All Entries in the "Building" Category
How to Build a Solar Oven
- Find two rectangular or square cardboard boxes. One should be able to fit inside the other. The inner box will delineate the cooking area and the energy given off by the cooker.
How to Build Cabinets
People usually just purchase cabinets from a furniture store. If you want to save money and test your skills in carpentry, you can build your own cabinets. Just follow this set of moderately easy steps.
- Create the plan for your cabinet. Determine how large the cabinet should be and what it is for.
How to Build a Boat
There’s nothing like a weekend of fishing in your own boat. So, you have the money, you have the time, but you don’t know where to start? The following instructions will show you how.
Materials and Design
How to Build a Catapult
The first catapults were used to lay siege to fortressed towns and cities during ancient Roman times. If you are a fan of this ancient weapon, you can make your very own tabletop or scale model catapult with just ordinary household items.
Materials Needed
- 3 10-12 inch wooden sticks
- 8 5-6 inch sticks, two must be cut at a 45 degree angle
How to Build a Dock
Assembling a boat dock requires moderate carpentry skills, handiness and the right tools. Plans are available online and for sale at hardware stores. Though building a boat dock is within reach, consider building it with assistance for the best results.
Materials
- 2×6 or 2×8 inch pressure treated lumber
- 4×4 inch wooden or metal posts with ready made brackets
How to Build a Gazebo
There are many gazebo kits available in the market. The hexagonal-floored gazebo is the most common one. Here you will learn how to build a gazebo with this style in five easy steps. Just use the materials that come with your kit and consult with a carpenter if you have other questions.
Deck Floor
How to Build a Half Pipe
A half pipe is a half-moon-shaped chute or ramp used by snowboarders and skateboarders to provide a takeoff for a jump. If you are into skateboarding, building your own half pipe will give you a place to do all your stunts.
Materials needed
- 8 sheets ¾” plywood
- 2×4” stock
- 10’ PVC pipe
- laminate
- nails
- 1 ½” screws
How to Build a Stone Fire Pit
A stone fire pit in your yard is a relaxing place to roast hotdogs while you sing or tell stories with family and friends. You can build your own fire pit with some planning, hard work and the right materials.
How to Build a Wooden Fence
Materials and Tools Needed
- tape measure
- hole digger
- a bag of dry cement
- wood
- wooden fence posts
- fence boards
- nails
- gravel
- level
- shovel
- spray paint
- hammer
Steps to Build a Wooden Fence
How to Build Deck Stairs
Building your own deck stairs is a challenging project. You need to make perfect calculations of the stairs’ height. You wouldn’t want anyone falling from your stairs!