http://www.instructables.com Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:13:46 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/50-fire-pit-using-concrete-tree-rings/
$50 fire pit using concrete tree rings. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F03/6H49/HHS9LRP2/F036H49HHS9LRP2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F03/6H49/HHS9LRP2/F036H49HHS9LRP2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F03/6H49/HHS9LRP2/F036H49HHS9LRP2.SMALL.jpg dewey302 We recently moved from the remote north-woods of  Wisconsin where large lakeside fire pits were simply dug into the ground and lined with large rocks creating great campfires.  We now live in a residential neighborhood in  the Central Valley of CA.    Campfires here are confined to  well defined con...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 16 Jun 2013 20:08:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-a-24-x-20-deck-on-steep-slope/
Building a 24' x 20' deck on steep slope - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FST/0BYV/HHS9A07N/FST0BYVHHS9A07N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FST/0BYV/HHS9A07N/FST0BYVHHS9A07N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FST/0BYV/HHS9A07N/FST0BYVHHS9A07N.SMALL.jpg damienrv TOOLS:                                                                                                                                                                                      SHOVEL, WHEEL BARREL, STRING, PLUMBBOB, SQUARE, 5 GAL BUCKET, HAMMER SCREW GUN, MITER SAW, DRILL PRESS, I USED A...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 14 Jun 2013 09:06:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/how-to-build-a-nice-little-custom-deck/
how to build a nice little custom deck - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8K/742S/H8RK8G8A/F8K742SH8RK8G8A.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8K/742S/H8RK8G8A/F8K742SH8RK8G8A.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8K/742S/H8RK8G8A/F8K742SH8RK8G8A.SMALL.jpg damienrv Ok this is an instructable that may help you create or finish that deck or level pad you wanted. this was built in 1 1/2 days.  First find an area for your deck, then get an idea on the height you would like it to be.                                                                                   ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 11 Jun 2013 04:47:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/I-Love-Papercrete/
I Love Papercrete - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTN/U3SR/HHOFWMDB/FTNU3SRHHOFWMDB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTN/U3SR/HHOFWMDB/FTNU3SRHHOFWMDB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTN/U3SR/HHOFWMDB/FTNU3SRHHOFWMDB.SMALL.jpg spike3579 Papercrete??  What’s that??  That’s the response I always get when I’m describing my favorite building material.  Not surprising since it occupies a spot in that backwater known as ‘alternative building materials’.  Papercrete is just what it sounds like actually.  It’s concrete made with paper.  I...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 Jun 2013 08:02:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Carpenter-themed-fathers-day-coat-rack/
Carpenter themed fathers day coat rack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/V1G0/HHMI8EEP/F6PV1G0HHMI8EEP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/V1G0/HHMI8EEP/F6PV1G0HHMI8EEP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/V1G0/HHMI8EEP/F6PV1G0HHMI8EEP.SMALL.jpg coolbeansbaby68 This is my coat rack i made with a carpenter theme. For the wood i used a 1x12x6 oak board,Five claw hammers and two quick squares. Materials (1) 1x12x6 piece of red oak (2) Five  claw hammers (3) Two quick squares Cutting The oak wood boards Step 1 ~ I decided to cut the oak  rack boards 9 ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 7 Jun 2013 06:41:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Vibrant-Fence-Project/
Vibrant Fence Project - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHA/B1TZ/HHJOCW8I/FHAB1TZHHJOCW8I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHA/B1TZ/HHJOCW8I/FHAB1TZHHJOCW8I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHA/B1TZ/HHJOCW8I/FHAB1TZHHJOCW8I.SMALL.jpg miamitreasure * Update 6/5 * Thanks to all of you who voted up my Project. Little did I know this would go so great A shout out to 'BeachBum Living" on Youtube, he was my inspiration for this. Visit his great Restoration Page. Thanks again ! **********888 I wanted to brighten up my pool area, and thought I woul...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 4 Jun 2013 20:48:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Paint-Roller-Spinner/
Paint Roller Spinner - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW7/E2TC/HH2VO7TI/FW7E2TCHH2VO7TI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW7/E2TC/HH2VO7TI/FW7E2TCHH2VO7TI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW7/E2TC/HH2VO7TI/FW7E2TCHH2VO7TI.SMALL.jpg cbdave     I was recently painting a room when the paint roller I was using came apart. So instead of throwing it out I decided to make a Paint Roller Spinner for cleaning rollers that I could chuck into a drill.     You use it like the store bought ones by washing the roller and then spinning it out in a ...
By: cbdave

