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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What’s the best way to repair damaged areas of veneer on an old piano I’m restoring?
What’s the best way to repair damaged areas of veneer on an old piano I’m restoring? I don’t want to…
Q&A: Choosing the Best Circular Saw
Q: What’s the best circular saw for building furniture? I’m a newbie woodworker, my budget is tight but I’m already…
Where can I find a really large chamfer bit for a router?
Where can I find a really large chamfer bit for a router? You’ve written about 2 1/2” diameter bits used…
How Today’s Best Cordless Tools Work Better
Canada’s Handiest Man, Steve Maxwell, believes each new generation of cordless power tools brings us one step closer to perfection…
DIY Upholstery Easier With the Right Tool
A rave review from Steve Maxwell on a tool which makes it possible to easily renew your home’s upholstery with…
3M Blue Painters Tape – Masking Tape That Works
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, explains why he believes 3M’s ScotchBlue Painter’s Tape outshines all of the traditional masking tapes.
3 Reasons Why 3M’s Painter’s Tape is Better than Masking Tape
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, shows how 3M’s Painter’s Tape solves the 3 main problems with masking tape when used…
IMPACT DRIVERS: Small Tool With a Big Difference
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, talks tools touching on impact drivers and third generation lithium-ion batteries.
Make Good Things Happen This DIY Season
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, dispels myths for Canadians to be less do-it-yourself when it comes to home projects.
Carbide Saw Blade Tool Sneak Peek
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, traveled to Italy and saw firsthand how Irwins Marples carbide saw blades are made.
Cordless Tool Battery Test Yields Surprising Results
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, takes Milwaukee’s RedLithium battery to the test to see if it lives up to all…
Lincoln 180 MIG Pak Welder for Metalworkers
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, lets DIY homeowners and metalworking enthusiasts know about wire-feed welders that are finally affordable.
Pry Bars are All-Star Hand Tools
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, goes into detail on some Stanley specialty pry bars that can be very useful during…
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Finishing Outdoor Wood
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, is a woodworking pro, so he shares his expert knowledge on finishing outdoor wood with…
Replace Your Own Wooden Tool Handles
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, gives instructions on how to replace a wooden handle on a tool like a hammer…
Wrapped Profiles are a Convincing Wood Substitute
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, poses the possible alternative to real wood with wood profiles, which possess many benefits.
Taking Down Walls
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, details how to remove walls and salvage the wood to save for future use.
Cordless Tool Battery Surprises
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, tests cordless tool battery performance and even after 20 years of tool testing, the results…
Cut Perfect Mitre Joints in One Trip to the Chopsaw
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, says that mitres matter, so he explains how to cut perfect 45 degree trim mitres…
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