http://www.instructables.com Sat, 2 Jun 2012 12:46:36 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-a-fence-gate/
Building a fence gate - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/OM95/F8DOU5EQ/FV0OM95F8DOU5EQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/OM95/F8DOU5EQ/FV0OM95F8DOU5EQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/OM95/F8DOU5EQ/FV0OM95F8DOU5EQ.SMALL.jpg dentsinger I provide a basic overview of building a wooden gate for a privacy fence. Materials needed This ible will be somewhat generalized due to everyone's varied preferences in size and material. Generally speaking though, it's safe to assume you'll need the following to accomplish this. Tools: 24" le...
By: dentsinger

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 31 Oct 2007 08:59:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Build-Stairs/
How to Build Stairs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYD/0LFS/FB7FPQXO/FYD0LFSFB7FPQXO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYD/0LFS/FB7FPQXO/FYD0LFSFB7FPQXO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYD/0LFS/FB7FPQXO/FYD0LFSFB7FPQXO.SMALL.jpg chaoscampbell Stairs, staircases and steps can very in many different ways. I'm going to attempt to explain how to build a staircase with general staircase information, to make it informational to any size or shape and any "would-be" stair builder. The most important thing to remember in staircase construction i...
By: chaoscampbell

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 Jan 2008 09:32:44 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Extreme-Loft-Conversion/
Extreme Loft Conversion - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5K/RWJ3/GZACJ7BU/F5KRWJ3GZACJ7BU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5K/RWJ3/GZACJ7BU/F5KRWJ3GZACJ7BU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5K/RWJ3/GZACJ7BU/F5KRWJ3GZACJ7BU.SMALL.jpg DrWilson Around 8 months ago I was offered an opportunity every child would wish for, an opportunity that I could not say no to, nor waste any time on beginning. The opportunity was to undertake a relativity large loft conversion that was small on budget. But if that wasn't enough of a challenge for you then...
By: DrWilson

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Mar 2012 14:20:06 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cement-Dome-Garage/
Cement Dome Garage - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR2/0KI6/GZPZMLE0/FR20KI6GZPZMLE0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR2/0KI6/GZPZMLE0/FR20KI6GZPZMLE0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR2/0KI6/GZPZMLE0/FR20KI6GZPZMLE0.SMALL.jpg Thinkenstein My old garage was too low for my latest vehicle to fit through the door.  I decided to do a more tried-and-true design with a simple dome, using rebar and nylon-cement (nylon fishnet and cement).   The floor slopes a little, so I can roll out of the garage before starting up the engine.  One avoids...
By: Thinkenstein

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 15 Mar 2012 06:45:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Project-Coraline-Build-an-attic-door-w-skeleton-/
Project Coraline: Build an attic door w/ skeleton lock - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/NSRZ/GY4RA8PY/FVCNSRZGY4RA8PY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/NSRZ/GY4RA8PY/FVCNSRZGY4RA8PY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/NSRZ/GY4RA8PY/FVCNSRZGY4RA8PY.SMALL.jpg dennisjudd For the past 6 years that we’ve been living here our daughters room has been blasting hot in the summer and freezing cold in the winter. The reason why is because she has an attic door in her closet wall that lets you reach the first floor attic space. And by door I mean a piece of crud left over 1/...
By: dennisjudd

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 Feb 2012 13:10:56 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-PLYWOOD-FLOORS/
DIY PLYWOOD FLOORS - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/XAOZ/GWTIJU6H/FL7XAOZGWTIJU6H.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/XAOZ/GWTIJU6H/FL7XAOZGWTIJU6H.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/XAOZ/GWTIJU6H/FL7XAOZGWTIJU6H.SMALL.jpg jdfnola I love my house. It's a classic New Orleans shotgun. Over 100 years old, it was made by craftsmen who really knew how to build things to last. There was an addition (back bedroom and bathroom) put on when the house was refurbished shortly before Hurricane Katrina. The addition was built competently,...
By: jdfnola

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 31 Dec 2011 20:02:33 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Create-a-shower-spa-for-a-few-bucks./
Create a shower spa for a few bucks. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQL/BHM6/2UXEPD7R0U0/FQLBHM62UXEPD7R0U0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQL/BHM6/2UXEPD7R0U0/FQLBHM62UXEPD7R0U0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQL/BHM6/2UXEPD7R0U0/FQLBHM62UXEPD7R0U0.SMALL.jpg impulse94 Create a pleasant, rain-like shower "head". I have tried several different (and expensive!) shower heads, but none of them gave me the spread pattern and coverage I wanted. Doing some other projects with PVC pipe, I hit upon this idea. Parts You will need: 1/2 inch PVC pipe (12 to 24 inches) 1/...
By: impulse94

