Materials: 4×8 sheets of maple veneer sheeting Finish Nails (we love a good pin nailer nail gun to avoid having to patch holes) Stain (stain with sealant makes this job super fast!) Sander Liquid Nails (caulking) If the video doesn’t load correctly, check it out over on our YouTube...
How tough is building a DIY rowing machine if I’m not very handy? Depending on the design, building a do-it-yourself rowing machine can be challenging. Beginners with some DIY knowledge should employ simpler designs with inexpensive materials and tools. More intricate designs like hydraulic pist...
We sourced some 3/8″ chipboard from HD as our sheeting material. We got three 4×8 sheets of chipboard, and got one of them cut down into 2×4′ pieces at the hardware store (still waiting on that table saw Santa). We decided to do a 2×8 piece of wood in the middle of the...
1: Don’t skimp on materials.Pay for top-quality paint, primer and caulking compound. Top-quality paint lasts longer, and flows and covers better than poor-quality paint. Buy paint that has a lifetime warranty against defects in the finish. With most house paint, you get what you pay fo...
Surface Material:Different materials require different paint types. For instance, wood, stucco, and metal may need specific paint formulations for optimal results. Professional vs. DIY:Painting the exterior of a house is a significant undertaking. Depending on your skill level and the scale of the...
of the house. This location sometimes lacks a layer of compressible foam between the two materials that would provide an airtight seal. Caulk or foam applied either inside the basement (as previously described in the section on sealing this seam) or in the garage can effectively seal the gap....