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Complete guide to building a 6-foot cedar dog-ear privacy fence — from staking the property line and pulling permits through setting posts in concrete, installing pressure-treated rails, hanging cedar pickets, and building a gate. Covers common mistakes that lead to leaning posts, rot at grade, and premature picket splitting. Includes a full bill of materials for a 100 linear-foot fence with one gate.
Step-by-step guide to building a pressure-treated raised deck attached to your home — approximately 42 inches above grade. Covers deep post footings, ledger flashing, above-ground framing, code-required 42-inch railing, and a stair assembly with handrail. Includes IRC references, material compatibility guidance for ACQ lumber, and a complete bill of materials.
Step-by-step guide to building a pressure-treated raised deck attached to your home — approximately 42 inches above grade. Covers deep post footings, ledger flashing, above-ground framing, code-required 42-inch railing, and a stair assembly with handrail. Includes IRC references, material compatibility guidance for ACQ lumber, and a complete bill of materials.
A complete guide to building a ground-level or raised timber deck: from drawing a scaled plan and getting council approval, through concrete footings, structural framing, and laying composite or hardwood decking boards. Includes handrail installation.
Learn how to design, cut, and mount a floating shelf that carries up to 25 kg. This guide covers stud finding, selecting the right hardware, cutting and finishing the board, and achieving a perfectly level result in any room.