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 9 Jul 2006 11:35:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-a-wooden-deck-over-a-concrete-one/
Building a wooden deck over a concrete one - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE0/FBVH/GSUT2SBA/FE0FBVHGSUT2SBA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE0/FBVH/GSUT2SBA/FE0FBVHGSUT2SBA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE0/FBVH/GSUT2SBA/FE0FBVHGSUT2SBA.SMALL.jpg David Catriel So we've had this very sturdy but extremely plain looking concrete porch in the back of the house, and we've always wanted to make it warmer and more inviting. The obvious solution, to us, was to replace it with a wooden one. Wood is by far warmer and better looking than concrete, and if you maintai...
By: David Catriel

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 1 Oct 2011 18:15:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Living-Roof-Green-Roof/
Build a Living Roof / Green Roof - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWR/2VRY/GSUT1B2A/FWR2VRYGSUT1B2A.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWR/2VRY/GSUT1B2A/FWR2VRYGSUT1B2A.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWR/2VRY/GSUT1B2A/FWR2VRYGSUT1B2A.SMALL.jpg billytkid Make a normal flat or sloped roof into a beautiful living garden. While redeveloping our house we decided to install a living roof on our kitchen roof, why you ask.. well..: 1. I liked the idea of having a bit more greenery in the property (we live in central London) 2. We wanted somewhere for some...
By: billytkid

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 24 Sep 2011 02:35:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Build-A-Ball-Pit-On-Your-Balcony/
How to Build A Ball Pit On Your Balcony - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSF/2GE7/GSOEN1QL/FSF2GE7GSOEN1QL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSF/2GE7/GSOEN1QL/FSF2GE7GSOEN1QL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSF/2GE7/GSOEN1QL/FSF2GE7GSOEN1QL.SMALL.jpg kevinjameshunt A lot of people have asked me “Why would you, as an adult, want to own a ball pit?” And the answer every time is “because of this xkcd comic.” There’s something about a ball pit that just screams PURE FUN. You cant sit in a ball pit and not smile. It’s like you turn to jello and float on plastic bub...
By: kevinjameshunt

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Sep 2011 11:05:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Rainforest-Shower-Head/
Rainforest Shower Head - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1F/ZRAW/GRTHTCUU/F1FZRAWGRTHTCUU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1F/ZRAW/GRTHTCUU/F1FZRAWGRTHTCUU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1F/ZRAW/GRTHTCUU/F1FZRAWGRTHTCUU.SMALL.jpg Petar92 Hi everyone! In this instructable I'm going to show you how to make rainforest shower head in 10 minutes,with only few simle things that you probably already have in your house. It doesn't require special skills. Be careful while working with stuff that gets hot,cause it can be painful! :) Thing...
By: Petar92

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Aug 2011 07:37:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sliding-Ceiling-TV-Mount/
Sliding Ceiling TV Mount - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFF/8O26/GQYGLCNK/FFF8O26GQYGLCNK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFF/8O26/GQYGLCNK/FFF8O26GQYGLCNK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFF/8O26/GQYGLCNK/FFF8O26GQYGLCNK.SMALL.jpg thecapt I wanted a TV mount that I could attach to the upper portion of my entertainment center, but could not find one that would fit without modification, so I do what everyone here does - make my own.  I'll show you how I made mine and hopefully give you some ideas on how to modify mine to fit your need...
By: thecapt

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Aug 2011 10:52:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Address-Marker/
Address Marker - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/9QIG/GMYN9VD0/FTG9QIGGMYN9VD0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/9QIG/GMYN9VD0/FTG9QIGGMYN9VD0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/9QIG/GMYN9VD0/FTG9QIGGMYN9VD0.SMALL.jpg wilgubeast Even though it seems like a foolproof way of foiling Girl Scouts and magazine subscription* salesfolk, failing to label your domicile with the proper numbers just doesn't work unless you can convince all of your neighbors to do the same. Otherwise, even a dull Brownie can tell that the house in betw...
By: wilgubeast

