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WOODWORKING CHISELS: See French-Made All-Steel Framing C...
Updated on April 13th, 2019
There’s no shortage of chisels in the world, but almost all of them fall short on two counts: either the handles...Continue Reading
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Q&A OF THE WEEK: Insulating a 1950s Brick Bungalow
Updated on May 14th, 2019
Q: What’s the best way to insulate the double-brick walls of my small bungalow built in 1952 There’s just plaster...Continue Reading
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POWER NAILERS: A Close Look at Their Progress
Updated on May 22nd, 2019
It's hard to believe, but when Paslode invented the air nailer back in 1959, nothing much happened Most professionals...Continue Reading
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Pellet Stove Installation Tips
Updated on November 13th, 2019
Q: What's involved when installing a pellet stove as a heating appliance We're planning to build in the country next...Continue Reading
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BAILEY LINE LIFE EP. 18: Submersible Water Pump Installa...
Published onApril 6th, 2019
In this week’s video episode, see a weird water well pump failure issue troubleshooting procedure for...Continue Reading
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OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE: Heating Technology Offers Energy ...
Updated on April 6th, 2019
Updated 6Apr2019: Lately I've been getting a steady stream of questions about the outdoor wood furnace we use at our...Continue Reading
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Dust Collection System Workshop: How to Choose and Insta...
Updated on February 24th, 2020
UPDATED: 5Apr2019: The more I work with wood, the less I like sawdust Besides the health risks, it’s just plain...Continue Reading
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BAILEY LINE LIFE EP. 17: Grind Your Own Wheat By Hand
Published onMarch 30th, 2019
In this week’s video episode, see home-grown hard spring wheat, planted & harvested by hand a...Continue Reading
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50% ENERGY SAVINGS: How to Build With Structural Insulat...
Updated on April 1st, 2019
30 March 2019: Earlier this week I talked to a young pastor about a building project he has in mind His church is...Continue Reading
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Q&A OF THE WEEK: “Should I install a backwate...
Updated on May 14th, 2019
Q: Is it a good idea to install a backwater valve to protect my basement from sewage backup I live in Ottawa, Canada...Continue Reading