Easy projects - easy language!
This section contains DIY woodworking and building projects or articles with simple, easy-to-follow instructions and …
How to read and understand Plans
Instructions
SO... You're ready to start that addition, you have received the plans from your architect or draughtsman but you can't make head nor …
How to establish a building Profile
Ensure Your Project is Square and Leveluseful for square or oblong projectsStep 1:
measure and stake the four outside corners of your project …
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A bit about safety
It's a good idea to get into good safety practices at an early age.
General
If you do not know how to use a tool properly, ask someone for help. …
A bit about wood
Wood used for building is referred to differently from place to place. In North America the wood used for building is referred to as lumber, where as …
Handy tips
A few handy tips and hints that might help make the task just that little bit safer and easier.
Tool tips
Using adult good quality tools makes …
A bit about measurements and dimensions
Wood used for building is referred to differently from place to place. In North America the wood used for building is referred to as lumber, where as …
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A bit about nails and bolts
This page covers some basic information about nails and bolts. The terminology for different types of nails and bolts varies from place to place but …
Creating a Ragged Paint Effect
Materials Needed
Dulux Acrylic Sealer Undercoat
Dulux acrylic base colour of your choice
Dulux top coat paint, colour of your choice
A …
Creating a Marbled Paint Effect
Materials Needed
Dulux Acrylic Sealer Undercoat
Dulux acrylic base paint, colour of your choice.
Dulux acrylic top coat, colour …
Types of Timber Stains and Finishes
There are a variety of surface finishes on the market that offer protection and enhancement to timber while preserving its natural look.
Interior …
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Painting Exteriors
Which Paint, Where?
Preparation
Applying the Paint
Checklist
If you're painting a large exterior area, a little psychology helps. Identify …
Painting Walls and Ceilings
Which Paint, Where?
Selecting Tools for the Job
Preparation
Painting
Cleaning Up
Checklist
1. Which Paint, Where?
There are two …
Paint Brushes, Paint Rollers and Paint Pads
Even as we work and play our way through the high tech world of the 21st century, the good old fashioned paint brush is still the most preferred tool …
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Pebble Path
This project explains how to make a pebble path using 100x75 (3"x4") treated lumber for the edgings, 20mm (3/4") graded base course metal and a choice …
Handrail Anatomy
One example
Note: All lumber must be suitable for exterior use.
a) Decking
b) Joists
c) Boundary joist: The boundary joist is fixed to …
Deck Anatomy
Note: These plans and/or instructions are to be used expressly as a guide only. If contemplating doing any building work inquire at your local …
Water level
How to make and use a bucket and hose water level
Materials
You will need a standard plastic bucket and 12 meters (40ft) of 6 mm (1/4") nylex clear …
Making a straight deck
A method of laying decking boards straight
Assuming the joists are fixed in place. If not go to How to Build a Deck
This is an ideal method of how …
How to set-out a building
Building Profiles
How to establish the building line (profile, perimeter of a building) and ensure it is square and level. Suitable for square or …