Building a Deck? Consider Teak Wood
Adding a deck onto your house is a great way to increase its value. A deck can also make your backyard a more functional space for entertaining friends and family members or simply enjoying the warmer weather on your own. When it comes to building a deck, knowing which...
Celebrate Spring by Building a Plant Shelf
If you like building things around the house then your creative juices probably start flowing when the weather warms up at the beginning of spring. While woodworking ideas are easy to find, a simple plant shelf can be one of the best things to build for your home this...
Construction Spending Has Continued Upward
When the economy was down the nation was building fewer homes. Now that the economy has picked up again we’re seeing a continued upward trend in terms of the number of residential properties being built, and how much contractors and homeowners are spending to build homes. In 2014, this...
Let Wood Weather or Give it a Finish?
When working with wood outdoors knowing the type of wood you need is essential. However, once you’ve determined the best wood for your budget and project, knowing whether you’re going to finish it or allow it to weather naturally is the next step. Use these tips to help you...
A Handmade Coat Rack is a Great Addition to a Foyer
Looking for a foyer coat rack that doesn’t require holes in the drywall? It only takes a few spare hours and a little bit of skill to build a wonderful handcrafted standing coat rack perfect for any size foyer or front hallway. First select a good sturdy wood such as oak....
Tips for Building Your Own Kitchen Island
Without a doubt, a kitchen island is one of the best upgrades that any homeowner can make. They add working room, storage space and an extra place for dining. Here are some tips for adding a truly functional one to your kitchen: Butcher Block for the Countertop – This...
3 Fun Projects to Use Up Your Wood Scraps
If you have some leftover wood scraps from a recent renovation project, don’t just toss them! Consider using them for smaller projects. Not only is it more environmentally-friendly to do so, you can actually make some useful items! The following are three projects that we recommend for using your...
Tips to Keep Your Project Organized in Your Workshop
When you have several projects going on at the same time, it can be a challenge to stay organized in your workshop. The following workshop-related tips and ideas will keep you on track, help you stay productive, and ensure you finish your projects by their deadlines. Create a calendar....
Building a Shed? Consider Adding These Features
Any homeowner will tell you that there are few structures more useful or versatile than a backyard shed. Still, many of these structures seem stuck in a time warp where that are all just a single damp and dark room where tools and materials are stored. Modern sheds have...
More Money Was Spent on Construction This Past November
There’s some good news available to builders in the United States: construction spending in November 2013 rose at a pace unseen since March 2009. It may not be the actual, definitive end of the recession but it is may be the beginning of the end. The U.S. Commerce Department...