Building a western red cedar deck storage box is a one-day project that will provide convenient storage and an extra place to sit. Western red cedar was chosen for this project because of its beauty and natural abilities to stand up to harsh weather and insects for many years. In Part Two of the project, the box itself will be built. Download PDF Plans View Part One

Wood decks can weather, crack and splinter. Use these steps to replace a damaged deck board.

Here are some basic things to remember when building your own deck. Attach the joist hangers 16 inches apart on center to the side rails. Assemble all floor joists and side rails before nailing. Then, nail all at once, using galvanizd nails. Overhang the first floor board by half an inch using galvanized finish nails. If you have an enclosed deck or a screened porch you can use tongue and groove flooring.

If you're building a backyard deck, you want to be sure it's secure on its foundation. Set a threaded bolt into your concrete footing. Then attach a post anchor base. Adjust it to receive your deck post. Use a washer and nut to secure the base. Finally, cover with a base plate. This will protect the porch post from rot.

…make your house stand out? Solid mahogany interior and exterior doors add beauty…
…stores, we only sell solid wood Brazilian Mahogany and never any veneers. We guarantee…
…Doors $199 2 Panel Solid Arched Mahogany Door Exterior Doors $479 …

…flooring in the industry. From Birdseye maple to exotic Bolivian rosewood to 99-cent oak-- we have the perfect floor for you! Everything…
…elegance to your kitchen. The richness of this Bolivian Rosewood flooring from Bellawood gives this family room a warm glow…

Always attach the windowsill and the header first. It is much easier to cut the individual vertical pieces (mullions) to length with the sill and header in place. Dry fit each piece of wood before fastening it in place.

Bob installs some interesting finishing touches in the coach house kitchen, including some galvanized steel features. We go outside to plant a tree and landscape the little garden outside our entryway, and Bob checks out the painting of the brick facade.

…leveling. For generations, carpenter's levels have been made of handsome (and very stable woods like rosewood, ebony, and mahogany. Mason's levelare usually four feet or longer. Two things to keep in mind: the longer the level…