contractor who hosts the DIY Network program, Talk2DIY Home Improvement. All you need are eight, 8-foot long sections of pressure-treatedlumber, screws, construction adhesive and landscape adhesive. With a drill and a saw, you simply cut pieces to size and
Wood decks are notorious for their maintenance needs. Pressure-treatedlumber the popular and inexpensive wood choice requires regular cleaning, sanding and staining to maintain its appearance. First-generation
Composite decking looks more like wood than plastic lumber, but must be installed over a pressure-treatedlumber base and frame. Few aspects of a home require as much maintenance as a wood deck. Exposed to the elements, a wood deck needs
washer and dryer can sometimes be elevated on masonry or pressure-treatedlumber at least 12 above the projected flood elevation. Other conditioner) can be placed on a base of masonry, concrete or pressuretreatedlumber. All work must conform to state and local building
chore. Instead it can be sort of fun to dust off the winter cobwebs. A deck that was built a few years ago of pressuretreatedlumber, after lots of weathering may be looking pretty dark and dingy. The first step to cleaning the deck is to
A good foundation is important. It helps a house withstand vertical and horizontal loads and protects from frostheaves. Foundation Basics Foundations are typically made of concrete, concrete block, brick or stone with a few even using
enough, especially do-it-yourself systems. If too shallow, they can be punctured with an edger or a lawn aerator. Also frostheaves can push pipes to the surface which may trip someone or be damaged by the mower. In northern areas, six inches is a minimum
most prominent parts of their home s interior: the stairs. Because stairs are often within just a few steps of the front door in white or another color that contrasts with the stairs and wall paint also sets off stairs. Hardwood Decorative
XXXXXXXX Basic stairs layouts can be constructed by a skilled But it's worth the effort: beautiful stairs help make a home special. But, before saw, remember that quality pre-built stairs are available from specialty stair building
An elaborate staircase is under construction in the kitchen. Applying a centuries old furniture making technique, the skirtboard on the wall side has been plowed (using a plunge router) for the risers and treads.