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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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REFINISHING WOODWORK: Tips for Getting Great Results
There’s a little-known fact about the beauty of stripped and refinished woodwork, and I discovered it the hard way starting…
SANDING BETWEEN COATS: The Most Important Wood Finishing Step
Video Watch Time = 11 minutes Table of Contents Sanding lightly between coats is the single most important step you…
BACKYARD CHICKEN HOUSE: Download Free Building Plans
Want plans for building the portable chicken house you see below? You’ll find a download link further along in the…
GAP-FREE WOODWORKING JOINTS: Simple Trick Makes It Easy
Sometimes a little woodworking trick can deliver a lot of value. That’s the case with an operation called “kerfing”. Click…
Built-In Storage Cabinets Can Improve Household Organization
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, helps homeowners understand the technical possibilities behind DIY built-in storage cabinet options.
BRUSHLESS MOTORS: Understanding the Current Evolution in Cordless Power Tools
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, explains the benefits of brushless technology in cordless power tools.
CORDLESS TOOL INNOVATION: Three Up-and-Coming Options
Power tool technology is the same as every other kind of advancement in the world. New stuff is expensive and…
FASTENERS FOR DECKS: Watch a Video Tour of the Nuts & Bolts That Are Up To The Job
If you’re building a deck you should aim to make it last at least several decades. In fact, there’s no…
Building a Deck Foundation on Bedrock
A while back I got an email from a cottage owner asking about options for building a deck on bedrock…
Ryobi Delivers 25+ Years of Cordless Tool Battery Compatibility
Behind the design of every power tool there’s a group of people with a unique dynamic, and it’s this unique…
“How Can I Get Rid of the Insects Eating the Wood In My Shop?”
Question: How can I get rid of the insects that are boring holes in furniture wood I have stored in…
ONE TOUGH BLADE: Is This The World’s Toughest Circ Saw Blade?
The world of circular saw blades is like a game of poker. The longer the hand goes on, the higher…
WATERBASED URETHANE: Apply It So It Actually Looks Great
Waterbased urethane is the most common type of film-forming wood finish these days, but waterbased is not easy to apply…
CHOOSING A TABLE SAW: Real-World Tips for Beginners
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, examines three types of tablesaws and a new innovation thatll bring the power tool to…
Table Top Finishing Fix
Question: How can I fix the streaks on a table top I’m refinishing? I’ve used your buffing technique as I…
Patience, Details & Surrendering Your Need For Accomplishment
In this audio message, I share thoughts on ways of thinking that can help you become a better hands-on how-to…
WOODWORKING SAFETY: Watch This Vital Air Nailer Tip
You definitely don’t want to shoot yourself in the finger with an air nailer, and that’s why you need to…
Understanding & Preventing Wood Warping
The kind of warp you see here is the sort of thing you want to get rid of while a…
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