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 2 Jun 2013 01:11:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Vintage-Looking-Wall-Hanger/
Vintage Looking Wall Hanger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCC/I8KM/HH2VJIY6/FCCI8KMHH2VJIY6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCC/I8KM/HH2VJIY6/FCCI8KMHH2VJIY6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCC/I8KM/HH2VJIY6/FCCI8KMHH2VJIY6.SMALL.jpg tileguy24  I have built a few of these and thought they would be a perfect project for my first instructable.  They look great and are fairly simple to make. Materials You will need: a 3x5 wood plaque (available at Michaels or JoAnne fabrics), a drill with an 11/64 bit and a 1/2 bit, 100 grit sandpaper, ac...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 May 2013 15:46:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-install-a-structured-wiring-enclosure/
How to install a structured wiring enclosure - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOH/KIL5/HFWSTNTQ/FOHKIL5HFWSTNTQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOH/KIL5/HFWSTNTQ/FOHKIL5HFWSTNTQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOH/KIL5/HFWSTNTQ/FOHKIL5HFWSTNTQ.SMALL.jpg dsayed My home had a small wiring enclosure in the hall closet. It contained a mess of telephone cable and coax for cable TV. It turned out that the phone cable was actually Cat-5 going to each phone outlet and I wanted to use this to distribute wired Internet to the outlets and in some rooms have wired In...
By: dsayed

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Apr 2013 12:12:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Closets-with-sliding-barn-style-doors/
Closets with sliding barn-style doors - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFL/7ZUP/HEBN7Y3D/FFL7ZUPHEBN7Y3D.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFL/7ZUP/HEBN7Y3D/FFL7ZUPHEBN7Y3D.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFL/7ZUP/HEBN7Y3D/FFL7ZUPHEBN7Y3D.SMALL.jpg mjp5147 We had a huge room, taking up the whole second story, with no closets. It was time to build his and her closets so we could put some actual use to the spare bedroom downstairs. Pick Locations For Your New Closet(s) In our case the 2 corners were the best place to put the closets. At first we wer...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 16 Mar 2013 07:40:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Indestructible-Organization/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/6KUT/HE0810L0/F7L6KUTHE0810L0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/6KUT/HE0810L0/F7L6KUTHE0810L0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/6KUT/HE0810L0/F7L6KUTHE0810L0.SMALL.jpg HartKyle83 I at times can be the most unorganized man in America.  Because I know this and because I am a thinker and a creator, I some times overcome my disorganization.  In this most recent instance I have created a hand toll organizer that never fails.  You can't mess it up even if you try.  
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 13 Mar 2013 21:40:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wood-Stove-and-Stove-Pipe-Installation/
Wood Stove and Stove Pipe Installation - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGH/429W/HDOW3XAK/FGH429WHDOW3XAK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGH/429W/HDOW3XAK/FGH429WHDOW3XAK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGH/429W/HDOW3XAK/FGH429WHDOW3XAK.SMALL.jpg rockford_chimney We were glad to help a friend of Rockford Chimney Supply's, Dennis, hook up his Napoleon 1100 free standing, leg model wood burning stove in his man cave. A napoleon wood burning stove is a great way to cut down on heating and energy costs. Dennis had a 900 square foot area to heat, but the Napoleon...
By: rockford_chimney

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 5 Mar 2013 16:56:08 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Architectural-Gingerbread/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN5/ZHH4/HCV8X1FQ/FN5ZHH4HCV8X1FQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN5/ZHH4/HCV8X1FQ/FN5ZHH4HCV8X1FQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN5/ZHH4/HCV8X1FQ/FN5ZHH4HCV8X1FQ.SMALL.jpg Lord of The Things First I googled some pics of Architectural Gingerbread so I could get a rough idea of what I want.  With a felt pen I drew out my design on some extra thick scrap plywood.  I then drilled some holes to make it easier to cut with a jig/saber saw. To make sure my patterns were correctly repeated and r...
By: Lord of The Things

