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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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Asphalt Roofing Bits and Pieces
Steve Maxwell offers DIY-ers the perfect recipe for an efficiently-installed, long-lasting and reliably-dry asphalt roofing job.
Pressure Washer Tools
In the market for a pressure washer? They’re a real blast, literally. Steve Maxwell’s done his homework, spending a couple…
Home Maintenence Starts with Outdoor Wood Prep
Steve Maxwell teaches how to achieve excellent, long-lasting results when protecting outdoor wood during home maintenance.
Central Vacuums Were Always Good, Now Better
Steve Maxwell grew up favouring traditional upright vacuums. Check out why he now appreciates the merits of a good central…
Better Safe than Gory
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, has advice for homeowners who like to DIY as well as workers on how important…
Cordless Power Tool Trends
No other category of power tools has improved as much as cordless over the last 10 years, according to Steve…
A Rotary Saw Power Tool can Cut you out of Tight Renovation Challenges
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, shares his tips for using a Rotary Saw effectively and safely on home renovation projects…
Versatile Power Tool Makes Home Maintenance Easier
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, sheds some light on a unique power tool sander he feels homeowners should know about:…
2 Steps to Proper Chainsaw Tool Sharpening
Canada’s Handiest Man, Steve Maxwell, explains how to sharpen a chainsaw in order to get proper results from the handy…
Powder-Actuated Tools that Boost Building Productivity and Quality
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, tells DIY-ers which power tools will help them build rapidly and safely.
Take Your Dull Drills to the Tool Sharpening Drill Doctor
Sharpen your tool sharpening skills with the Drill Doctor, a cool tool Steve Maxwell recommends to handy homeowners.
Durable Wood Siding
Steve Maxwell, “Canada’s Handiest Man”, helps homeowners understand the subtleties of wood siding.
Garden Tools which Prune Tree Limbs Safely
In order to prune your trees and keep them looking neat, you’ll need the garden proper tools. Steve Maxwell looks…
Gardening with Better Pruning Tools
Landscaping advice from Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, on handy garden pruning tools.
EASY-BUILD TABLE VIDEO#9: How to Build Shelf Wings
Click below to watch a video lesson on a unique approach for creating notched corners in this table project. Simple,…
EASY-BUILD TABLE VIDEO#8: Great Metal Hardware for Tables
Click below to watch a video tour of some honest, time-saving metal hardware for use building all kinds of tables…
EASY-BUILD TABLE VIDEO#7: How to Cut the Ends of a Table Top Perfectly
Click below to watch a video lesson of how to create a perfectly smooth, perfectly square end on any piece…
EASY-BUILD TABLE VIDEO#6: How to Arrange Growth Rings When Edge Gluing
Click below to watch a video lesson on how to orient growth rings in neighbouring boards you’ll be gluing together…
EASY-BUILD TABLE VIDEO#5: How to Make Your Thickness Planer Work Right
Click below to watch a video lesson on how to get your thickness planer working the way it should. The…
EASY-BUILD TABLE VIDEO#4: How to Change & Adjust Jointer Knives
Click below to watch a video lesson on a very effective way to adjust jointer knives perfectly after installation. No…
EASY-BUILD TABLE VIDEO#3: Crosscutting to Improve Lumber Quality
Click below to watch a video lesson on how you can dramatically improve the quality of lumber that makes it…
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