust a MIG Welder for Best Results
One reason welding has become so much easier for beginners is because of a certain type of machine called a…
WOODWORKING TOOLS: How to Revive “Hopelessly” Dull Chisels
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, offers up four easy steps to bring your old chisel back to life.
COOL TOOLS: See This Great Track Saw Tackle a Tough Job
See one of the most under-appreciate power tools around tackle a tough job with ease. Click below to watch.
WOODWORKING: Using a Router To Join Boards Too Big For a Jointer
Check out the best way I know of for making tight joints between large, thick pieces of wood (as for…
SCREWDRIVERS: See A Made-in-North Ameria Megapro Precision in Action
If you’d like to repair or upgrade small items such as electronics, you need more than just an ordinary screwdriver…
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