Ft and inch version This project shows how to make a child’s pushcart. This type of lumber cart is by no means new. In fact, the basic design has been...

Introduction and plans This step stool is a very practical, multi-purpose unit which would find a place in just about any house. It serves as a set of steps, ...

Introduction A letter holder is not only practical but can also adorn a passage, entry or other suitable wall and it is relatively easy to make. This letter ...

Introduction The K2 telephone kiosk is arguably the most iconic British telephone box of all time. K2 stands for Kiosk 2, and was the second booth to be ...

Introduction The London police box was a little shed type structure used mainly as a communications base for patrolling police officers prior to the age ...

Marcelo was kind enough to send us a couple of photos of a wall mounted folding work bench that he made and designed. This work bench is ideal for tight...

This project shows how to make a strong, basic, outside stool; a very useful implement to have in any garden. More often than not, a sturdy garden stool is ...

Introduction – Plans – Materials list Introduction. A good solid sawhorse. The sawhorse in this project is very similar to a couple that I’ve ...

So… You would like to replace your existing window with a ranch slider or with a set of french doors. This article contains eazy to follow, step-by-step ...

Introduction – Materials list Introduction, about the measurements and the material requirements This plywood playhouse can be dismantled and ...

Introduction A garage without a floor?  Sure! This garage is designed with cost in mind. It is an ideal project for the person with a limited budget, who ...

Constructing a partition wall or a stud wall that splits an indoor space without serious structural remodeling is an excellent introduction to a simple ...

Introduction – Plans – Instructions This most basic planter box is really just an oblong with four sides fixed together to hold in the soil. The ...

Introduction and materials list This planter box (or pot plant holder) is completely held together with wire. Construction is simply a matter of cutting the ...

Introduction, digging the hole and the plan drawing Introduction Not only does a concrete gate post look good and have a bit of a stately feel about it, but ...

Making the formwork profile Introduction When the concrete gate posts were first made we didn’t give too much thought as to what sort of cap would ...

Introduction – Plans – Lumber Introduction A fair amount of thought had to go into the design of these gates. The driveway had an uphill slope, ...

Introduction For a larger version of this picnic table with detailed plans and instructions click on the bow below. To see an assortment of picnic tables click ...

Materials list Before building this pergola…….. Check with your local authority to see if any Building permits, permissions, or conditions are ...

Materials and post installation Materials to use 100×100 (4×4) posts 2400 (8ft) long. Can either be sawn (rough) or dressed (smooth). Must be of ...

About Lattice A wood lattice consists of diagonal or vertical and horizontal strips of wood (laths) cris-crossing to make a grille like pattern. Lattice is ...

In this tutorial we explain how to lay a paving block path. For added style and ease we have replaced traditional paving stone concrete edging with ...

This section will explain how to make a garden retaining wall along an existing fence, which can transform a dull front or back yard into an exciting garden. ...

Materials and post installation Materials to use 100×100 (4×4) posts 2400 (8ft) long. Can either be sawn (rough) or dressed (smooth). Must be of ...

Introduction and about the measurements A lounger to relax in. This sun lounger is a bit different to most in so much as the back-rest cannot be adjusted. It ...

Introduction and Plan Child-proof maybe a bit too strong of a term to use for this gate as there will always be some kid who will figure out how to...

This project “how to build a gate” to match a trellis top fence was sent to us by Esteban Ramirez, Pinole CA/USA. Materials: Three ...

Metric version Materials required: The lumber sizes referred to in this project are the nominal sizes. The nominal size of a piece of lumber is the size of the ...

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 for...

Which Paint, Where? Selecting Tools for the Job Preparation Painting Cleaning Up Checklist 1. Which Paint, Where? There are two types of paint available for ...

Which Paint, Where? Preparation Applying the Paint Checklist If you’re painting a large exterior area, a little psychology helps. Identify sections and ...

There are a variety of surface finishes on the market that offer protection and enhancement to timber while preserving its natural look. Interior Stains Dye ...

Materials Needed Dulux Acrylic Sealer Undercoat Dulux acrylic base paint, colour of your choice. Dulux acrylic top coat, colour of your choice. Standard roller ...

Materials Needed Dulux Acrylic Sealer Undercoat Dulux acrylic base colour of your choice Dulux top coat paint, colour of your choice A collection of dry, lint ...

Simply Measure, Cut, Drill & Assemble! This scooter is an example of how something mechanical can be made just by using standard materials that can be ...

Introduction Time to replace the double hinged driveway gates with a single sliding gate. Why? For both practical reasons and convenience. The existing gates ...