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How to organize your drill bits

Around the House, Beginner Projects

BCHC 2016-05-05T22:03:19-07:00

They say creative minds are rarely tidy, so don’t feel badly if you’d have a hard time finding that drill bit -- it just means you’re an exceptionally creative woodworker, right?

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Make your sinks and faucets sparkle

Around the House, Beginner Projects

BCHC 2016-05-05T21:47:46-07:00

Kitchen and bathroom sinks get used and abused on a daily basis and they can look pretty neglected between cleanings.

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Is it time to change the locks?

Around the House

BCHC 2016-05-05T21:45:01-07:00

Locks are your home’s first line of defence against strangers. In fact, they’re pretty much the only thing keeping unwanted people from wandering through your doorway.

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How to prep your wood for staining

Around the House

BCHC 2016-05-05T21:40:56-07:00

From the homey golden tones of a harvest table in your kitchen to the deep, dramatic mahogany of the dresser in your bedroom, the stain you choose has to match the personality of a piece.

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Five projects you can make with a scroll saw

Around the House, Beginner Projects, Difficult Projects

BCHC 2016-05-05T21:36:11-07:00

While each type of saw is useful in numerous ways, it’s hard to stop collecting the ones you might need for a specific project.

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Paint your bathroom like a pro

Around the House

BCHC 2016-05-05T21:33:04-07:00

We’ve all noticed those little dried water drips on a bathroom wall, and maybe even swiped at them with a towel. Why are the walls drippy?

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Painter’s Tape 101

Around the House

BCHC 2016-05-05T21:31:25-07:00

Unless you have a super-steady hand -- or you like the “relaxed” look of paint smears on your windows, floors, and ceiling -- then you’re most likely rely on the help of painter’s tape.

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What you need to know about insulation

Around the House

BCHC 2016-05-05T21:28:18-07:00

When you’re building or renovating your home, insulation certainly isn't one the “fun” decisions - like paint colours, counter top materials, or flooring styles.

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Five projects made easy with a mitre saw

Around the House, Difficult Projects

BCHC 2016-05-05T21:26:00-07:00

Even amateur woodworkers seem to agree that a mighty mitre saw is a must-have tool in their arsenals. So what should you know before you bring one home?

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Building a heavy-duty shelving unit

Around the House

BCHC 2016-05-05T21:22:52-07:00

Tools, sports equipment, holiday decorations, and winter coats. What do they have […]

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How to prep your walls before painting

Around the House, Intermediate Projects

BCHC 2016-05-05T21:16:32-07:00

We get it - the best part of painting a room is taking those first few swipes with a fresh new paint brush or roller.

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Spray paint projects you just HAVE to try

Around the House, Beginner Projects

BCHC 2016-05-05T21:11:24-07:00

Sure, you can paint picture frames or freshen up that mirror you found at a yard sale. But what about lighting fixtures, fabric and furniture - did you know those can be spray painted, too?

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Choosing the hardware finish that’s right for you

Around the House, Beginner Projects

BCHC 2016-05-05T21:04:17-07:00

Whether your kitchen makeover consists of ripping everything out and starting from scratch or freshening things up with a few tweaks, one of the trickiest decisions can be the hardware.

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How to choose a colour palette for your home

Around the House, Intermediate Projects

BCHC 2016-05-05T20:54:53-07:00

When you have an overall colour palette, the rooms flow together and there’s a sense of whole-home harmony.

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Which front door is right for your home?

Around the House, Intermediate Projects

BCHC 2016-05-05T20:40:09-07:00

Your front door is the first thing people touch when they come into your home, and it sets the stage for what’s inside.

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