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 Feb 2013 15:26:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Laudible-Laminate-Fearless-Formicaing-or-How-to-/
Laudable Laminate, Fearless Formica'ing or Countertop Replacement - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/RKJO/H5408M0V/F96RKJOH5408M0V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/RKJO/H5408M0V/F96RKJOH5408M0V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/RKJO/H5408M0V/F96RKJOH5408M0V.SMALL.jpg kuhldad This adventure in DIY started with a yardsale find of a kitchen island without a top. The island was a lot nicer than the contractor- grade island in our kitchen and much more accessible innards. After several trips to our favorite second-hand home improvement stores 50 miles on either end of our pe...
By: kuhldad

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Feb 2013 09:08:39 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Dutch-Door/
Build a Dutch-Door! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F50/UA1I/HD7U0KZO/F50UA1IHD7U0KZO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F50/UA1I/HD7U0KZO/F50UA1IHD7U0KZO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F50/UA1I/HD7U0KZO/F50UA1IHD7U0KZO.SMALL.jpg bennelson This instructable will show you how to build a "Dutch Door". Why a Dutch Door?  For starters, I've always thought Dutch Doors were just plain pretty cool! Not only that, but they are extremely functional to let air and light between rooms, while still preventing movement of people and animal...
By: bennelson

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 22 Feb 2013 16:13:21 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Bathroom-Remodeling/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/LVXP/GS8OSU0G/FZRLVXPGS8OSU0G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/LVXP/GS8OSU0G/FZRLVXPGS8OSU0G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/LVXP/GS8OSU0G/FZRLVXPGS8OSU0G.SMALL.jpg zazenergy "Bathroom Remodeling" gives you the complete step-by-step instructions for 17 different bathroom projects. Learn to adjust your shower head, make perfect tile mosaics, install bathroom hardware and much more.  All projects come from Instructables.com, are written by our creative community, and conta...
By: zazenergy

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Sep 2011 10:31:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Safe-Scaffolding-for-painting-above-an-attached-ga/
Safe Scaffolding for painting above an attached garage. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F30/LIQ9/HCB8F2EX/F30LIQ9HCB8F2EX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F30/LIQ9/HCB8F2EX/F30LIQ9HCB8F2EX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F30/LIQ9/HCB8F2EX/F30LIQ9HCB8F2EX.SMALL.jpg old_alex The pictured setup is over 20 years old. In my previous job as an R&D engineer for a government research lab the geek quotient was way up there. When you did a job at home and came up with an idea you would take pictures and bring them in to show others.  I live near the coast and salt spray makes y...
By: old_alex

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 29 Jan 2013 11:30:43 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Chimney-Liner-Installation-Step-By-Step-Guide/
Chimney Liner Installation: Step-By-Step Guide - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP0/CLTM/HCB8SLLQ/FP0CLTMHCB8SLLQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP0/CLTM/HCB8SLLQ/FP0CLTMHCB8SLLQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP0/CLTM/HCB8SLLQ/FP0CLTMHCB8SLLQ.SMALL.jpg rockford_chimney Installing a stainless steel chimney liner is an easy and economical way to repair a deteriorated, unsafe, or inefficient chimney flue. You will be able to install a chimney liner after reading this instructable and you can do the job with common household tools. A chimney liner should be installed ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 Jan 2013 07:42:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Clean-Surfaces-with-TSP/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH4/KO6W/H63P41U5/FH4KO6WH63P41U5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH4/KO6W/H63P41U5/FH4KO6WH63P41U5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH4/KO6W/H63P41U5/FH4KO6WH63P41U5.SMALL.jpg The Family Handyman Before you start painting with your new color, you'll need to clean the surface so that paint will better adhere to the wall. We've got something that can help you clean those walls quickly, without too much effort. We advise taking a sponge and trisodium phosphate cleaner (or TSP substitute) to was...
By: The Family Handyman

