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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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Eye Safety Tips for DIY Enthusiasts: Protecting Your Vision
You’ve only got one pair of eyes, so keeping them out of harm’s way is worthwhile. It’s also something DIY…
Top 3 Innovative Products for Your DIY Automotive Projects
Whether you’re a passionate automotive enthusiast who likes to tinker in the garage every weekend, or you’re a seasoned mechanic…
4 Tips for Selecting the Best Materials for Your Home Construction
Building a home is no small feat; it offers the chance to create an environment that reflects your individuality and…
MILWAUKEE CORDLESS TOOL REVIEW: Watch My Video Review of Tools Worth Owning
Milwaukee is a power tool brand that’s been innovating like crazy for years. I’m constantly impressed by the new things…
LIGHT SABER SCREWDRIVER!?: See a “Brand New” 100 Year-Old Tool That Makes You Feel Like a Jedi
About a century ago, a German tool maker named Conrad Baumann invented a screw driving tool that was manufactured for…
Understanding the Basics of Equipment Selection & Upkeep for Your Home Projects
If you’re thinking of using equipent for your home renovation or landscaping projects, you’ll need to understand what these machines…
SANDING WOOD: See Four Kinds of Sanders and How They Work Best Together
Steve Maxwell, breaks down the top 3 types of sanders to consider for your next home reno project: random orbital,…
CORDLESS MITRE SAWS: The Near-Perfect Tool for DIY Work
The country where I live, Canada, has some of the most do-it-yourself people in the world. I’m told that we build…
HAND-HELD PROPANE TORCHES: See Why I Like This Model
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, raves about his favourite torch tool, the BernzOmatic Quickfire Hand Torch.
Why Is My Power Tool Not Working?
Frustrated with a power tool that won’t start? Before you give up on your project (and the tool), let’s uncover…
WOOD FINISHING: Learn to Apply Distressed Chalked Paint
Want to create an attractive, distressed finish on furniture and interior woodwork? Chalked paint is one of the most effective…
WIDE BOARDS: Can You Use Them Safely for Woodworking Projects?
Wide boards can be impressive to look at, but some of us (me included) were taught it’s best to saw…
Hand Saws Saw Way Better than DIY-ers Often Think
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, dispels myths about the laborious nature of hand saws, an often overlooked and underrated hand…
How to Mix Stain & Paint With a Drill
Some finishing liquids such as stains and paints need to be mixed throughly after storage and before use. Mixing by…
“Why Is Urethane Beading Up on the Wooden Table I’m Finishing?”
I regularly get questions from subscribers, and some variation of the one below is fairly common . . . Question:…
How (And Why) to Use a Tubing Notcher
Black iron pipe is a great material for making railings, roll cages, frames and more, the trick is getting the…
Equip Your Garage Like a Pro
If you’re like many people, your garage is much more than simply where you keep your car. Garages can be…
How to Create a Pickled Wood Finish
Colour and wood grain. This is what a pickled wood finish delivers. It’s a hot visual item these days and…
Top Three Thickness Planer Questions & Maintenance Video
Steve answers the top three queries he’s asked about these benchtop woodworking tools.
METALWORKING: See What Water Jet Cutting Can Do
Water jet cutting is a computer-controlled process that can create crisp, intricate cuts in metal of all kinds. A few…
STAIR TREAD TRICK: See Simple Jig on Video
Are you building or renovating wooden stairs? Or perhaps you need to precisely fit other pieces of wood tightly between…
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