Installing a drop-in kitchen sink
Replacing a top mount kitchen sink isn’t overly complicated. Preparation and patience make the job quick and easy.
Carl Duguay
Carl is a furniture maker based in Victoria, BC and the senior editor at Canadian Woodworking & Home Improvement Magazine.
Articles by Carl Duguay
Awesome gifts for the dedicated DIYer in your home
Choosing the right gift isn’t always easy. Here are gift ideas that will please even the most finicky.
HomeInOn – How to choose a kitchen sink that shines
We help you make the right choice when the time comes to purchase a new kitchen sink.
Finishing Touch: Film finishes
When versatility and durability are of paramount importance, you won’t go wrong choosing a film finish.
Make sharpening easier with diamond stones
Sharp tools make woodworking easier. One of the easiest and quickest ways to do the job is with diamond stones.
Brushes
Selecting the right brush, and properly maintaining it, will ensure you get the best finish possible.
Top 10 tools and tips for spring yard work
Spring is almost here. Prepare for the warmer weather now, so you can get outside and make the most of it.
Whittling
The carefree, unfettered sibling of carving.
Reciprocating saw blades
A reciprocating saw is one of the most useful power tools you’ll ever own for construction, renovation and demolition work. To get the most out of your saw, you need to use the right blade for the material and situation you’re dealing with.
Zero clearance inserts
A zero clearance insert is easy to make and goes a long way in reducing tearout.
2020 Tool of the Year Awards
We are pleased to announce the winners of our 5th Annual Canadian Woodworking & Home Improvement Tool of the Year Awards.
Laguna B|Flux dust collector
Small footprint, great suction, decent size waste bag, good dust control, and super quiet - everything you need in a compact, small shop dust collector.
Mid-Century modern design: a complete sourcebook
A fabulous guided excursion through the world of design from the mid-1940s to the early 1970s.
Introduction to Plywood
Understand your plywood options before starting on your next furniture, cabinetry or home improvement project.
Looking for the Right Inspiration
How do you get inspired to go back to the shop each day to start a new project?
HomeInOn – Windows
Whether installing new or replacing old, we provide the basic information to help you make the right choice.
Finishing Touch: Finishing isn’t an afterthought
For novice woodworkers, learning about wood finishes and how to apply them is just as important as developing wood processing and joinery skills.
Finishing Touch: Penetrating oil finishes
Ease of application, lack of film build-up, a beautiful satin sheen, and no-fuss repair make these finishes ideal for projects that won’t be subject to a lot of heavy daily use.
Keen Venture Mid Boot
These light weight, breathable, waterproof boots make for ideal spring and summertime footwear in the workshop, around the home, or on weekend hikes.
HomeInOn – easy dust management for healthy homes
Carpeting can be expensive to install or replace. Keeping the carpets clean will prolong your investment and make for a healthier home.
HomeInOn – window film
Increase indoor comfort and lower your energy costs.
Barron dovetail guide
The most effective and easiest way to cut perfect dovetails.
Finishing Touch: Waterborne finishes
Waterborne finishes have improved quite a bit over the past few years – to the point where they make an excellent finish for just about any woodworker.
DVR – The Smart Motor
You're bound to see more of these motors over the coming years. We take a closer look at what all the fuss is about.
