Category: Decks & Sheds
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How To – Wood, Metal Or Poly Plastic Garden Sheds Which Is Best?
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…
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How To – Refinish And Stain Outdoor Wood Bench
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…
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How To – Caisson Foundations For Steel Buildings Without Concrete Pad Floors
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…
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How To – Bark Side Up Or Down – Decks Shingles
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…
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How To – Installing Shed Tie Downs
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…