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Adjustable Pliers, an Under Appreciated Hand Tool for Ho...
Updated on October 29th, 2014
In theory, I suppose it’s possible to be a homeowner without tools, but why would you want to So many of today’s...Continue Reading
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Custom Home Lakeside Development Done Right
Updated on October 29th, 2014
Have you ever seen a residential development in a beautiful place that really does preserve the qualities that attract...Continue Reading
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HOW TO BUILD A DOOR – Warm, Exterior & Beautiful ...
Updated on December 21st, 2019
UPDATED 20Dec2019 + Plans: Do you want to build a door This article is a great place to start I've been a...Continue Reading
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How Steve Found a Silver Lining in a Leaky Window Cloud
Updated on October 29th, 2014
We'd had a few hours of light rain during the morning of July 17th 2005, and I went out to my newly closed-in workshop...Continue Reading
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COLD WEATHER CONSTRUCTION: Five Tips for Building Well
Updated on December 5th, 2020
I live in Canada, and of course everyone knows Canada is a country that's cold enough to kill you for a good part of...Continue Reading
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HAND PLANES: Real Reasons to Like Them
Updated on November 14th, 2020
In a world where power tools rule, hand planes still offer the chance to boost the quality of woodworking in ways you...Continue Reading
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HURRICANE PROOF HOMES: How to Build Safer & Stronge...
Updated on October 21st, 2017
Nobody builds houses in a hurricane As obvious as this sounds, it leads to a less obvious outcome What might seem like...Continue Reading
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Installation and Insulation of Skylight Roof Windows
Updated on January 17th, 2016
Every time I enjoy the look and feel of a room enhanced by a good roof window, I think of a man named Villum Kann...Continue Reading
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Little Things Make Big Differences with Basement Floors
Updated on October 29th, 2014
While it’s true that tiny problems with your home can trigger big consequences, a little foresight can eliminate...Continue Reading
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Can you help recommend an insulation upgrade for my 150-...
Updated on January 17th, 2016
I'm planning to restore an 1860's board-and-batten home, and need some advice about insulation Right now there's none...Continue Reading