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At Uncle John’s, we believe in the power of hands-on learning and the joy of creating. Our mission is to provide you with the tools and knowledge to tackle any project, big or small. Whether you’re a seasoned DIY enthusiast or just starting out, you’ll find inspiration and guidance here.

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Latest from Our Blog

💧Aqua Tower Atmospheric Water Generator Review:

💧Aqua Tower Atmospheric Water Generator Review:

Atmospheric Water Generations (AWG) might sound futuristic, but it’s really just condensation with a decent publicist.

The basic idea is that air—despite its apparently dry demeanour—contains water vapor. Quite a lot of it, actually. The trick is getting that vapor to commit to becoming actual water, and not just hang around being moody and humid.

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Common Mistakes to Avoid

Common Mistakes to Avoid

(Or: “Well, That’s a Learning Experience” in Disguise) Now, I’m not saying you would make any of these errors. But other people — let’s call them "enthusiastic but occasionally slapdash types" — have, and it would be rude not to benefit from their brave and often...

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Maintenance & Longevity

Maintenance & Longevity

(Or: How to Keep Your Rattan From Turning Into Regret Over the Next Decade) You’ve done it. The rattan is attached, the glue is dry, the trim is on, and you’ve finally stopped finding cane fibres in your tea. Your furniture looks so good it might start giving the rest...

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Application Techniques

Application Techniques

(Or: How to Attach Rattan to Flat Panels, Curved Surfaces, and Your Loftiest Aspirations) Now that you’ve selected your materials, soaked your rattan (or given your synthetic a stern look), and chosen your weapon of attachment, it’s time to actually get the stuff on...

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