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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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BRASS-PINNED WOODWORKING JOINT: A Step-by-Step How-To Guide
A brass pinned woodworking joint (sometimes called a brass pin joint or wood joint pinning technique) is a decorative and…
PHILOSOPHY: Busting DIY Home Improvement Excuses
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, doesn’t accept excuses, and explains how simple it can be to work on DIY home…
WOODWORKING: “How Do I Get Quartersawn Lumber 2x6s?”
Question: “I bought plans to build a workbench and the instructions mentions making the top from quartersawn lumber to guard…
TOOLS: Three Up-and-Coming Cordless Options
Power tool technology is the same as every other kind of advancement in the world. New stuff is expensive and…
AUTOMOTIVE: Buff Out Scratches With a Woodworking Sander
Sometimes a simple and effective solution to an annoying problem is right under your nose, but you can’t see it…
DECKS, DOCKS & OUTDOOR PROJECTS: Take a Tour of 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…
METALWORKING: How to Forge Steel in Your Garage
Forging metal is different than welding, and is not a mainstream hobby. That said, there are still thousands of people with…
WOODWORKING: Turn A Belt Sander Into a Simple, Effective Edge Sander
Sometimes a little creative thinking is all you need to make good things happen in the workshop, all without spending…
AUTOMOTIVE: Why It Makes Sense to Do Your Own Seasonal Tire Changes
Want to feel better about yourself and life? Try changing your own tires. I’ve found that this common seasonal chore…
WOODWORKING: Edge Gluing Perfect Solid Wood Panels Gap-Free
Gluing boards edge-to-edge to make wider pieces is an essential woodworking skill. Learn these three tips for getting this job…
mETALWORKING: See Exactly Why Auto-Darkening Helmets Work
Watch and learn why auto-darkening welding helmets have caught on, with both amateur and professional welders. They let you see…
WOODWORKING: Learn the Secrets of Tight Mitre Joints
If you’re a woodworker and you have trouble cutting precise mitre joints, then the 15 minute video tutorial above is…
WOODWORKING: How to Use a Jointer to Make Your Wood Projects Better
Jointers are woodworking machines designed to make pieces of wood straighter, truer and more refined. Some versions of jointers are…
WOODWORKING: Insights for Building Great Tables
Building a table is one of the most deceptively simple woodworking projects going. What could be easier than gluing up…
WOODWORKING: Marking & Sawing for New Woodworkers
The video above comes from my online course Woodworking for Beginners. Click below to learn more and sign up.
TOOLS: Why A Reciprocating Saw Deserves a Place In Your World
Reciprocating saws (often called “recip” saws for short) may be the least appreciated mainstream power tool in the world. Invented…
TOOLS: Why I Like Multi-Tools For More Than Sanding
Steve Maxwell demonstrates the various features of multi-tools in this video.
METALWORKING: Tools & Techniques for the Home Workshop
Steve talks about how he has made room in his workshop for metalworking and how you can too with these…
TOOLS: How to Replace Wooden Axe & Hammer Handles
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, discusses how to properly replace the handle on a hand tool.
WOODWORKING: How to Design & Install A Dust Collection System
The more I work with wood, the less I like sawdust. Besides the health risks, it’s just plain bothersome, especially…
DIY: Stay Safe While Stripping Lead Paint
Question: I’m stripping lead paint from a bunch of wood trim and doors, and I need some advice. I’ve tried…
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