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 26 Apr 2011 10:23:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-LED-Under-Counter-Lighting-that-ROCKS/
Build LED Under Counter Lighting that ROCKS! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/1XWG/GOJSVS3N/FZ61XWGGOJSVS3N.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/1XWG/GOJSVS3N/FZ61XWGGOJSVS3N.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/1XWG/GOJSVS3N/FZ61XWGGOJSVS3N.SMALL.jpg DJJules Background: I admit it, I am a geek when it comes to LED's and LED lighting. The fluorescent under counter lighting that came with my hose wasn't cutting it. Time for an upgrade! With a background in physics and surgical lighting, I knew I needed a good Color Temperature and Color Rendering Index (C...
By: DJJules

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 Jun 2011 15:44:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Rainbow-Tiled-Bathroom/
Rainbow Tiled Bathroom - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSY/6YZJ/GNBEW0SV/FSY6YZJGNBEW0SV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSY/6YZJ/GNBEW0SV/FSY6YZJGNBEW0SV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSY/6YZJ/GNBEW0SV/FSY6YZJGNBEW0SV.SMALL.jpg jeff-o So, what happens when you combine the desires of an artist and a mad engineer into a single bathroom renovation? In this case, a soaker tub surrounded by a literal colour wheel of tiles, each hand painted in one of 34 different colours. That's what! For our basement bathroom renovation, my wife and ...
By: jeff-o

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 13 May 2011 23:31:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Cab-arcade/
Easy Cab (arcade) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/5KI2/GN1I6M02/F845KI2GN1I6M02.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/5KI2/GN1I6M02/F845KI2GN1I6M02.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F84/5KI2/GN1I6M02/F845KI2GN1I6M02.SMALL.jpg uitechclub Here are instructions on how to build an upright arcade cabinet. I have built a couple of arcade cabinets and have enjoyed learning how to build them and customize them. a preview video can be seen here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-3FZYUdghI I wrote these instructions to assist those who are ...
By: uitechclub

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 29 Apr 2011 01:34:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Road-Sign-Fence/
Road Sign Fence - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQV/QJII/GLHRY64A/FQVQJIIGLHRY64A.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQV/QJII/GLHRY64A/FQVQJIIGLHRY64A.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQV/QJII/GLHRY64A/FQVQJIIGLHRY64A.SMALL.jpg wholman For the 2010-2011 academic year, I have been the construction manager for the Greensboro, Alabama chapter of YouthBuild. YouthBuild (http://www.youthbuild.org) is a national program funded by the Department of Labor that provides low-income young people a chance to study for their GED and acquire tr...
By: wholman

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Mar 2011 11:15:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Build-an-Earthbag-Dome/
How to Build an Earthbag Dome - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZI/R6J9/GJHVL5JY/FZIR6J9GJHVL5JY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZI/R6J9/GJHVL5JY/FZIR6J9GJHVL5JY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZI/R6J9/GJHVL5JY/FZIR6J9GJHVL5JY.SMALL.jpg Owen Geiger Note: If you’re new to earthbag building, first read the introductory Step-by-Step Earthbag Building Instructable and How to Build an Earthbag Roundhouse . Also, my new Earthbag Building Guide and Earthbag Building DVD are now available. We built this earthbag dome at our home in Thailand for Mo...
By: Owen Geiger

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 31 Jan 2011 04:31:19 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Build-an-Earthbag-Roundhouse/
How to Build an Earthbag Roundhouse - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/T3ZO/GJC3TD7C/F86T3ZOGJC3TD7C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/T3ZO/GJC3TD7C/F86T3ZOGJC3TD7C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/T3ZO/GJC3TD7C/F86T3ZOGJC3TD7C.SMALL.jpg Owen Geiger Note: If you’re new to earthbag building, please read the introductory Step-by-Step Earthbag Building Instructable first. Also, my new Earthbag Building Guide and Earthbag Building DVD are now available. We built this earthbag roundhouse in 2010 as part of an earthbag workshop in Thailand, and fin...
By: Owen Geiger

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 28 Jan 2011 06:43:56 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Trash-Concrete/
Trash Concrete - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/38Q5/GJ7MQLF8/FZQ38Q5GJ7MQLF8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/38Q5/GJ7MQLF8/FZQ38Q5GJ7MQLF8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/38Q5/GJ7MQLF8/FZQ38Q5GJ7MQLF8.SMALL.jpg Thinkenstein I wanted to extend a hillside patio area.  Hauling in dirt fill by hand was more work than I wanted to do, and it would probably settle over time.  Cement was better.  The gravel in regular concrete is heavy and costs money.  I decided to replace it with free plastic bottles and pieces of Styrofoam...
By: Thinkenstein

