Its summer; the kids are playing in the pool and your friends are liming having drinks and catching up on old times. You wish you could just fire up a grill and cook some hamburgers or steaks but you don’t have a grill. A brick grill while costly is more durable than its metal counterpart …
Building your own porch is a great way to gain advanced building techniques and practice. It also helps to increase the value of your home. This project requires builders with carpentry experience and is not suggested for novices. Those with adequate skills and building experience should, however, be able to complete the project without difficulty. …
In an age where non-renewable energy such as gas is slowly depleting, people have found innovative ways of doing things we love to do that require large amounts of energy through alternative means. One of these options takes the form of a solar oven which utilizes the sun’s energy for cooking food. It can be …
Wooden fences are usually used as an indication of someone’s personal territory or as a beautiful way to protect a selected area; this can be a blossoming garden or otherwise. Either way, a wooden fence can be a very effective way of protecting and preventing entry to an area. This building project uses very little …
Garden mazes are not a new development and go as far back as castle structures. A garden maze is great for those with a passion for gardening. Building a garden maze addition will be time-consuming and so is ideal for those with time to spare. Also, it will beautify large enough gardens and provide a …
Building a model sailboat is still practiced by many as a pastime or hobby. It is a fun way of expressing one’s innovativeness and creative side. You can even compete with other model sailboat enthusiasts. Even though the art of making one is not as popular as before, the information on methods of construction is …
For anyone who has more than one story on their house or works in an establishment that has numerous levels are used to the task of having to walk up and down a flight of stairs. The structure looks quite simple however if you observe its artistry a lot of its work can be technical. …
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.
Loft beds have the ability to transform any small room into a cozy and spacious bedroom. It provides extra space because the bed is built upwards and provides space at the base. Some persons also improvise on their loft beds by adding even shelves under their lofts. Making one is quick and easy, two or …
A deck box is a convenient storage container for outdoor areas like decks and porches. This project is suited to an intermediate level of handiness skill, though beginners can attempt the project if they have experience with building similar items, or have some assistance from someone with more experience. Materials 13 pieces of 1”x6”x8’ cedar …
A loft is normally a refurbished room in a complex or home that is being transformed to be utilized as a living or lounging area. This may be a basement, or attic that is directly under a roof. When making a loft area, be sure to adhere to all the safety precautions so that when …
In case there is a fire in the building that you are in, it is very important to have a well-thought-out fire escape plan. The plan should allow for easy evacuation from the burning building to safer grounds. For those who are not on ground level, a fire escape is invaluable, and knowing how to …