Metal studs are quickly becoming the go-to choice when it comes to framing. Not only are they cheaper than wood studs, but they’re lightweight, easy to store, and always straight. They’re also far more durable, especially since they are resistant to fire, rot, and insect damages. The only problem is that metal studs are a little trickier … Read more

In this post, we are going to focus on the top 8 horizontal wood fence ideas. The fences we’re about to cover are great because there’s a wide variety of choices, everyone will be able to find a fence that will fit their needs. Creating a fence instead of buying one will save you money … Read more

Paving stones are a great way to beautify the exterior of your home and yard. But, paving stones are expensive by themselves, and professional installation can cost thousands, depending on the size of your project. It’s easy to see why this is a project you may rather tackle yourself. Thankfully, it’s not hard to learn how … Read more

Wood filler is one of the quintessential tools in any woodworker’s toolkit. These affordable and easy-to-use putties help you easily repair or touch up wood and other materials like a pro. You can even stain wood fillers with pigments or add paint and veneer to make it look more subtle and natural.  You don’t need … Read more

They say the only two guarantees in life are death and taxes. I argue that there is a third: your lawn will continue to grow, no matter what. The lawn doesn’t care about your vacation, holidays, or anything else that may have prevented you from mowing. If you’ve reached a point where your lawn is overgrown, … Read more

Whether you’re tackling some interior or exterior plumbing, or you’re building your next project with galvanized piping, knowing how to cut it is a lesson that every home craftsman needs to learn. While it may seem intimidating at first, learning how to cut galvanized pipe is actually quite easy. Today, we’re going to cover everything you’ll … Read more

Cutting marble is intimidating for almost everyone, even seasoned DIY veterans. Not only is the project more difficult than most, but any errors you make have the potential to ruin the expensive material. But, luckily, with the right tools and just a little know-how, this seemingly difficult task becomes much more manageable. By the time you’re done reading … Read more

Aluminum siding is an affordable way to spruce up the exterior of any home. It’s a versatile material that’s durable and easy to work with. But, if you’ve never worked with aluminum siding, it can seem very intimidating at first. If you’re looking for tips on how to cut aluminum siding, you’ve come to the right … Read more

Ventilated wire shelving is affordable, versatile, and available in a lot of options. Yet another benefit is its ease of installation. Most of the time, it’s easy to install in a closet, garage, or another area of the home in its store-bought condition. Sometimes, however, the standardized lengths that it comes in just don’t work … Read more

There are a lot of fun DIY projects that utilize old wine corks. Not only do they create an interesting, unique, and functional finished product, but they’re also a great way to use up any old corks you have lying around. Yet sometimes a wine cork just won’t work in its standard condition. Instead, the specifics of … Read more

Did you know you can build a fence from pallets with relative ease? Thanks to “Totally Awesome Fishing” you’re about to find out how. The greatest part of this project is that you don’t have to spend hours doing the hardest part of pallet projects, dismantling pallets! At least not in the way you are … Read more