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Monday, 29 December 2008 |
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SKILL LEVEL • • • • •
Provide a sound, level base and anyone will be able to erect a garden shed - though an extra pair of hands is essential for lifting the panels into place.
SAFETY FIRST
Have a steady pair of stepladders for working on the roof -and get someone to help you lift the heavy wall and roof components into place.
INTRODUCTION
In the long run, it pays to buy a quality shed which, with routine maintenance, will provide a dry, sound facility for storing tools, materials, garden furniture and other
equipment.
Never skimp on the size of shed you buy. Get the largest that will suit your garden - extra space is invaluable as not only can you store more, but the shed will be easier to organise and items will be more accessible
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Monday, 29 December 2008 |
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Building a stairway can be one of the most intimidating tasks any builder-amateur or professional-tackles. But an outdoor stairway is generally not a difficult project, as long as it is planned and executed carefully. This document covers building procedures for a straight-run utility stairway, typically used on porches and decks.
Local building codes regulate the width and slope of a staircase, as well as how the assembly is supported and braced, how the landing is built and whether railings are required. ALWAYS CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL BUILDING DEPARTMENT BEFORE DESIGNING A STAIRWAY, AND FOLLOW ALL LOCAL CODES.
The following instructions are intended as general guidelines only, and local requirements should be your primary guide.
In this document you will find information about:
* Stair-Building Terms
* Designing Your Stairs
* Building Your Stairs
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Saturday, 05 July 2008 |
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YOU WORK HARD TO MAKE YOUR YARD shine (mow, weed, water), so why keep it in the dark at night? Let there be light—in moderation, says lighting designer Janet Lennox Moyer, author of The Landscape Lighting Book. "A little illumination goes a long way outdoors." It takes just a few strategically placed low-voltage (20 watts or less) or solar-powered fixtures to bring your landscape out of the shadows. Both types come in tier, spread, lantern, spot, and well designs and a range of finishes-including verdigris, black, stainless steel, copper, and brass. Which styles are right for your property depends on personal taste and the location of the fixtures in the yard. To cast trees, garden features, flowers, and pathways in a flattering glow, turn the page, and let our guide shed some light on the options.
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Tuesday, 03 June 2008 |
If the outdoors calls your name all throughout the year, but it is sometimes uncomfortable to spend time out there, then you will be happy to know that an enclosure can fill your needs and desires. Outdoor living with indoor comfort is the goal of a sun room and you will find that there are many different styles that you can choose from, as well as colors.
Constructing a sunroom can be done for many different reasons. Most people enjoy the fact that a sunroon can help to add valuable square footage to your home, but there are other reasons as well. The natural light that is allowed in is one more reason for building an enclosure. |
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Thursday, 01 May 2008 |
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Your home is, without question, the largest investment you'll ever make. Aside from the initial cash outlay and years of mortgage payments, most homeowners spend a lifetime and countless dollars on home improvements.
There is always something to fix, and something to fix up, both inside and outside of the home. Home improvement projects can increase the beauty and function of a home, and many can actually add to the home's value. Many people, particularly working families, consider the home to be their primary investment. A person's home may also serve as a yardstick to measure his or her social status. Friends and strangers alike will judge the homeowner on the basis of the home's appearance. That's why we spend so much time and energy making our homes beautiful and functional, while trying to keep these improvements within a set budget.
When it comes to improving the exterior of a home, patio canopies are a very popular choice. Contractors building new homes, and renovators working on existing homes, choose patio canopies for their function and beauty.
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