Building a Fireplace Mantel
This classic mantel features an arched frieze and can be built using basic carpentry skills.
This classic mantel features an arched frieze and can be built using basic carpentry skills.
A step-by-step tutorial on constructing a stair case
Moulding and trim are what give the walls of a room its character and appeal. Whereas some DIY homeowners find this type of finish carpentry
By Mark Clement Anyone who knows me or watches MyFixitUpLife on YouTube might’ve heard me discuss this: I’m not a big fan of piles. The
By Larry Walton, Photos by Brian Monroe How to use manufactured stone to create a beautiful fireplace façade.
By Clint Thomas, Esq., / Photos by Zoe Thomas  Concrete, block and smart building techniques solve the problem of a dilapidated retaining wall surrounding
By Myron R. Ferguson Tray Ceilings Enhance Ordinary Ceiling Lines to Create Architectural Interest. Quite often when I mention a tray ceiling to a prospective
By Matt Weber Some of the most satisfying DIY home improvements are those that have posed a serious problem that the homeowner struggled to overcome.
By Charlie Self Here’s a heavy-duty garden bench for the DIY’er with a green thumb. When it’s time to pot flowering plants, or
By Larry Walton Careful planning pays off in a fence that looks good for years to come. There’s more to planning a picket fence than
Using the newest synthetic moldings and shingles as well as tried-and-true techniques to revive an old friend.
Waterproofing the ledger board is a critical step in preventing moisture damage and ensuring the structural integrity of a deck over time. To fully protect this essential component, the makers of Trex® Seal™ Ledger Tape have introduced a new butyl tape engineered specifically for use beneath the ledger board. Measuring 22 inches wide, Trex® Seal™ […]
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