Mike Stanton

I don’t think that any workshop is complete without a proper set of pliers. You need at least two good pliers, one for backup and … Read more

Everything is fun and games until you make a mess out of your DIY project. When I first started out as a novice, I didn’t … Read more

Now, getting a stripped screw out of wood is the easy part. However, when it comes to restoring the wooden plank back to its original … Read more

We have all broken a screw or two when working with wooden planks. However, I didn’t realize how hard it is to get rid of … Read more

When I was first learning the ropes, it was a hassle to figure out how to glue plastic to metal. I mean, both are different … Read more

Imagine my frustration when I had to spend over 10 minutes struggling to line up the screw with a screwdriver. Apparently, I wasn’t aware of … Read more

Going through the hassle of setting up a neodymium magnet and magnetizing the tip of your screwdriver might sound easy, but after a couple of … Read more

I was just recently reusing some old wood when I got stuck with three pieces with a hanger bolt stuck inside each of them. I … Read more

Whether you’re working with a safety railing or any other wooden piece, being proficient in using hanger bolts is a must. The most common mistake … Read more

Whether it is garden work or you’ve just secured a construction project, knowing how to tie steel wire will help you a ton. The versatility … Read more

While I was fishing through some old projects for materials, I found a horrendous metal structure all tied together with steel wires. Turns out, it … Read more