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 Jan 2013 14:36:03 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Locating-Floor-Joists-under-Carpet/
Locating Floor Joists under Carpet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ7/FGJ2/HC3QC8AW/FZ7FGJ2HC3QC8AW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ7/FGJ2/HC3QC8AW/FZ7FGJ2HC3QC8AW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ7/FGJ2/HC3QC8AW/FZ7FGJ2HC3QC8AW.SMALL.jpg Phil B I want to know where the floor joists are inside a small closet because I may need to make an additional trap door to access the crawl space nearby under our kitchen. We have had a frozen waterpipe there and I want to check for damage to the pipe, as well as do what is necessary to keep it from free...
By: Phil B

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 Jan 2013 16:46:32 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Inside-hanging-clothes-rack/
How to make a inside hanging clothes rack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Z/Y2MT/HC3PR9UL/F3ZY2MTHC3PR9UL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Z/Y2MT/HC3PR9UL/F3ZY2MTHC3PR9UL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Z/Y2MT/HC3PR9UL/F3ZY2MTHC3PR9UL.SMALL.jpg coolbeansbaby68   My wife is a big fan of Pinterest.com .She came across this same  idea which someone used  a cut down apple picking ladder . So i decided to make one for our laundry room. rack dimension Illistration Building the rack 1st- I bought a 1x8x8 pine board.I  I then cut it to 4 foot long. 2nd- ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 Jan 2013 08:47:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/New-Years-Resolution-Guide-Organization/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMV/8ERH/HBUZEYOS/FMV8ERHHBUZEYOS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMV/8ERH/HBUZEYOS/FMV8ERHHBUZEYOS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMV/8ERH/HBUZEYOS/FMV8ERHHBUZEYOS.SMALL.jpg GorillazMiko With everything being so expensive today, I can understand why "save more money" or "spend less money" was on your New Year's resolution list. Maybe you even threw "stay organized" on there too. We here at Instructables know you did. Below you will find out to update and keep your home organized at...
By: GorillazMiko

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 15 Jan 2013 14:59:25 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Install-a-Glass-Block-Window/
How To Install a Glass Block Window - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDN/BG4Y/H672WPBC/FDNBG4YH672WPBC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDN/BG4Y/H672WPBC/FDNBG4YH672WPBC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDN/BG4Y/H672WPBC/FDNBG4YH672WPBC.SMALL.jpg The Family Handyman Glass block windows are a great way to add elegance to your bathroom. Not only are they stylish, but also very concealing. The one trouble is that they can be very hard to install without the right tools and knowledge. This instructable will explain the process! For more bathroom remodeling ideas c...
By: The Family Handyman

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 17 Jan 2013 13:24:27 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Sealing-Concrete-Countertops-More/
Sealing Concrete Countertops + More - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F68/8M5F/HAWSGU95/F688M5FHAWSGU95.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F68/8M5F/HAWSGU95/F688M5FHAWSGU95.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F68/8M5F/HAWSGU95/F688M5FHAWSGU95.SMALL.jpg CHENG Concrete This Instructable will demonstrate how to seal concrete countertops and other large scale projects using CHENG Concrete Countertop Sealer. The goal of any sealer is to protect the concrete. Concrete is porous, just like a sponge. The purpose of a sealer is to fill all of the holes in the concrete a...
By: CHENG Concrete

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 Jan 2013 14:06:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Bathroom-Linoleum-flooring-replacement-project/
Bathroom Linoleum flooring replacement project - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F25/EX9C/HBUZGNKN/F25EX9CHBUZGNKN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F25/EX9C/HBUZGNKN/F25EX9CHBUZGNKN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F25/EX9C/HBUZGNKN/F25EX9CHBUZGNKN.SMALL.jpg osunderdog When we moved into our house in 2006, we had a lot of changes that we wanted to make.  Windows, carpet, painting, etc.  One adjustment that has been on hold for a while it to replace the linoleum in our master bathroom. It was worn and had a few marks in it that looked like a hot tire had been place...
By: osunderdog

