Swing sets provide hours of enjoyment for children. As a parent, your main concern is thatthe swing setis safe. The safest way to set up a metal swing set is to anchor the legs in concrete. Swing sets simply set on the ground will rock back and forth, especially when more than one ...
How To Build A Wood Fence Gate 26 Comments Reply Janet August 29, 2019 at 6:14 pm Summer of 09 we built my greenhouse from the plans on this site. We modified a bit for the height and made it fit the foundation that was in place. It was a lot of work but it came out so ...
and serve as a stop gate for wet concrete. They are generally made from lumber and plywood and can be readily removed after the concrete has dried. You can build a bulkhead in 30 minutes to an hour, depending on the size and scope of the project....
Knowing how to build a porch can save money whether you are hiring a contractor or doing it yourself. A new or remodeled front porch not only adds value to your home but also much curb appeal as well. Porch construction is fairly straight forward but it can also be quite complex. It pa...
Nail a 12″ long metal strap plate to the top side of each head beam join. Also see fig 4. This will stop any likely outward movement of the gazebo. Nail the metal strap plates with 2″ (flathead) galvanized nails. Metric version: Measure from the ground 2200mm up one of the posts...
Welcome 2021 by painting the metal gate that protects your home, and read this post that is chock-full of tips and tutorials on painting metal surfaces.
Lay down the next course of bricks, spreading the mortar over the sides of each brick when you lay it down. Continue this way and build up the brick. Build up approximately five courses. As you build up each course of bricks, place a level against the sides of the post to ensure that...
13. How to Build a Kid's Headboard Transform your bedroom with a DIY headboard and bed makeover that's sure to impress.Max and Meprovide an engaging and comprehensive guide on how to revamp an old bed, infusing new life into it with a chic, tufted headboard and a refreshed base. ...
Keep reading to find out how to make your own backyard secret garden even if you have a small yard. 1. Make An entrance The first element of a secret garden that all Charleston gardens seem to have is defined entrance, usually with an arbor and a gate leading into them. ...
Cut a piece of wire mesh, using the wire cutters, to the exact dimensions of the gate frame. Place the mesh over the frame and staple the fabric to the wood. Install staples at least every six inches. Step 7 Screw metal hinges into the side of the gate, using a screwdriver. The num...