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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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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…
FAVOURITE TOOLS: Three Pieces of Essential Gear You’ll Love
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, shares his three essential woodworking hand tools.
WORKSHOP: How to Revive Old Hardware & Tools
Question: What’s the best way to clean rust and dirt off of an old door lock? It’s seized and the…
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…
“What’s the Best Way to Hide Screw Heads in Woodworking Projects?”
Video Watch Time = 4 1/2 minutes There are several ways to cover screw heads so they look nice in…
CAP STAPLERS: The Best Way to Secure Building Wrap and More
Need to secure building wrap or other fabric-type materials? You can’t do better than a cap stapler. Shooting a staple…
SIX MUST-HAVE HAND TOOLS: Invest in These Pliers & Wrenches & You’ll Be More Capable
Canada’s Handiest Man, Steve Maxwell, lists the top 6 tools he swears do-it-yourself homeowners will never regret owning for home…
How to Make DIY Unique Furniture for Your House
Why buy new furniture that everybody else has when you can make your own highly individual pieces? Furthermore, making your…
WOOD FINISHING: Famous Sailing Ship Proving Ground for Age Old Wood Finish
Steve Maxwell, Canada’s Handiest Man, discovers the wood finish that keeps Canada’s Bluenose II sailboat shining: Helmsman from Minwax.
WORKSHOP VIDEO: Understanding Drill Bits & Driver Bits
Get the most out of your drill with the right kind of things to put into it. This video comes…
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