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 Jan 2013 16:20:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Sell-Your-Home-1/
How to Sell Your Home - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBZ/QIH3/HAQ3A84S/FBZQIH3HAQ3A84S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBZ/QIH3/HAQ3A84S/FBZQIH3HAQ3A84S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBZ/QIH3/HAQ3A84S/FBZQIH3HAQ3A84S.SMALL.jpg Ninzerbean I just sold my home in this awful market and I believe how I went about making that happen will benefit you. I made a lot of mistakes along with the things I did right - you'll  benefit from what I learned, and hopefully will end up where you want to be, when you want to be there, and without nerve ...
By: Ninzerbean

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 2 Jan 2013 05:39:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Curved-Wooden-Fence/
Build a Curved Wooden Fence - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQO/ZBWO/GY4RTO8K/FQOZBWOGY4RTO8K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQO/ZBWO/GY4RTO8K/FQOZBWOGY4RTO8K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQO/ZBWO/GY4RTO8K/FQOZBWOGY4RTO8K.SMALL.jpg HandyLandy Okay this is the conversation I had with my wife while discussing me possibly building a fence.  What she wanted: The mailbox and the lamp post to be outside the fence. Comfortable for our neighbors to lean on  or set a drink while they chat with us. Just high enough that the dogs won't be tempted ...
By: HandyLandy

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 Feb 2012 14:56:03 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Replacing-metal-Crittall-single-glazing-with-doubl/
How to replace a window - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4O/6YXY/H9G17CE4/F4O6YXYH9G17CE4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4O/6YXY/H9G17CE4/F4O6YXYH9G17CE4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4O/6YXY/H9G17CE4/F4O6YXYH9G17CE4.SMALL.jpg tim_n This instructable comes in a UK based Metric Flavour. In the UK, you also need building control approval for the installation of windows - you only need someone to come out and review the windows when you're done. These are my first two, I'm not an expert and if I've done something you'd consider ...
By: tim_n

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Nov 2012 07:17:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Keep-your-basement-dry-with-stacked-sump-pumps/
Keep your basement dry with stacked sump pumps - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJI/0MU3/H8LVX5WC/FJI0MU3H8LVX5WC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJI/0MU3/H8LVX5WC/FJI0MU3H8LVX5WC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJI/0MU3/H8LVX5WC/FJI0MU3H8LVX5WC.SMALL.jpg kabira I did this project last year when hurricane Irene hit our area in late August of 2011.  I live in an area where even heavy rain would cause flooding in the basements.  The sump pumps work hard to keep us dry most of the time.  I learned my lesson during hurricane Floyd in the late 90s that sometime ...
By: kabira

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 31 Oct 2012 17:31:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wagner-Power-Painter-Replacement-Cup/
Wagner Power Painter Replacement Cup - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOQ/CPDA/H82UI43H/FOQCPDAH82UI43H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOQ/CPDA/H82UI43H/FOQCPDAH82UI43H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOQ/CPDA/H82UI43H/FOQCPDAH82UI43H.SMALL.jpg JoeWirth I got myself a Wagner Power Painter Max second hand for $8.  It was completely clogged up, but I got it to work after some good cleaning. Unfortunately the cup for the paint was missing.  I contacted Wagner and the nearest Parts store is about a 1000km away from where I live. $4 Part = $50 Shipping...
By: JoeWirth

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 12 Oct 2012 17:29:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-finish-the-inside-of-a-12-x-20-cabin-on-a-b/
How to finish the inside of a 12 x 20 cabin on a budget - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/YQEJ/H82U7VXM/F92YQEJH82U7VXM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/YQEJ/H82U7VXM/F92YQEJH82U7VXM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F92/YQEJ/H82U7VXM/F92YQEJH82U7VXM.SMALL.jpg coolbeansbaby68 Finishing the inside of the cabin with my budget was a little trying at times. Running the electric line First thing i had to do was to dig a trench 50 feet.  Then i Ran 12/2 uf   underground wire through 3/4 inch conduit from the panel box in the garage to the junction box in the cabin. ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Oct 2012 03:51:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Remodeling-Installing-TG-Flooring/
Remodeling: Installing T&G Flooring - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXP/PNDG/H82U7Y8J/FXPPNDGH82U7Y8J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXP/PNDG/H82U7Y8J/FXPPNDGH82U7Y8J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXP/PNDG/H82U7Y8J/FXPPNDGH82U7Y8J.SMALL.jpg bwrussell This is part three of my series of projects I encountered when remodeling my kitchen. All of the Instructables can be viewed in my Kitchen Remodeling Guide. (Coming Soon!) In this part the old linoleum and carpet floors in the kitchen and dining room are removed in favor of a wood-laminate tounge a...
By: bwrussell

