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Annual oil spray keeps vehicles rust-free

Annual oil spray keeps vehicles rust-free

If you want to do everything you can to keep your vehicle running reliably and well for 10, 20, 30 years and beyond, I can help. It all comes down to a small item of annual maintenance that hardly anyone does.
Houseworks: In praise of professional-grade tools

Houseworks: In praise of professional-grade tools

When I was 10 years old, my dad began renovating our kitchen, and that event has affected me to this day. Dad was cutting some 3/4” plywood with a shiny silver bargain-basement circular saw that he bought through a mail-order flier that came to the door, and there are two things I remember about that incident.

Best build ever

All successful homebuilding and renovation projects ultimately come down to how clients and contractors interact. Get the people part right up front, then the fun stuff takes care of itself later on.
Watch for false energy claims

Watch for false energy claims

With winter just around the corner, you need to brace yourself for more than just cold blasts of arctic air.
Winter work wear makes outdoor activities bearable

Winter work wear makes outdoor activities bearable

How come so few have a nice, fuzzy lining up around your neck, where it counts? The ToughGuy’s cotton exterior and sheepskin-like lining prompts me to wear the coat way too often, in settings where my wife reminds me I really should be wearing something fancier.
Examining the finer points of roof repair

Examining the finer points of roof repair

I’m gearing up to reshingle my roof this spring, and there are four specific technical details I’m working into the job.
Get plenty of water from a weak well

Get plenty of water from a weak well

About 30 per cent of all Canadians rely on groundwater, but many households struggle with a stingy well that doesn’t give enough wate
Q and A: Sharpening tools and fixing failed paint job

Q and A: Sharpening tools and fixing failed paint job

Q: What spacing should I choose for the recessed light fixtures I’m installing in my attic ceiling? We’re finishing the space and I want it to be nice and bright.
Houseworks: Fixing wood finishes

Houseworks: Fixing wood finishes

Q: How can I stop polyurethane from beading up on a mahogany table top I’m refinishing? The table came from a funeral home and the liquid urethane I apply forms dimples and looks like an orange peel when wet.
Gaudet growing into bigger role

Gaudet growing into bigger role

Brady Gaudet arrived in Red Deer with the reputation of being an offensive-minded defenceman.One year later, he’s convinced he’s become more. Much more.“I’ve think I’ve taken a lot of strides in the right direction,” Gaudet said Thursday. “I’m a more rounded player now, not just an offensive or good-skating D-man. I’ve been able to add a lot of things to my game since I’ve come to Red Deer. I’ve been able to play a lot more on the special teams and in all kinds of situations.