Every few years we have to take a weekend and stain the wood on our deck to protect it from the elements.
If it has been a few years since your last refinishing then your trip to the local supply store may have you wondering about the available products and prices even if you are staying with the same manufacturer you originally used.
Price is a concern for every project and if you are like me …
There are many different options when selecting a Garden Shed and the ones you choose will be reflected in the final price.
You can purchase sheds pre-made from a local business or select from a variety sold by national building supply chains.
You can also purchase the materials and build your own shed but you will need to submit a plan to your local building official. That is another thing that you must remember… most locations require …
Wood is a natural material that will react to the elements and for that reason it is important that you take care of any exterior structures that may get beat by the hot summer sun.
This year has been especially hot and dry and although you may think at first that dry wood is good you might also notice that the spaces between your decking are getting wider and if you have any cracks they …
Composite Deck Materials used for Deck Surfaces, Railing, Balusters and Steps have been in use for more then 15 years in the United States and although they are low care product they are not maintenance free.
Because composite materials use a high content of plastics they are less prone to absorb water. Wood decking that is pressure treated has a chemical injected in it that treats the wood to reduce its breakdown when molds, fungus …
Probably the most important part of your deck or porch addition is how it is fastened to your home.
With so many different design options for your addition there is really only one way to attach the most important structural part of your deck and that is by using a ledger board and carriage bolts as fasteners.
Some contractors will have you believe that you can simply nail or lag bolt or build a …
There are a number of different choices when you are looking to purchase a Garden Shed and with all types you must consider the size and whether you will purchase a kit or have a completed shed delivered.
For the most part when you purchase a wood shed they will come pre-assembled and will most likely require only leveling of the ground or placing of concrete blocks to position the shed in its permanent place.
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In this HowTo we will cover the basic steps of restaining an outside bench that has had its finish ruined by the elements.
There are 4 pages to this HowTo
To perform the work you will need.
Electric Sander
1 Pack of assorted Sandpaper
Paint Scraper
Good Quality Nylon Brush
Brush Cleaner
Small Can Of Wood Stain
Small Can Of Urethane Sealer
Spray Can of Flat Black Paint
Masking Tape
Old News Paper
Plastic Tarp
Cost for restoring this bench will be …
Steel post and frame buildings are great when a regular shed is too small to meet your needs.
Many people that live in rural areas will use them for storing a variety of items and depending on what you are storing the need for a concrete slab and perimeter foundation may not be part of your plan.
Larger buildings can be used to home animals …
As often as every deck is built the question arises should you place the bark side up when you install the decking or should you place the board so the bark side is down.? The reason for this is to reduce cupping or warpage of the board. In shingling the same is true there is an inside and outside of many shingles.
Here we will take a look at …
Well you just bought your new shed and the building inspector tells you that you need to install Tie Downs to pass your inspection.
So what are Tie Downs and Why Do you need them?
In areas prone to high winds small out building like sheds can cause some serious damage if they are lifted off their foundation and blown into a house or car. For this reason many local …