install the metal edging use metal 1 ¼-inch roofing nails to install the metal edging that goes around the perimeter of the roof. take a metal sheet and use ¼-inch metal wood screws to affix the roofing onto the wood slats. you can also nail a chalk line (straight) ...
I had my heart set on incorporating wood beams into the bathroom, but the thought of the hefty price tag had me hesitating. However, with a little creativity and ingenuity, my DIY partner and I managed to achieve gorgeous wood beams at a fraction of the cost. And today, I’m excited t...
How to install Upper CabinetsInstalling upper kitchen cabinets requires precision and planning. Start by determining your cabinet height and mark on the wall. Typically this is anywhere from 30″ to 42″, 30″ for most standard 8-foot ceilings. Then locate studs on your wall and mark those, ...
So don’t let inexperience keep you from creating the kind of home interior you want. It’s just wood and MDF. If you make a mistake or don’t like how something turns out, then do what I do — I do it over. Posts in This Series Twenty-One Pieces of Moldings Tool Kit: Just Th...
Best for:Can be interchangeable with real wood based on budget or preference. Cost:$0.80 to $1 per square foot. Beadboard Paneling Look:Convincing from a distance, looks cheap up close. Best for:Ceilings and standalone projects. Cost:$0.50 to $0.75 per square foot. ...
How To Install A Porch Swing How To Hang A Porch Swing From Ceiling Not all ceilings are created equal. Make sure that the support beam or joists in your ceiling will support the weight of the porch swing and its occupants. If you're unsure of your ceiling's strength, have an experienc...
First,use the miter saw to cut a 45-degree angle on the end of the trim board. Using the edge of a pencil, rub the profile along where the primer meets wood exposed by the cut. This will leave a dark line along which you’ll need to cut to cope the joint. ...
Is Wood Filler Stainable? There are a few different kinds of wood fillers, and the answer to which type is best to use depends largely on the job. As the name suggests,stainable wood fillersare receptive tostainingso that after it’s applied, you can stain over it to ensure the repaire...
and the top board attached this brings my board and batten to 57 inches high on the wall and I have standard 8 foot ceilings in this hallway. If you wanted to be exactly halfway up the wall you will need to cut your vertical battens shorter to account for the baseboards a...
After we completed the ceiling, we added crown molding to finish off the edges. I could not be happier with how it turned out! It looks exactly like the cottage-y wood planked ceiling I envisioned. Armstrong has so many great solutions for old drop ceilings. You can see more options on...