I Never Read Instructions!
Regardless of how easy a home improvement project may appear, there are always snags. All of us do-it-yourselfers can relate to a story about the time we forgot to connect A to B, knocked over a gallon of paint, or installed shutters upside down. (True story!)
Chop Chop!
Create Your Own Butcher Block Table
These little rolling tables are quickly gaining popularity and can be found pretty much everywhere. But what if you are looking for something a little more unique? Why not make your own?
Honey, Trust Me I Know What I'm Doing!
Simple strategies for getting your mate onboard with your latest project.
>Your old faucets are driving you nuts. You want to replace them. You know you can do it. But your mate has put on the brakes. Now what?
Versatile Power Tool Gives your Projects the pro touch
Whether you use it for carving decorative edges, sign making, seamless joints or other wonders, a router is simply a must-have tool if you want to give your woodworking that finished, professional look. What's more, you'll find routers are easy to learn-and that their value and versatility grows as your skills grow. Once you see the quality and detail they can add to your projects, your mind will likely race with possibilities. We know devotees who began with a single router and ended up with 4 or more.
Fan Club
You can install a ceiling fan in an afternoon-and enjoy the cost-savings and comfort year-round.
We love ceiling fans: they offer style, lighting, and energy savings all in one package. Installing one is project that will appeal to your practical and romantic sides at the same time-no small feat when it comes to home improvement.
Cut the Cord!
Be Jane's Guide to the Best New Power Tools on the Market
When it comes to putting power in our hands the cordless revolution is in full swing. Much like cell phones, the Internet, and a host of other wireless gadgets, cordless hand tools have never been cheaper, more powerful, or more widely available.
Don't be fooled! Building a fence-even a pre-sectioned one as described here-is no easy task. Like painting, putting up a fence is all in the preparation and planning. Your success will rely almost exclusively on methodical planning, measuring and re-measuring, and an endless source of patience.
It's probably the first thing your friends will notice as they pull up to your house: the gate. Whether picket white, wrought iron, rustic or sophisticated, your gate is the "official" doorway to your property. It not only sets a style, but a well conceived gate will provide security and help create a solid first impression.