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 10 Oct 2012 22:49:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Refinish-and-Stain-Wood-Siding/
Refinish and Stain Wood Siding - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSB/ZHRK/H994NEO2/FSBZHRKH994NEO2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSB/ZHRK/H994NEO2/FSBZHRKH994NEO2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSB/ZHRK/H994NEO2/FSBZHRKH994NEO2.SMALL.jpg dbc1218 Update November 2012:  I have finished staining the house and have added the final pictures! Last year I bought a house, my first house.  I had been looking at houses for over a year and finally found this small house in a nice neighborhood that is very close to my work.  Actually its so close I wa...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Oct 2012 20:31:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Change-your-countertop-and-upgrade-on-the-cheap/
Change your countertop and upgrade on the cheap! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHU/BH06/H6MEVQUT/FHUBH06H6MEVQUT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHU/BH06/H6MEVQUT/FHUBH06H6MEVQUT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHU/BH06/H6MEVQUT/FHUBH06H6MEVQUT.SMALL.jpg SlickSqueegie I recently moved into a rental house. it was completely re-done including the counter-top... the problem, is that the counter top was done so terribly that after a month of normal use it was bubbling at the corner seam pulling from the wall not completely caulked all the way.... So with the landlord...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 4 Sep 2012 15:20:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/CRT-to-Planter-Upcycle-Introduction-Materials/
CRT to Planter Upcycle: Introduction & Materials - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5A/ZEQX/H5TVAWV7/F5AZEQXH5TVAWV7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5A/ZEQX/H5TVAWV7/F5AZEQXH5TVAWV7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5A/ZEQX/H5TVAWV7/F5AZEQXH5TVAWV7.SMALL.jpg Denizpa Hi Folks! If your reading right now its hopefully because your interested in upcycling an old CRT computer monitor into something like you see above. This project is GREEN in quite a few ways including the fact that your creating something to grow flowers out of. CRT monitors are very bulky and as ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 Aug 2012 10:10:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Remodeling-Refreshing-Kitchen-Cabinets/
Remodeling: Refreshing Kitchen Cabinets - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIV/225T/H71GLODZ/FIV225TH71GLODZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIV/225T/H71GLODZ/FIV225TH71GLODZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIV/225T/H71GLODZ/FIV225TH71GLODZ.SMALL.jpg bwrussell This is part two of my series on projects I encountered when remodeling my kitchen. All of the Instructables can be viewed in my Kitchen Remodeling Guide. (Coming Soon!) In this part we give the kitchen a fresh new look by painting and replacing the hardware on the cupboards and cabinets. (There ar...
By: bwrussell

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 12 Sep 2012 23:53:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Concrete-Side-Walk/
Concrete Sidewalk or Pavement - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYO/LAFB/H6S41KG4/FYOLAFBH6S41KG4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYO/LAFB/H6S41KG4/FYOLAFBH6S41KG4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYO/LAFB/H6S41KG4/FYOLAFBH6S41KG4.SMALL.jpg sunshiine We are in the middle of home renovation. We recently poured a concrete sidewalk to help keep down on the dirt that gets tracked through the house and reduce the worn paths through our yard. We are also landscaping our yard. It cost a lot to have someone pour concrete and it is quite a savings to d...
By: sunshiine

