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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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Top 5 Features to Look for in an Electric Walkie Pallet Jack
If you need to transport and mobilize heavy loads from one side of your facility to another, a pallet jack…
ROUTER-MILLED MOLDING: Make Your Own Interior Trim & Save $$$
A router table lets you make your own molding and trim to your specifications, and you’ll save a tons of…
How to Create Accurate Home Floor Plans with Modern Tools
Gone are the days of relying solely on hand-drawn sketches and rough measurements. Today, we have advanced tools like 360…
Dowel Joint Strength Stress Test
Watch me conduct a stress test on a dowel joint in soft wood. Dowel joints are strong, but let’s see…
When Do I Need a Contractor, and When Is DIY Okay?
Home improvement projects can either be rewarding or challenging activities, but one question does seem to pop up: do it…
Wheelchair Ramp Video Guide
This video provides an overview of technical issues. It’s what you need to understand to get a safe and effective…
ANCHORING TO MASONRY: Check Out These Options for Success
Concrete, brick, and stone play large roles in home building and renovations. Steve Maxwell gives a few key strategies on…
WORKSHOP SKILLS: “Why Do My Projects Take So Long To Complete?”
Workshop Skills Q&A Question: Why is it that no woodworkers I watch on YouTube tell viewers specific amounts of time…
7 Benefits of Using a Tool Cart
Every workshop, garage or job site, requires a certain order to run things as they ought to be run. For…
“TRACKING POINT” SAW BLADE: Better Tooth Design Means Better Cutting
If you’re gearing up for deck building, constructing a dock, picnic table, gazebo or verandah, you should know how much…
“How Can I Stop Sap From Bleeding Out Of My Tongue And Groove Siding?”
Sap oozing from softwood lumber beams is a perennial problem, especially with thick wood in sunny locations. Stain blocking primer…
OIL FINISHES FOR WOOD: A Beautiful & Repairable Option
Steve explains an under-appreciated option for finishing interior wood using a mixture of oil and varnish.
Never Cut Freehand on a Table Saw
A table saw is a great woodworking tool, but you need to use it right to avoid serious injury. The…
How to Mix Mortar for Traditional Stonework
Watch my oldest son, Robert, mix mortar for a traditional stoneworking project he took on. I know from decades of…
5 Indicators That Your New Car Might Be a ‘Lemon’
Lemon laws protect consumers from defective vehicles. They require manufacturers to repair or replace cars with significant problems, usually within…
Tips for Keeping Your Garage Door Working Perfectly
The garage door is the largest movable component that greatly affects your home’s convenience and security. A well-maintained garage door…
Enhancing Your Workspace: Essential Safety and Efficiency Tips for DIY Projects
A well-organized workspace is the foundation of successful DIY and home improvement projects. It not only boosts efficiency but also…
What to Look For in HVAC Maintenance Plans?
Investing in a reliable HVAC maintenance plan is crucial for ensuring the longevity and efficiency of your heating and cooling…
Foundation Forms for a Fabric Structure
This is the latest in my ongoing video series about putting up a 42×80 foot fabric structure for equipment storage…
Understanding Material Science in Modern DIY Projects
Material science might be the last thing on your mind when you kick start your latest DIY project. This is…
How to Sharpen a Spade Bit
Keep your spade bits sharp with this simple sharpening routine and you won’t have delay those building projects because of…
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