Workshop
Woodworking, metalworking and repairs all happen in workshops, and this is where you’ll find lots of inspiration and information
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WOODWORKING: How to Use A Jointer Properly
Want to build things properly out of wood? Have a dream to make your own furniture, cabinets and shelves? You…
WOODWORKING: How to Apply Solid Wood Edging to Plywood & Particleboard
Working with veneered plywood or particleboard? Hiding the ugly edges of the laminations is part of the challenge you’ll face…
BISCUIT JOINER TRICK: You’ve Probably Never Seen This Useful Application Before
In the world of woodworking, biscuits are pre-made ovals of compressed hardwood that are used to create simple, strong joints…
INTERIORS: A Better Way to Install Door & Window Trim
There’s a better way to install trim. Instead of cutting, fitting and nailing each piece separately, check out this faster…
FLAT TIRE FIX: Don’t Forget Grandpa’s Advice About Valve Leaks
A few years ago I got busy fixing a flat tire on my lawn tractor on a Saturday, and the…
GET HAPPY: Why Creativity is Good for You
When my wife and I moved one of our sons into university for the first time I couldn’t help but…
COOL TOOLS: See Super-Strong Cordless Pipe Threader in Action
In this week’s video episode, learn how threads are cut on steel pipes with a machine; see a Milwaukee cordless…
WOODWORKING: Simple Way to Replace Jointer Blades So They Cut Amazingly Well
Every good woodworker needs to be something of a mechanic. That’s because all woodworking machines need tender loving care from…
WOODWORKING: Resawing Big Lumber Thinner on the Bandsaw
A few months ago I upgraded my bandsaw, and the quick video below that we made this past Wednesday shows…
MAGNETIC DRILL: Watch This Great Tool Unboxed & In use
Click below to see an amazing magnetic drill press unboxing and use video tour. If you ever have to drill thick…
WOODWORKING: Make Solid Wood Panels With a Hand Plane
Woodworking machines are great, but there’s more of a place for hand tools than many home woodworkers realize. Click above to…
WORKSHOP: Critter High-Pressure Spray Finishing Gun Review
You’re probably not a professional wood finisher, but if you’re interested in finishing wood well, you need to know about…
OUTDOOR WOOD FINISH: Watch a New Version of an Old Favourite in Action
Click below to watch me apply a new, coloured version of a favourite outdoor wood finish of mine. It’s called Ecowood…
TOOL REVIEW: Megapro Ratcheting Screwdriver
Click above to watch a tour of what might just be the world’s best ratcheting screwdriver. It’s not often you…
COOL GEAR: CanadiaN Homeowner Scaffolding System
A number of years ago I was asked to testify in a lawsuit involving a father who fell off a…
INTERIORS: “How Can I Stop Knot Stains Bleeding Through Painted Woodwork?”
Got some painted solid wood trim at your house? You’ve probably got ugly knots showing through, too. Solve the problem…
DIY: How to Catch Plumbing Problems Before They Wreck Your Shed or Workshop
Your shed or workshop is more than just a storage space. Whether you’re wrenching on tools, building projects, or using…
SOUNDPROOFING HOMES: Technical Details & Two Teaching Videos
Got unwanted noise spilling over from one room to the next in your home? Peace, quiet and solitude is something we…
WOOD FINISHING: Benefits of an HVLP Sprayer For The Home Shop
In this video, Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, explains the benefits of using an HVLP sprayer for large finishing jobs.
TOOLS: Real-World Tips for Choosing the Right Cordless Drill
Interested in taking care of your own home as much as possible? A cordless drill can help more than any…
PHILOSOPHY: The Real Reason Craftsmanship Matters
Craftsmanship is the extent to which a person aims towards excellence, especially in any venture involving hands-on workmanship. It’s a…
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