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Finished porch exterior and deck
Home Energy

Passive Solar Porch Reno – Part 2

This 2nd post in my Passive Solar Porch Reno series focuses on the exterior aspects of this project. The late summer weather was perfect for

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Stonehaven's South-facing Porch
Home Energy

Passive Solar Porch Reno – Part 1

I’ve been thinking about this for a decade… turning my south-facing front porch into a passive solar heater on those sunny winter days. This was

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Simple Door Casing Plinth Blocks

Whether you’re renovating an old house like I am or installing trim in your new dream home, plinth blocks can add an element of sophistication

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Tools & Jigs

Cutting Door Casings for New Flooring

I’m in the middle of my latest redecorating project which involves stripping wallpaper that’s older than me, giving the room a fresh new paint job

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studspace pantry within wall
Cabinets & Furniture

Stud Space Pantry Design Tips

If kitchen storage space is tight and you’re about to beat your head against the wall in frustration – you’re already looking at one solution.

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front glazing has 3/8" air space between two layers of insulating film
Home Energy

Portable Passive Solar Air Heater

Most solar air heaters you’ll find are large wall-mounted units and the utility of a ‘portable’ unit is marginal at best. But I had a

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diy winter driveway markers
Yard & Garden

Quick & Easy Winter Driveway Markers

Anyone who lives in a snowy climate knows just how hard it can be to guess exactly where your driveway is once it’s buried under

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Home Energy

5 Lessons From a Hurricane

We knew Hurricane Arthur was headed our way, but the forecast called for it to weaken to a post-tropical depression by the time it hit

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new garbage box made of repurposed materials
Yard & Garden

The Greater Purpose of Repurposing

Since this recycling project was designed and built based on the materials I had on hand – and it’s something I’m sure most of you

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Cabinets & Furniture

Stonehaven Recycling Bin Cabinet – Woodworking Plans

This Recycling Bin Cabinet is an original Stonehaven design that combines the style and charm of an antique furniture piece with the practical management of

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