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 9 Sep 2012 05:33:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Disappearing-Shower-Curtain-for-small-bathrooms/
Disappearing Shower Curtain for small bathrooms - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR1/LXO2/H6MF3K1A/FR1LXO2H6MF3K1A.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR1/LXO2/H6MF3K1A/FR1LXO2H6MF3K1A.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR1/LXO2/H6MF3K1A/FR1LXO2H6MF3K1A.SMALL.jpg rosannemck For years, I wanted an ensuite off our master bedroom. Then I won a free bathroom from Mico Wakefield in a competition! But the space I had was very small and had to be multi-purpose (read the story in the Homestyle magazine at http://www.homestyle.co.nz/renovations/ensuite-chimney). The last thing...
By: rosannemck

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 8 Sep 2012 22:43:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Room-Storage-Organization-System/
Room Storage & Organization System - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4H/NWPD/H6735HR0/F4HNWPDH6735HR0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4H/NWPD/H6735HR0/F4HNWPDH6735HR0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4H/NWPD/H6735HR0/F4HNWPDH6735HR0.SMALL.jpg bigern00 Several years ago when my daughter was born, my wife and I decided that we wanted her room to be modular and flexible enough to grow with her through the years.  I have seen similar mounting rails used in Craftsman style bungalows to hang pictures (without banging nails into the beautiful paneling),...
By: bigern00

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 7 Sep 2012 17:56:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Upgrading-a-room-floor-with-self-adhesive-Vinyl-/
Upgrading a room floor with self adhesive Vinyl floor Planks with the help of Hydraulic car jack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIA/2Q5D/H672X1PL/FIA2Q5DH672X1PL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIA/2Q5D/H672X1PL/FIA2Q5DH672X1PL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIA/2Q5D/H672X1PL/FIA2Q5DH672X1PL.SMALL.jpg 786Ayesha Thank you very much for posting this fix and improve contest which made us  to do our guest room so quickly.We  have been postponing this for the last two years and finally done with it.If not for this contest  I guess we wouldn't have done it this summer too. Here is my next  Instructables...... as...
By: 786Ayesha

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 Aug 2012 13:12:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Broken-Tile-Mosaic-Counter/
Broken Tile Mosaic Counter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZY/L9IQ/H6739LZH/FZYL9IQH6739LZH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZY/L9IQ/H6739LZH/FZYL9IQH6739LZH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZY/L9IQ/H6739LZH/FZYL9IQH6739LZH.SMALL.jpg Thinkenstein This tile job improved the appearance and cleanliness of my old cement kitchen counter.    It was made with free discarded tiles from friends and the local hardware store.   The darker grout looks good with the lighter tiles, and the color helps camouflage the mold that   invariably grows on damp su...
By: Thinkenstein

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 29 Aug 2012 08:59:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Build-a-12x20-Cabin-on-a-Budget/
How to Build a 12x20 Cabin on a Budget - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F66/9277/H6730I5M/F669277H6730I5M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F66/9277/H6730I5M/F669277H6730I5M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F66/9277/H6730I5M/F669277H6730I5M.SMALL.jpg coolbeansbaby68  I wanted to have a cabin on my property for quite some time now but with the economy, The prices of having one built has more than doubled... So i had to build it myself . Six years ago i bought a 12x16 shed from a well known company by where i live. It cost 2,000.00 for them to build it and drop i...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 29 Aug 2012 05:38:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Complete-Bathroom-Renovation/
Complete Bathroom Renovation - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEP/WR1L/H5TVB02K/FEPWR1LH5TVB02K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEP/WR1L/H5TVB02K/FEPWR1LH5TVB02K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEP/WR1L/H5TVB02K/FEPWR1LH5TVB02K.SMALL.jpg woldini This is a small bathroom but it needed a complete overhaul to save it from 'just plain ugly' - a designer's nightmare. From the floors to the walls to the lighting, everything had to be done. I wanted to do it myself to save money on labor. This did not help me save time by any means. I have tiled ...
By: woldini

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 26 Aug 2012 16:33:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fabric-Formed-Posts/
Fabric Formed Posts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDD/4YZA/H5R9EZAJ/FDD4YZAH5R9EZAJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDD/4YZA/H5R9EZAJ/FDD4YZAH5R9EZAJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDD/4YZA/H5R9EZAJ/FDD4YZAH5R9EZAJ.SMALL.jpg velacreations Fabric forming is one of the easiest and cheapest ways to form concrete. Instead of time consuming and costly wooden or metal forms, you use little more than a plastic or similar fabric. The end result is not only aesthetically beautiful, it is also stronger, because it lends itself to rounded shape...
By: velacreations

