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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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Portable Power Stations Deliver Backup Electricity Without Fuel & Fumes
Until a few years ago, fuel-powered generators were the only way to create substantial amounts of electrical power for household…
METALWORKING: See The Simplest, Easiest Welding Process in Action
Have you ever wanted to weld? It’s a powerful home workshop skill and MIG welding is the simplest of all…
WOOD PLANER TUNE-UP: How to Keep That Smooth Wood Coming
To be a successful woodworker, you also need to be something of a mechanic. I’m reminded of this every time…
Watch a Cool Handsaw Cutting Trick
Watch how fast this Irwin handsaw can cut through construction lumber and learn one cool trick for making square cuts…
Top 10 Professional Tool Suppliers in Canada: Where Tradespeople Actually Buy Their Equipment
Finding the right place to buy professional tools in Canada isn’t as straightforward as it sounds. Walk into a big-box…
Water Based Stains: How to Get Better Wood Finishing Results
Steve Maxwell, “Canada’s Handiest Man”, shows how DIY homeowners can get the most from water based wood finishing products.
Why Serious Amateurs Should Consider Pro-Grade Power Tools
Buying power tools is one of those decisions where the cheapest choice can become expensive later. If you’re serious about…
Best Hand Planes: Affordable Quality for Better Woodworking
Good hand planes are still some of the most useful woodworking tools you can own, even in a shop full…
Table Saw Safety: How to Choose and Use This Essential Tool
A table saw is one of the most useful woodworking machines you can own. It cuts accurately, handles repeat work…
23 Gauge Pin Nailer: Why This Small Tool Is So Useful
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, talks about pin nailers, specialized woodworking power tools that are perfect for creating nearly invisible…
How to Build Fine Furniture from Construction Lumber
Can you really build fine furniture from construction lumber? Yes, you can. The secret is knowing which boards to buy,…
Saw Blades and Router Bits: 5 Tips for Better Performance and Safer Cuts
Good woodworking often comes down to small details that are easy to overlook. Saw blades and router bits are a…
Miter Saw Basics: How This Great Tool Works and Why Homeowners Need One
A miter saw is one of the most useful power tools a homeowner can own. Also called a chop saw,…
How to Improve Woodworking Skills Without Getting Discouraged
A subscriber asked me: “Why is it that no woodworkers I watch on YouTube tell viewers specific amounts of time…
How to Build a Table Top: Glue-Up, Sanding and Finishing Tips
Building a table seems simple until the top starts causing trouble. Board alignment, glue-up strategy, sanding technique and finish choice…
Can a MIG Welder Work on a Regular 110-Volt Outlet?
Key Takeaways Can a MIG welder work from a regular 110 volt outlet? If your shop only has standard household…
Workshop Date Nights: How We Refinished an Old Pine Cabinet
Have you ever been on a workshop date? Let Steve tell you about the workshop dates that he and his…
3 Best Router Bits for Woodworking Projects
In this video, Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, talks about three very useful families of router bit profiles for woodworking.
Air Drying Lumber: 4 Essential Tips for Woodworking Success
Learning to dry wood is one of the most important woodworking skills. Success depends on understanding what’s going on when…
How to Use a Detail Sander for Wood Finishing In Tight Corners (and Cutting!)
Summer is the season you’re most likely to refinish outdoor trim, door frames, window sashes and finickity woodwork of all…
How to Remove Mold Stains (Oxygen Cleaner Method That Works)
Mold stains can be stubborn—especially on wood and outdoor surfaces where they soak in and darken over time. Oxygen-based cleaners…
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