We used the trusty Dewalt Orbital Sander to smooth everything out with 180 Grit Sandpaper. We sanded the face of each board, as well as around the rough edges. A good sanding can improve the appearance of the wood, and prepares the boards to accept stain and sealant. Once the wood was...
Dewalt Miter SawCut all of the planks you'll need for the ceiling and the walls at once. This will streamline the process, ensure you have all of the inventory you need, and keep things looking polished and consistent. If your planks are not long enough, make a plan to stagger your ...
Nail it to the backer board. Next, cope the piece of crown molding that will run into the previously installed piece. To do this, first cut a compound-angle miter into the end of the crown to be coped. Next, use a coping saw to back-cut the molding along its contoured profile . ...
Once all the framing is in place we install 3/4″Advantecsheathing on the deck. I highly recommend that you use a significant amount ofPL Polyurethane Construction Adhesivebetween the Advantec and the TJI’s. Then make sure to either nail it down with ring shank nails or even better with...
How to Use a Speed Square as a Protractor A protractor, like the one you used in geometry class, is used for measuring and marking angles. A speed square does the same thing with lumber. In fact, it is this function that gives the rafter square its name: The square is designed to qu...
Nail Gun (We used this Hitachi one, but any brad nailer should do.) Miter Saw or Miter Box and Saw (We use this Dewalt one.) Circular Saw (If you don’t have the hardware store cut your plywood for you.) Spackling or Wood Putty Paint or Stain (whichever you prefer) Double Sided ...
Pro Tip: Use thisDEWALT 20-Volt Max Lithium-Ion 18-Gauge Cordless Brad Nailer Kit to install shoe moulding. Our Pro loves the convenience of being able to use a Nailer with a battery rather than bringing in a compressor to each job site. ...
Nail Gun Step 2. Plan and Prepare the Site Once you have the required permits and are ready to begin, it’s time to clear the building site. Construct four or 6 Batter Board frames and hammer them into location. Use mason string or twine to outline and square the plan. The marking pa...