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 24 Jan 2011 14:07:08 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Step-by-Step-Earthbag-Building/
Step-by-Step Earthbag Building - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLT/WPFU/GGPF3RT4/FLTWPFUGGPF3RT4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLT/WPFU/GGPF3RT4/FLTWPFUGGPF3RT4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLT/WPFU/GGPF3RT4/FLTWPFUGGPF3RT4.SMALL.jpg Owen Geiger This Instructable explains each main step of construction for building vertical earthbag walls. Videos on my Earthbag Natural Building YouTube channel demonstrate the process. For those who don’t know, earthbag building uses polypropylene rice bags or feed bags filled with soil or insulation that a...
By: Owen Geiger

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 24 Nov 2010 04:09:07 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-accoustic-panels-for-your-recording-studio-or/
Make acoustic panels for your recording studio or home theater - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/49V7/FB11KYGB/FMJ49V7FB11KYGB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/49V7/FB11KYGB/FMJ49V7FB11KYGB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/49V7/FB11KYGB/FMJ49V7FB11KYGB.SMALL.jpg TheHighwayBeautiful Acoustic treatments are often used to help improve the acoustics of a room by taming "flutter echoes," "room modes," and other problems which arise from a room's dimensions and construction. Although a variety of treatments are available for commercial use, they tend to be quite expensive. After som...
By: TheHighwayBeautiful

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 6 Jan 2008 09:39:57 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-easily-remove-vinyl-tiles/
How to easily remove vinyl tiles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLR/5OO8/GF7B8MZI/FLR5OO8GF7B8MZI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLR/5OO8/GF7B8MZI/FLR5OO8GF7B8MZI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLR/5OO8/GF7B8MZI/FLR5OO8GF7B8MZI.SMALL.jpg aeray The previous owner of our house, unfortunately, tried to "renovate" and "improve" the recently refinished and refurbished original clear-vertical-grain fir floors by sticking self-adhesive vinyl tiles to them to create "area rugs" of faux parquet and faux marble. After scraping, heating, and using a...
By: aeray

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 12 Oct 2010 19:36:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-an-Awesome-Sidewalk-with-recycled-lum/
How to build an Awesome Sidewalk with recycled lumber for only $50.00 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH9/IHJG/GHI9CNFE/FH9IHJGGHI9CNFE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH9/IHJG/GHI9CNFE/FH9IHJGGHI9CNFE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH9/IHJG/GHI9CNFE/FH9IHJGGHI9CNFE.SMALL.jpg Vyger         After reading that title you might wonder, why would anyone make a sidewalk out of wood? Well, there are a few very good reasons for doing it.   A little history       More than 25 years ago my wood sidewalk started out as an experiment to see how practical it might be. We needed some k...
By: Vyger

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 Dec 2010 16:47:02 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Air-Powered-Star-Trek-Style-Door/
Air-Powered Star Trek Style Door - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE9/BUDU/GHDS6MU4/FE9BUDUGHDS6MU4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE9/BUDU/GHDS6MU4/FE9BUDUGHDS6MU4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE9/BUDU/GHDS6MU4/FE9BUDUGHDS6MU4.SMALL.jpg uiproductions I always wanted a piece of Star Trek and the Disney Monorail in my house, and one thing they have in common is that they both have automatic sliding doors. It would be the perfect, most geek-ified entryway for my bedroom. Edit:  Not every detail is included in this Instructable.  I did th...
By: uiproductions

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Dec 2010 12:08:58 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Convex-Glass-Tile-from-Bottles/
Convex Glass Tile from Bottles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI5/G45V/G43E4KC0/FI5G45VG43E4KC0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI5/G45V/G43E4KC0/FI5G45VG43E4KC0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI5/G45V/G43E4KC0/FI5G45VG43E4KC0.SMALL.jpg asdterror Jig? Yes Please! There are really good bottle cutting jigs out there, but I loath to purchase, store, and ultimately yard-sale a specialized tool.  So here is the simple, flexible, and repeatable setup I use to cut glass cylinders: Cut the Long Cuts Time to cut along the infinite planes of t...
By: asdterror

