Basement Trim
Judson runs through the steps to complete a doorway with Bob and Ryley there to lend a hand. The short point on the inset bead is marked to make the initial 45 degree cut; this helps to make an even reveal all the way down. After making the ... [... more]
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19th Century Bracket Detail
2) We made a compass out of a piece of scrap ply-wood to help scribe our cuts. 4) You should lay out your cuts so you get both sides from one piece of wood. 1) Using simple geometry, lay out your curves according to your design. 3) Use a small ... [... more]
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A Panelized Home: All Decked Out
Like other portions of the pre-engineered home, many parts of the deck were delivered pre-built. The concrete footings for the deck system had been set with re-bar during the foundation phase of building. In an earlier phase of construction the ... [... more]
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A Panelized Home: Tips For Your Next Deck Project
Consider how the deck will affect the look of your home—in many cases a well built deck or porch can transform a lackluster building into a gem. Many deck builders suggest constructing multi-level decks that can provide the same surface area as a ... [... more]
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Architectural Styles Of Classical Columns
There were three orders of columns - Doric, Ionic and Corinthian. The Doric column is the oldest dating back to around 600 BC. The Doric column has no base. It was placed directly on the stylobate (the top step of the temple floor). It has a ... [... more]
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Epa Pressures The Wood-Preservative Industry To Change
Some homeowners want a deck that they don't have to worry about — no harmful chemicals, no sanding, and no sealing. With composite decking they can have that. Also called "plastic wood" and composite lumber, composite decking is the home ... [... more]
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Build A Picture Frame
The thin glass face can be custom cut to almost any practical size. Look in the Yellow Pages under "glass" or "picture frames" for a local source. Consider using Plexiglas with UV protection for displaying valuable images or objects. ... [... more]
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Build Your Own Window Boxes
You can use a bed molding or a chair rail to make your window box more decorative. Before you sand and prime, glue the molding onto the box where you want it and use small finishing nails to firmly hold it in place. Then continue with the sanding ... [... more]
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Choosing Handcrafted Furniture
You should definitely interview craftsmen, learn about their background in the business, find out where they did their training. Quite often, this information can tell you more about how the piece is constructed than what meets the eye. The ... [... more]
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Cut Nails Bring Authenticity To Wood Floors, Walls, And ...
Since cut nails have blunt ends, there's a bit more work involved in putting them in. While no particular type of hammer is needed, installation of cut nails must be done manually. With no pneumatic nailers, the cost of the project adds up if ... [... more]
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Build A Redwood Planter
4. For the base, turn the box upside down and place 2X4's on opposite sides, 1-inch in from the edge. With two 12d nails in each board end, attach the 2X4's to the 4X4 posts. Drill two 1-inch drainage holes in two of the 2X6's to be used for the ... [... more]
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Building A Butcher Block Table
To prevent your butcher block from cracking and warping, it's essential to seal the moisture into the wood. There are two types of finishes you can choose from to accomplish this: oil or polyurethane. If you are planning to use your butcher block ... [... more]
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