After tread and post installation, we move on to installing the railings and balusters. The railings by themselves are not that hard, but fitting the balusters and getting everything to line up is a … [Read more...]
Stairs: Stairway Building – How to Build a Stairway or Replace an Existing Stairway
IF you're planning to build a stairway or replace an existing stairway, this is the place to start. Step-by-step instructions include planning, layout and the easy math steps to cut perfect stringers … [Read more...]
Cost of Building a Deck: Make an Easy and Inexpensive Deck Plans
Learn how to build a DIY inexpensive deck with plans for a 12 x 12 deck. Start to finish instructions include plan layouts from footings and posts to laying the decking and building the stairs. This … [Read more...]
Deck Plans: How Much Does it Cost to Build a Deck – How Do You Estimate
Estimating costs to build a deck begins with good planning. Materials, tools, permits, and delivery all add to the cost. Accurately estimating your materials and having a good plan in place are all … [Read more...]
Building Deck Stairs: Directions For Building Stairs Railing for Deck
Deck stairs, railings and hand rails involve some angles that might seem a little daunting the first time you tackle them. Follow these easy instructions and you won't be afraid to tackle the job … [Read more...]
DIY Plans to Build Wood Deck – Deck Builder
Any realtor would tell you that a wooden deck adds to the salability of the house and enhances its value. If you have found the time to build your own wood deck, the money that comes to you would be … [Read more...]
Fond Memories of Autumn And Halloween
As a gardener I suppose summer should be my favourite season but as much as I like seeing my garden grow I don’t really care for all the heat we get. For health reasons trying to get any work done in … [Read more...]
Redecorating Our 1901 Built Home
The biggest home improvement project we are deciding to do to our home is a wrap around deck to our country farm house. Our house was originally built in 1901 as a square two story house. Since then a … [Read more...]