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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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BUYING TOOLS? Why Serious Amateurs Should Consider Pro-Grade Gear
Do you have aspirations to develop your ability to build and fix things? If you do, then I want to…
WOOD FINISHING: Get the Most From Water Based Stains
Steve Maxwell, “Canada’s Handiest Man”, shows how DIY homeowners can get the most from water based wood finishing products.
OREGON CHAINSAW SHARPENER: A Fast & Effective Option
Over the decades I’ve seen various chainsaw sharpening systems in action, but the one I want to tell you here…
Choosing and Safely Using a Table Saw
If I had to choose one woodworking machine for hobby use or DIY renovations, a table saw would be it…
23 GAUGE PIN NAILERS: Best Kept Woodworking Secret
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, talks about pin nailers, specialized woodworking power tools that are perfect for creating nearly invisible…
AFFORDABLE HIGH-QUALITY HAND PLANES: Watch Them in This Video
New woodworking hand planes hardly appear on the market, but it happened a few years ago. Busy Bee Tools, a…
ANCHORING TO MASONRY: Check Out These Options for Success
Concrete, brick, and stone play large roles in home building and renovations. Steve Maxwell gives a few key strategies on…
CHEAP & AMAZING LUMBER: Tips & Plans for Building Fine Furniture from Construction-Grade Wood
Construction-grade lumber, the kind meant for framing houses, is the least expensive source of wood, and some of it also…
WORKSHOP SKILLS: “Why Do My Projects Take So Long To Complete?”
Workshop Skills Q&A Question: Why is it that no woodworkers I watch on YouTube tell viewers specific amounts of time…
HOW TO BUILD A TABLE: Tricks for Getting It Really, Really Right
Building a table is one of the most deceptively simple woodworking projects going. What could be easier than gluing up…
7 Benefits of Using a Tool Cart
Every workshop, garage or job site, requires a certain order to run things as they ought to be run. For…
“TRACKING POINT” SAW BLADE: Better Tooth Design Means Better Cutting
If you’re gearing up for deck building, constructing a dock, picnic table, gazebo or verandah, you should know how much…
“How Can I Stop Sap From Bleeding Out Of My Tongue And Groove Siding?”
Sap oozing from softwood lumber beams is a perennial problem, especially with thick wood in sunny locations. Stain blocking primer…
OIL FINISHES FOR WOOD: A Beautiful & Repairable Option
Steve explains an under-appreciated option for finishing interior wood using a mixture of oil and varnish.
Never Cut Freehand on a Table Saw
A table saw is a great woodworking tool, but you need to use it right to avoid serious injury. The…
MITER SAW VIDEO TOUR: Learn the Basics of This Great Tool
If I had to recommend one power saw for use around the home, cottage or country property, a miter saw…
SAW BLADES & ROUTER BITS: Five Tips For Better Performance
A big part of woodworking success always comes down to small but important details. Some of these have to do…
How to Mix Mortar for Traditional Stonework
Watch my oldest son, Robert, mix mortar for a traditional stoneworking project he took on. I know from decades of…
5 Indicators That Your New Car Might Be a ‘Lemon’
Lemon laws protect consumers from defective vehicles. They require manufacturers to repair or replace cars with significant problems, usually within…
THREE FAVOURITE ROUTER BITS: Check Out This Video And See Why I Like These
In this video, Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, talks about three very useful families of router bit profiles for woodworking.
Can Regular 110 Volt Outlet Work for MIG Welders?
“Can a MIG welder work from a regular 110 volt outlet? My shop space only has this kind of power…
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