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Choose the right fasteners for DIY home projects

We choose fasteners that are designed for our DIY home improvement projects and job site work. Obvious? Sure. Except, not…

1 year ago

When is remodeling an older deck a safe choice?

A deck remodel can be a safe choice when the structure is sound. Here's how to tell if a remodel…

3 years ago

How-to: Frame a wall

Here's how I frame a wall, and make the process fast, accurate, and fun.   There are some tips that…

4 years ago

How to remove a dog door and cover the opening.

Removing a dog door is more than just taking it out. There's a gaping hole where the door used to…

5 years ago

Want to build a pergola into your deck? Check out this how-to and video.

When you build a pergola into a deck design, it's a "gateway to awesome," adding design and functional features that…

6 years ago

How to build a deck video series: Part 3

How to Build a Deck Video Series part 3 focuses on some finer points of decking, stairs and rails. Here's…

6 years ago

How to build a deck video series, Part 2

This is Part 2 of the How to Build a Deck video series. The focus: Joists, hardware, and guard posts.…

6 years ago

How to build a deck video series: Part 1 of 3

I've been building decks for a few decades, and have developed a system: top-down framing. So here's how to build…

6 years ago

Building a Deck: How to install guard posts

Building a deck? Watch this VIDEO for tips on installing the guard posts quickly and effectively. https://youtu.be/ZRol1IQl8Fs Layout. Guard posts…

6 years ago

How to attach the ledger board when building a deck

One of the most important connections when you build a deck is the ledger board.  Check out the steps to…

6 years ago