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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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HOW TO BUILD A DOOR – Warm, Exterior & Beautiful (with plans)
Want to build your own exterior door? Everything you need to get started is right here. Click to learn.
PINE CHEST RESTORATION 1 of 4: A Case Study With Antique Hardware and Milk Paint
Watch a real life restoration in action with the first of a four-part video series below. Visit my woodworking shop as…
Should You Choose CNC Milling or 3D Printing for Your Home Business?
Do you have a home-based, small-scale manufacturing business in mind? Computer numeric controlled (CNC) milling is one option, and so…
12 DIY Projects That Can Substantially Enhance Home Values
Improving your home’s value doesn’t always require a massive renovations. Sometimes simple or semi-simple DIY projects can significantly boost your…
DOWEL JOINERY: Why It’s Easy to Love This Great Woodworking Technique
Dowel joints are one of the easiest, strongest and more versatile way to connect wood parts. Read Steve’s quick-start guide…
MIG Welder Fixes Bread Maker in Home Workshop
Steve explains how a few minutes in the workshop makes things good happen.
TOOL VIDEO: Tracksaw Delivers Clean-Cut Advantage
Watch and see the advantages offered by a tracksaw. Not many people know about these yet, but they should.
YOUR OWN HANDYMAN BUSINESS: More Opportunity Than Ever
Have you ever thought of putting your practical skills to use professionally as a handyman? This article could be the…
An Organized Workshop is an Efficient Workshop – Budget-Friendly Ways to Improve Storage
Does your workshop feel cluttered and congested? Let’s face it, everyone with an active workshop struggles with the challenge of…
The PRACTICAL LIVING Show Episode 4
Join me on a video tour of a vegetable garden plot that time forgot, see my favourite pole saw in…
WOOD FLOOR REVIVAL: How to Restore a Failing Finish Without Big Sanding
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, walks homeowners through a do-it-yourself wooden floor protection staining process.
The PRACTICAL LIVING Show Ep.2
In this 30+ minutes episode, see a tractor-mounted wood chipper in action, learn the truth about building wrap, get a…
Partner With Me Selling Online Courses
Online courses are now a permanent and growing part of the online world, and I’m looking for a few good…
HIDING WOODSCREWS: Tips for Concealing Screws Heads (Or Maybe Not Concealing Them At All)
While it’s true that woodscrews are a strong, practical and economical way to join pieces of wood for furniture, they…
Tips for Improving Construction Safety
Construction safety is an important topic that should never be taken lightly. But unfortunately, accidents can happen quickly and easily…
Bathroom Cabinet Refinishing Tips For Beginners
Aside from the kitchen, bathrooms take a lot of hard use. Given how many people use household bathrooms regularly, and…
BUILD YOUR OWN TRADITIONAL FACE FRAME CABINETS: VIDEO #2 – DESIGNING YOUR CABINETS
Designing cabinets and floor plan layout is one of the most important parts of remodelling your kitchen, and the video…
PORTABLE WELDERS: A Convenient, Inexpensive 120 Volt Option for Beginners
Earlier this week I got an email from a subscriber named Michael, wondering about getting started with MIG welding at…
Best Gift Ideas for a DIY Power Couple
We all know that friend who loves to take on home improvement projects on a large scale and see them…
A General Guide To Woodworking Machines
Woodworking is all about making wooden items with different finishes, designs, and textures. The craft has been around for ages…
Easy Fixes for Anchor Bolt Alignment Issues
When working on a structure that involves attaching metal or other parts to concrete, one of the biggest headaches you…
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