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 9 Jan 2010 20:27:42 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Backyard-Path-that-says-Were-going-Places/
A Backyard Path that says "We're going Places" - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F56/2PXO/G68H8EYR/F562PXOG68H8EYR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F56/2PXO/G68H8EYR/F562PXOG68H8EYR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F56/2PXO/G68H8EYR/F562PXOG68H8EYR.SMALL.jpg Pkranger88 Sometimes your backyard is just a litter box for a pet or a romping ground for a child.  Sometimes it's a place of tranquility that aids in releasing your your tensions after a long day of work.  Whatever your backyard is used for, Most people do something more with it than just let it be a mowing g...
By: Pkranger88

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 17 Nov 2010 05:59:58 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Installing-Chair-Rail/
Installing Chair Rail - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLT/QSON/GGC2UGXX/FLTQSONGGC2UGXX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLT/QSON/GGC2UGXX/FLTQSONGGC2UGXX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLT/QSON/GGC2UGXX/FLTQSONGGC2UGXX.SMALL.jpg randofo Chair rail moulding is a great way to spruce up a room and protect its walls from wily and dangerous chair backs. If left to their own devices, chairs would dent up all of your walls and make you mad. It is therefor imperative that you keep those walls safe by placing a solid protective barrier at 3...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 16 Nov 2010 12:54:55 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Built-in-self-venting-Cat-Box/
Built in, self venting Cat Box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYG/TT5H/GEW03P54/FYGTT5HGEW03P54.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYG/TT5H/GEW03P54/FYGTT5HGEW03P54.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYG/TT5H/GEW03P54/FYGTT5HGEW03P54.SMALL.jpg Denver_80211 This is a self venting cat box I built. It does have a bathroom fan inline but, that turned out to be overkill. I tapped into the vent stack for the tub while I was remodeling the bathroom. Also did all the tile and everything else, really. The box emits no smell, the hallway down one side traps loo...
By: Denver_80211

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Oct 2010 14:49:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Oklahoma-Suspension-Bridge/
Oklahoma Suspension Bridge - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLR/BDD0/GD2JC23E/FLRBDD0GD2JC23E.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLR/BDD0/GD2JC23E/FLRBDD0GD2JC23E.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLR/BDD0/GD2JC23E/FLRBDD0GD2JC23E.SMALL.jpg Jakebutnottheone This is a 76' suspension bridge across an arm of the pond on my property. It is built from treated dimensional lumber and galvanized wire rope with a small amount of plated 3/16" proof coil chain. Oh, and lots of bolts and screws! I needed the bridge to more directly connect the meadow below my hou...
By: Jakebutnottheone

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 Sep 2010 12:54:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Build-a-Super-Top-Secret-Bunker-under-Your-/
How to Build a Super Top Secret Bunker under Your House. The Prelude... - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSU/NATI/FAQEDCCM/FSUNATIFAQEDCCM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSU/NATI/FAQEDCCM/FSUNATIFAQEDCCM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSU/NATI/FAQEDCCM/FSUNATIFAQEDCCM.SMALL.jpg Senseless When I built the house I just spent 7 years working on, I had a lot of days that were just plane monotonous, so I would daydream about the Next Great Project as soon as I finished the house...If you're OCD you know exactly what I am speaking about.Perhaps it was watching too many reruns of Stollag 1...
By: Senseless

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 30 Dec 2007 01:39:33 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-install-a-Bamboo-Floor/
How to install a Bamboo Floor - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F33/A8GH/GC4G9CS2/F33A8GHGC4G9CS2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F33/A8GH/GC4G9CS2/F33A8GHGC4G9CS2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F33/A8GH/GC4G9CS2/F33A8GHGC4G9CS2.SMALL.jpg Blackdog Barker Few things look better than hardwood floors, and when I found a good deal on bamboo flooring I couldn't pass it up. I am lucky to have a square-ish living room so measuring and layout is a little easer.. I have a couple of issues first I don't own a floor sander or a floor nailer or other professio...
By: Blackdog Barker

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 2 Aug 2010 02:23:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-a-wood-fired-hot-tub/
How to build a wood fired hot tub - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/QHIB/F9AC3F36/FAOQHIBF9AC3F36.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/QHIB/F9AC3F36/FAOQHIBF9AC3F36.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/QHIB/F9AC3F36/FAOQHIBF9AC3F36.SMALL.jpg veloboy In this instructable I will describe how I built a hot tub for less than $100 NZ ($75ish USD) from an old bulk liquids tank, a gas bottle and some stainless tube and junk that I had laying around. This tub is cheap and relatively easy to build and is also useful as a plunge pool in hot weather...
By: veloboy

