Put your favourite photos on display with these easy-to-make photo frames. Use 6 or 9mm plywood and clear acrylic or glass sheets to make each floating photo frame. The nice thing about this project is…
While restoring a genuine antique is usually a job for a professional, it is possible to tackle wear and tear on everyday items yourself. You only need a few materials and supplies to do a…
I have received a few enquiries from readers asking how to use dowel centers. It’s actually very easy and after the first time you will be using dowels a lot more for joining…
A hand-held circular saw is one of the basic tools that should be in any DIY enthusiasts workshop. With it you can cut any kind of timber and board quickly…
Power tools are essential for maintaining and improving your home, and it pays to invest in quality tools that will not only do the job, but will last as well.
How to stain and seal a raw pine table How to give new, inexpensive pine furniture an antique finish for a fraction of the cost than store pre-sealed – if you do-it-yourself.
Love this project by Sarah at Faded Country. The nice thing about this shelf is that you can easily hang in a rental home. Just use a couple of picture hanging nails to mount onto…
Kids love sand and making a basic frame allows you to provide children with a clean, safe environment to play in. This sandpit frame is very light, making it easy to move around.
When making your own furniture, or designing projects for a home, there are several ways to joint timber and board products. Knowing and understanding the various joints that can be used will help you design…
Difficulty: Moderate/Intermediate The main tools you’ll need: Cordless drill Screwdriver Wood chisel Mallet Step 1: First things first. If…
As one of the more affordable ways to build a project, plywood does have its drawbacks. One of those is the fact that not everyone wants to see the raw edge. In this…
A good set of plans can be very helpful when building projects. Plans help guide us through the steps in the project, and, in many cases, they come with two…
