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Good Molding Can Make a Home Easier to Sell

Prospective buyers often pay attention to small details in a home and remember properties with a little something extra. One way to increase your home’s chances of a quick sale, and to remain memorable, is to install molding or enhance the existing molding. The visual interest that crown molding,...

Comparing Plywood and Particle Board

There are so many different building materials on the market that it can often be difficult to choose which product is best suited for your needs. Two very common materials are plywood and particle board. Before you choose between the two, you need to understand the advantages and disadvantages...

Important Safety Tips When Doing Carpentry Work

Before going to your Kansas City lumberyard to get your supplies for your DIY project, there are some things you need to remember before you plug in those power tools.  Safety for you and those around you should be your number one priority.  Carpenters experience a higher than average...

Building Your Very Own Wine Rack

Any wine lover will know that keeping a large quantity of bottles can lead to problems if you do not have adequate storage. While wine racks are the ideal solution, they can be expensive. Building a wine rack yourself is the perfect, affordable project for any DIY enthusiast. Cut...

What's So Great About Red Cedar?

The red cedar tree comes in many varieties. It’s a highly adaptable and very durable tree that can grow in many varieties; including seashore conditions. Decay resistant, it has many uses in landscaping. The grain is naturally straight and eventually turns into a nice brown-red color. The wood is...

Composite Decking: The Real Deal

If you’re building a deck and looking at the materials in your favorite Kansas City lumberyard, you should seriously consider using composite decking. It’s beautiful and environmentally friendly. It will save you money and hundreds of hours of maintenance throughout your lifetime. Composite boards are perfect living surfaces for exterior...

Easy First Projects for the DIY Woodworker

Have you always admired the wood craftsmanship of others, but you weren’t sure you had the skills? Woodworking is a hobby that allows you to build your skills through projects, and if you are a do-it-yourselfer anyway, you’ll like the results you’ll see while you’re using your creativity. While...

Helpful Tips for Winter Deck Care

Winter weather means no more outside parties on your deck, at least for the season. Unfortunately, the harsh cold and wet weather can also mean damage to your deck, if it’s not properly treated and cared for. HGTV offers helpful tips to keeping your deck protected through the winter. Clean Thoroughly...

Choosing a Cabinet Stain That's Right for Your Kitchen

What’s one of the great benefits of undertaking a cabinet staining project? You learn a great deal along the way. Begin by understanding that all stains are not created equally: Oil-based stains produce a resilient finish, but they emit a strong odor, are difficult to clean up after and...

Why Wood Finishes Are Good

Putting a finish on your wood is strictly optional. But putting a finish on your wood, you protect it’s surface and allows it to maintain its beauty for longer. It also protects it from harsh environment elements which can cause the wood to warp, dry out and crack or...