Mike Berner

Mike Berner

Mike Berner

Experience

Mike can build any complicated project. He also reviews tools with a keen attention to detail and creates projects for every level of DIYer. He learned some of his craft when he was a schoolteacher, but more as a builder. When he’s not building or remodeling something, Mike has two young kids that keep him on his toes.

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Articles

How to Make DIY Wooden Blocks for Your Kids

A simple set of wooden blocks to make for the aspiring builders in your life.

Traditional vs. Sustainable Building Materials

With sustainable building materials becoming more available to DIYers, let's examine how they compare with their traditional counterparts.

How to Frame a Structure Using Energy-Saving Techniques

Here's a framing technique that maximizes insulation space and reduces heat transfer through the walls.