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Robert Maxwell

Robert Maxwell is a writer, videographer, photographer and online strength coach based in Northern Ontario, Canada. He grew up on a rural self-sufficient homestead property where he learned the skills to build his own home from the ground up, do all his own vehicle repairs, and work with wood, stone and metal to find practical DIY solutions to many everyday problems.

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How To Build a Reclaimed Wood Coffee Table

Ever wanted to try making furniture with pallet wood? Now's your chance. Learn how to make a sleek reclaimed wood coffee table from pallets.

Harbor Freight Tools Just Recalled Miter Saw Blade Guards—Here’s What We Know

Harbor Freight Tools just recalled over 7,100 blade guards for some of their 12-inch miter...

8 Best Car Vinyl Cleaners

Want to keep your car's interior looking great? Using the right car vinyl cleaner is...

Skip an Entry Rug and Opt for a DIY Tiled Entry Instead

Tired of mud and grit messing up your entryway rug? Consider a tiled entry instead.

5 Ways To Start a Car With a Bad Starter

Got a car that won't start? A faulty starter could be the culprit. Learn how...

This IKEA Bread Box Table Hack Is the Perfect Storage Solution

Interested in DIY upcycling projects? We reviewed a popular TikTok hack on using IKEA's bread...

John Deere Just Debuted an All-Electric Riding Lawn Mower

Looking for a new riding lawn mower? John Deere has just released the Z370R, a...

7 Best Car Covers for 2023

Have a car you want to protect from the elements, but don't have a garage?...

How To Mill Your Own Wood Trim

Have windows and door in need of trim? Consider milling your own. Learn how to...

7 Best Car Window Cleaner Tools

Having trouble cleaning your car's windows? It's tough without the right tools and know-how. Check...

5 Super Handy Hacks for Finding Studs Without a Stud Finder

Need to find a wall stud to hang something heavy, but don't have a stud...

What Is Limewash Paint?

Sprucing up your home's interior? Consider limewash paint—this ancient paint is unique and beautiful.

If You See White Streaks on Your Dishes, This Is What It Means

Is your dishwasher leaving white streaks on dishes after each wash cycle? There are three...

How to Hide Your Dishwasher in Plain Sight

Dishwashers are great, but can sometimes be an eyesore. Here's how to build a custom...

What Is a Lanai and What’s the Difference from a Patio?

Thinking of adding a covered outdoor space to your home? Consider a lanai.

How To Keep Above-Ground Water Systems from Freezing

If your home or cabin has an above-ground water system, freezing is a serious risk....

If You See Gray Ice Cubes in Your Fridge, This Is What It Means

Is your fridge spitting out gray ice cubes? This is a common problem and is...

How To Care for Your Leather Work Boots in the Winter

With a little TLC, your leather work boots should last for years. Here's how to...

How To Fix Concrete Foundation Wall Cracks

Got a cracked concrete basement wall? Fixing it isn't as hard as you might think....

How To Install a Sump Pump

Flooding can ruin your basement and everything in it, but there's a solution. Learn how...

How To Sharpen and Tune Up a Hand Plane

Got a hand plane that's not performing well? It could be dull, need tuning up,...

How Basement Subfloor Panels Can Keep Out Mold and Mildew

Basement mustiness is a common problem, and most people don't realize it begins at the...

How To Clean a Tankless Water Heater

Tankless water heaters are great, but mineral buildup can kill their efficiency fast. Here's how...

How To Sharpen a Chainsaw The Easy Way

Chainsaws make cutting wood a cinch, but you'll soon be stuck if you don't know...

What To Know About Choosing and Using a Hand Planer

The hand planer, also called a hand plane, is a useful tool every woodworker should...

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