Cottages & Cabins
I’m building a cottage deck on bedrock. What are m...
Updated on November 22nd, 2015
In this video I answer a homeowner who, on April 17, 2012, asked about foundation options for building a deck at a...Continue Reading
Home Workshop & Tools
Where can I purchase the mandrel which was in your video...
Updated on November 22nd, 2015
On April 17, 2012, after watching my video on using a buffing wheel, a homeowner asked about where to get the mandrel...Continue Reading
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VIDEO Q&A: Energy Efficient home design
Updated on January 17th, 2016
I'm looking to build a new energy efficient home Do you have any recommendations on energy efficient features that I...Continue Reading
Home Workshop & Tools
Could you please tell me more about the metal clips you ...
Updated on November 22nd, 2015
An underside view of a wooden table I built showed metal clips, which sparked a homeowner’s interest On April 17,...Continue Reading
Home Renovation
How do I fasten crown moulding to my concrete ceiling an...
Updated on November 22nd, 2015
On May 25, 2012, a homeowner from Toronto wrote in to ask how he can fasten crown moulding to his concrete ceiling and...Continue Reading
Homesteading
How can my husband and I support ourselves financially a...
Updated on November 22nd, 2015
On May 25, 2012, a homestead homeowner inquired as to how she and her husband could support themselves financially...Continue Reading
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What kind of coating can I put on some oak stairs to sto...
Updated on November 22nd, 2015
What kind of coating can I put on some oak stairs to stop dogs and people from slipping I really don't want to use...Continue Reading
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Home Renovation
Will a light colored, floating wood floor work well with...
Updated on August 9th, 2015
On June 12, 2012, Shae from Sterling, Virginia wondered if a light colored, floating wood floor would work well with...Continue Reading
Home Building
What’s the best way to learn all about building a ...
Updated on January 20th, 2016
On June 12, 2012, Dave from Ontario asked for the best way to learn all about building a house When I first set about...Continue Reading