Homesteading
STONE HOME FINALE: Watch Video of Last Stone Being Laid
Updated on February 20th, 2020
In July 1987, I laid the first stone in what would be the basement of my homestead house on Manitoulin Island,...Continue Reading
Home Renovation
HOME STANDBY GENERATORS: Choosing & Using Automatic...
Updated on May 15th, 2019
BONUS: Don't miss the two tech videos below More and more people are deciding to get proactive about electrical...Continue Reading
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WOOD FINISHING: How to Stain and Seal Interior Woodwork ...
Updated on August 19th, 2020
UPDATED 7Mar2020: Wood is a beautiful home feature, but it's only as good as the finish that's applied to it And...Continue Reading
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Q&A: How Can I Dispose of Shavings From My Planer?
Updated on July 21st, 2018
Q: I recently bought a benchtop wood planer and have been happily generating bags and bags of sawdust in my...Continue Reading
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COOLER UPSTAIRS ROOMS: See a Great Way to Keep Upper Sto...
Updated on July 7th, 2018
The upper levels of homes and cottages are often difficult to keep cool in summer Hot air rises and stays in upper...Continue Reading
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Fine Woodworking Without Wood
Updated on December 19th, 2020
Wood is a wonderful material, but sunshine, rain and seasonal temperature swings can make it look weathered and...Continue Reading
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Q&A of the Week: What Replacement Skylight Do You R...
Updated on June 30th, 2018
Q: My current skylight is damaged and needs to be replaced Can you recommend a reliable brand and installer A: There...Continue Reading
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Learn How To Build Your Own Classic Kitchen Cabinets
Updated on May 14th, 2019
If you're interested in saving tons of money building great kitchen cabinets, built-ins or a bathroom vanity, all...Continue Reading
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HOMESTEAD CATTLE PASTURE: Take an Aerial Tour of Our For...
Published onJune 15th, 2018
UPDATED 15Jun2018: When settlers first came to Manitoulin Island, Canada, they had to be careful when they chose and...Continue Reading
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HOME STANDBY GENERATORS: How To Get Uninterrupted Electr...
Published onJune 1st, 2018
More and more people are deciding to get proactive about maintaining electrical power supply at their home, cottage and...Continue Reading