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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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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…
Which Circular Saw Blade Should You Use?
Watch and learn all about the different types of circular saw blades, and when to use them for different tasks.
RANDOM ORBIT SANDERS: Watch & Learning the Basics of This Great Tool
Electric random orbit sanders got popular about 25 years ago, and they’re still a great option for some kinds of…
WOOD FILLER WISDOM: Essential Pre-Stain Prep Work for Great Wood Finishing Results
My friend and subscriber, Terry B., asked this question about the fireplace mantel he was building. That’s it above when…
STRIPPING PAINT: Safe and Effective Methods
Got old paint to remove? It’s probably got lead. Read Steve’s three-step paint stripping process that will get the…
Cheap Tools Are Expensive Tools
High-end tools are usually the cheapest option financially. I know this sounds strange, and perhaps that’s why so few people…
METALWORKING: Welding Homemade Steel Staircase
A while back my son, Robert, and I built a set of compact stairs for his tiny house here on…
WOODWORKING: Video Tutorial Shows the Right Way To Sand Cabinets
Face frames are parts on traditional cabinets that surround door and drawer openings, and sanding them so the joints are…
How to Spot Red Flags When Choosing a Contractor or Builder
Choosing the right contractor or builder is a critical step in turning your dream home into a reality. Whether you’re…
DETAILS, FINESSE & TROUBLE: How Cutting Corners & Carelessness Can Lead to Unnecessary Calamity
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, explains how a contractor cutting costs and corners can snowball into disasters with one basement…
Traditional, Solid Wood Frame-and-Panel Doors and Cabinets
This video shows how traditional, solid wood frame and panel doors work. This video is part of my online course,…
VIDEO HOW-TO: Interior Wood Finishing
Have you ever tried to finish interior wood and ended up unhappy with the result? Change all that by watching…
FLUSH TRIM ROUTER BITS: A Powerful Option for Precision Woodworking
Watch my video from a few years ago on the amazing results you can get with a flush trimming router…
8 Basic DIY Tools, Shopping List & Buying Links
Looking to become competent with basic DIY work around your house? Here are some suggested options with buying links for…
Wood Finishing: Varathane Pro Finisher Oil Based Clear Review
If you’ve been finishing wood with urethane for any length of time, you know that it has become significantly more…
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