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HOW TO BUILD STAIRS: Watch Video Lesson on Cutting Stringers
Published onDecember 28th, 2019
In this week’s two-video episode, see how stairs are supported on notched pieces called "stringers" to...Continue Reading
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TIMBER FRAME HOME: Canadian Craftsman Keeps Tradition Al...
Published onDecember 27th, 2019
Every so often I discover someone whose passion for craftsmanship is strong enough to endure a lifetime spent...Continue Reading
How To & Home Improvement
ELECTRIC IN-FLOOR HEATING: Toastier Toes Make Rooms More...
Updated on December 21st, 2019
UPDATED 20Dec2019 + video: The phrase "cold feet" is more than just something someone says when they've lost enthusiasm...Continue Reading
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ENERGY EFFICIENCY: Top Seven Home Insulation Myths Busted
Updated on December 14th, 2019
UPDATED 13Dec2019: Back in the winter of 2012, I got an email from a contractor looking for advice on an unusual...Continue Reading
Video
Fancy Cedar Shingles for Exterior Walls
Updated on April 20th, 2020
https://wwwyoutubecom/watchv=pxWCFoCHsTA In this video (8 minutes) visit with Steve as he Shows how to make...Continue Reading
Article
SMART THERMOSTATS, BETTER HEATING: How Today’s Best Hy...
Updated on September 21st, 2019
PUBLISHED 17Sep2019 (Video below): There’s more to optimal control of heating systems than just a thermostat that...Continue Reading
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HOUSE INSULATION: The Truth About Insulation R Values
Updated on August 24th, 2019
UPDATED 23Aug2019: Why do insulation products with similar insulation R values performs so differently in the real...Continue Reading
Cottages & Cabins
Cottage Plans: Don’t Build Or Renovate Until You&#...
Updated on July 27th, 2019
UPDATED 26Jul2019: Thousands of people who own beautiful lakeside cottages will tell you that owning the place is a ton...Continue Reading
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OFF-GRID ENERGY: Tour a Real-World Solar Panel System Wi...
Published onJuly 6th, 2019
UPDATED 5Jul2019 Got an interest in building your own off-grid solar panel and wind energy system I've got a true...Continue Reading
Article
Bailey Line Life Ep. 24: How to Install Cedar Shingle Siding
Updated on June 29th, 2019
In this week’s video episode, watch how white cedar shingles make a great wall siding the best ways to cut...Continue Reading