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 Aug 2012 11:07:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Installing-a-TV-in-a-sauna/
Installing a TV in a sauna - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQI/04JX/H5R9EXZ4/FQI04JXH5R9EXZ4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQI/04JX/H5R9EXZ4/FQI04JXH5R9EXZ4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQI/04JX/H5R9EXZ4/FQI04JXH5R9EXZ4.SMALL.jpg replayreb My brother decided he wanted a sauna in his new house so I convinced him to let me also install a TV and sound system in it to make the heat and humidity a little more bearable :) In the original house plans there was a large storage closet off the garage where the back wall of the closet actual...
By: replayreb

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 Aug 2012 21:42:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Drill-DustSand-Tray-wall-drilling/
Drill Dust/Sand Tray (wall drilling) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZO/I9K0/H5JVOOGB/FZOI9K0H5JVOOGB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZO/I9K0/H5JVOOGB/FZOI9K0H5JVOOGB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZO/I9K0/H5JVOOGB/FZOI9K0H5JVOOGB.SMALL.jpg londobali I've been using this trick since a couple of years now, I don't know if it's a common practice or maybe even a patented product is available to buy, but i thought i'll share it anyway.. This is a very simple trick to have less cleaning up to do after drilling house (internal) walls.. You might need...
By: londobali

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 Aug 2012 07:22:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Rapidobe-a-cheap-way-to-build-walls-retaining-w/
Rapidobe - a cheap way to build walls, retaining walls, benches and shelves - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/8DGY/H5ENQ99N/FRH8DGYH5ENQ99N.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/8DGY/H5ENQ99N/FRH8DGYH5ENQ99N.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/8DGY/H5ENQ99N/FRH8DGYH5ENQ99N.SMALL.jpg velacreations Rapidobe is a form of construction of our own devising. The idea comes from the simplicity of earthbags, but made faster, cheaper and easier. You can use any dirt, even if it has rocks in it, making it a great option for almost any terrain. This method can be used for walls, for holding back dirt in...
By: velacreations

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Aug 2012 09:59:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Built-in-wardrobe/
Built-in wardrobe - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTJ/49IR/H5F2Z9NO/FTJ49IRH5F2Z9NO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTJ/49IR/H5F2Z9NO/FTJ49IRH5F2Z9NO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTJ/49IR/H5F2Z9NO/FTJ49IRH5F2Z9NO.SMALL.jpg makendo Built-in wardrobes are good inexpensive renovations that get you lots of additional storage space. They're pretty simple to build, and make a good project for someone wanting to develop their DIY skills. You'll get experience in how to frame a wall, how to put up drywall, how to plaster, and how to ...
By: makendo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Aug 2012 09:22:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Caulk/
How to Caulk - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTO/V49D/H5E9PXP4/FTOV49DH5E9PXP4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTO/V49D/H5E9PXP4/FTOV49DH5E9PXP4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTO/V49D/H5E9PXP4/FTOV49DH5E9PXP4.SMALL.jpg machoturtle I recently noticed that our bathtub had no caulk around it, it had been caulked before but since then it has all worn off... Anyway it's time for more caulk, and I thought I'd make an Instructable on it. What You'll Need 1. a caulk tube 2. a caulk gun 3. some paper towels you can pick up both a ...
By: machoturtle

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 Aug 2012 13:51:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Remodeling-Removing-a-Wall/
Remodeling: Removing a Wall - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F68/3BLW/H4AFZOML/F683BLWH4AFZOML.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F68/3BLW/H4AFZOML/F683BLWH4AFZOML.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F68/3BLW/H4AFZOML/F683BLWH4AFZOML.SMALL.jpg bwrussell The first in my series of remodeling Instructables that cover some common projects I encountered when remodeling my kitchen. All of the Instructables can be viewed in my Kitchen Remodeling Guide (Coming Soon). In this part we tear down a couple of non-load bearing walls. In some cases Repeat(Sledge...
By: bwrussell

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