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Nov 2007 14:17:27 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Mounting-a-Standard-Air-Conditioner-in-a-Sliding-W/
Mounting a Standard Air Conditioner in a Sliding Window (From the Inside, Without a Bracket) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1I/Q942/FWEGKCKF/F1IQ942FWEGKCKF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1I/Q942/FWEGKCKF/F1IQ942FWEGKCKF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1I/Q942/FWEGKCKF/F1IQ942FWEGKCKF.SMALL.jpg starshipminivan Many people have inexpensive air conditioners that are intended to fit into a double-hung (vertically sliding sash) windows and want to use them in horizontally sliding windows. If you already have some of these air conditioners or are attracted to them because their price tags are significantly low...
By: starshipminivan

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Jun 2009 19:57:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Granite-Tile-Kitchen-Countertops/
Granite Tile Kitchen Countertops - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK7/S7LY/GHF6O63G/FK7S7LYGHF6O63G.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK7/S7LY/GHF6O63G/FK7S7LYGHF6O63G.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK7/S7LY/GHF6O63G/FK7S7LYGHF6O63G.SMALL.jpg rory_woj With old stained, burnt laminate countertops staring at me for the last year of being in the house, I decided it was time to upgrade. I looked at the great instructable of doing concrete countertops. I milled it over in my head for months. But I didnt feel that I was up for the challenge- Also, I wa...
By: rory_woj

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Jun 2010 12:58:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-Your-Own-Backyard-Fire-Pit/
Build Your Own Backyard Fire Pit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/FVMV/G8XPRM1W/FBQFVMVG8XPRM1W.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/FVMV/G8XPRM1W/FBQFVMVG8XPRM1W.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/FVMV/G8XPRM1W/FBQFVMVG8XPRM1W.SMALL.jpg Thisoldhouse.com Outdoor fires are so hot right now. Seriously. Mankind has called the hearth home for the centuries, it's true, but these days people are going ultra-retro and getting their heat from stone-walled pits set into the earth. And, why not? On cool summer nights, you can melt marshmallows and nibble s'mo...
By: Thisoldhouse.com

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 May 2010 10:42:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Garden-Fountain-Out-of-Well-Anythi/
How to Make a Garden Fountain Out of, Well, Anything You Want - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/4MFU/G8TCT5W4/FTC4MFUG8TCT5W4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/4MFU/G8TCT5W4/FTC4MFUG8TCT5W4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/4MFU/G8TCT5W4/FTC4MFUG8TCT5W4.SMALL.jpg Thisoldhouse.com You tried sweating it out in the sauna, you can't let go in a yoga pose, and om isn't exactly hitting home. And no wonder—you're working too hard at relaxing. What you need is a place to sit quietly and contemplate the sounds of nature: birds chirping, breezes blowing, brooks babbling. What—no backy...
By: Thisoldhouse.com

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 5 May 2010 15:24:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Washing-Machine-and-Dryer-pedestal-Stand-A-DIY-/
Washing Machine and Dryer pedestal / Stand: A DIY Happiness! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ1/ICBP/FXXPLNDL/FQ1ICBPFXXPLNDL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ1/ICBP/FXXPLNDL/FQ1ICBPFXXPLNDL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ1/ICBP/FXXPLNDL/FQ1ICBPFXXPLNDL.SMALL.jpg raxel We all know washer and dryer pedestals are VERY expensive and are ridiculously priced. You can certainly buy another washer for the price of the two pedestals; or perhaps a new refrigerator! This instructible shows you how to make yourself a cheap pedestal or stand for your washer and dryer. The adv...
By: raxel

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 6 Aug 2009 00:59:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Light-Transmitting-Concrete-Video/
DIY Light Transmitting Concrete (+ HD Video) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSW/U11G/G7844HU6/FSWU11GG7844HU6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSW/U11G/G7844HU6/FSWU11GG7844HU6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSW/U11G/G7844HU6/FSWU11GG7844HU6.SMALL.jpg nepheron Make sure to check out my blog! I'm going to show you (as best as I can) how to make light transmitting concrete. Google it, and you will be amazed at how beautiful it is! I was desperate to get my hands on some...but considering the cost, I decided to make some with stuff I already had around. Th...
By: nepheron

