Rammed earth homes are cost efficient and environmentally friendly. Living in a rammed earth house allows natural temperature regulation during the change of seasons, and will consequently save you money on energy bills. The most advantageous factor about rammed earth houses however, is the strength of the structure once it is erected; rammed earth homes will last through many generations without fail. Continue reading
Building a garage is not a suitable project for beginners. It is a project that requires at least an intermediate level of handiness skills. However, for those with experience in construction, building a garage should only be a matter of obtaining the right materials and carefully following instructions. Continue reading
Gates are always needed to finish off any fence or enclosed area. The type of gate you build will depend on what is being enclosed–for example a garden–and your personal preferences. This DIY guide will show you, step by step, how to build a z-frame garden gate. Continue reading
Laying bricks requires a considerable amount of skill, and is usually done by professionals when it is for a large structure like a house. However, learning how to lay bricks to build a small wall can be an excellent way to save labour costs in getting a relatively simple task done. Continue reading
Stucco is a resourceful material used to coat the inside and out of a room. A stucco house (as the name suggest) would then be described as a room made with the use of stucco. This material has been used for many years and works very well in hot, dry climates because it helps to keep those inside cool. It can be made at home from water, cement, sand, hydrated lime and Portland cement but most prefer to source it from their department store. Continue reading