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 26 Mar 2010 07:10:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-a-treehouse/
How to build a treehouse - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI1/GXE4/FYTCM8OR/FI1GXE4FYTCM8OR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI1/GXE4/FYTCM8OR/FI1GXE4FYTCM8OR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI1/GXE4/FYTCM8OR/FI1GXE4FYTCM8OR.SMALL.jpg makendo This particular design requires two or three trees (or branches) in close proximity. It was made over the course of several weekends using new, pressure-treated wood for the support structure and floor and an old fence was recycled for the sides. The roof is a camouflage-pattern tarp. It's not weath...
By: makendo

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 Sep 2009 15:06:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-your-own-soundproof-studio-in-11-easy-steps/
Build your own soundproof studio in 11 easy steps - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8G/7CTM/G4PC3BI3/F8G7CTMG4PC3BI3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8G/7CTM/G4PC3BI3/F8G7CTMG4PC3BI3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8G/7CTM/G4PC3BI3/F8G7CTMG4PC3BI3.SMALL.jpg tomporter Thanks to constant advancements in digital technology, everyone can record at home, and everyone can own a studio. But while many settle for an eggbox-clad bedroom setup (a myth we'll debunk later), there is another way… Build your own professional-quality recording studio. Yes, it's a Mohammed-styl...
By: tomporter

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 22 Jan 2010 01:39:41 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/House-in-Mexico-built-with-plastic-and-glass-bottl/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2G/2JPG/G4E0XZVC/F2G2JPGG4E0XZVC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2G/2JPG/G4E0XZVC/F2G2JPGG4E0XZVC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2G/2JPG/G4E0XZVC/F2G2JPGG4E0XZVC.SMALL.jpg blkhawk A friend sent me these pictures about a house that was built using recycled materials.
By: blkhawk

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Jan 2010 16:28:21 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Bookcase-Han-in-Carbonite-Hidden-Door/
Bookcase / Han in Carbonite Hidden Door - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYU/RT9Z/G30U0R00/FYURT9ZG30U0R00.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYU/RT9Z/G30U0R00/FYURT9ZG30U0R00.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYU/RT9Z/G30U0R00/FYURT9ZG30U0R00.SMALL.jpg nylanan This is a bit of strange one. I got a lot of the concepts from other hidden bookcase door tutorials, but added some twists of my own. the concept is a bookcase built-in that can swivel to reveal an entrance to a room. When my home was constructed I saved some money on interior doors by having arch...
By: nylanan

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 Dec 2009 12:01:18 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Concrete-Lightbulb-Wall-Hook/
Concrete Lightbulb Wall Hook - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/36H0/F42X3ITN/F7F36H0F42X3ITN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/36H0/F42X3ITN/F7F36H0F42X3ITN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/36H0/F42X3ITN/F7F36H0F42X3ITN.SMALL.jpg whamodyne This is how to make an excellent excuse for driving a lag bolt into your wall, the Concrete Lightbulb Wall Hook. Functional yet sylish, it gives a nice industrial design feel wherever you mount it. Last winter after breaking out the serious cold weather gear, I found myself fighting the coat rack n...
By: whamodyne

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 13 Jul 2007 20:28:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Structured-Wiring-System-Design/
Structured Wiring System Design - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6S/P6SF/FOMYO4SS/F6SP6SFFOMYO4SS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6S/P6SF/FOMYO4SS/F6SP6SFFOMYO4SS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6S/P6SF/FOMYO4SS/F6SP6SFFOMYO4SS.SMALL.jpg thb43 This instructable shows the structured wiring system that I designed for my home. This wiring system provides a centralized location for the following services for all of my rooms (master, 3 bdrm, kitchen, living, garage, office). 1) Local area network (LAN), 2) File server and backup, 3) Telephon...
By: thb43

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 15 Dec 2008 16:39:02 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-Your-Own-Faucet/
Build Your Own Faucet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/TZMP/FZWXPCE4/FSQTZMPFZWXPCE4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/TZMP/FZWXPCE4/FSQTZMPFZWXPCE4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSQ/TZMP/FZWXPCE4/FSQTZMPFZWXPCE4.SMALL.jpg pribich When I discovered I needed a new faucet for my laundry room sink I didnt want to choose between a cheap faucet that will only last a few years and an expensive one. I decided to build my own. The faucet is made from ý copper pipe and solder fittings, two ball valves, and two 3/8 threaded fittings. T...
By: pribich

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