How to make a concrete gate post
Introduction, digging the hole and the plan drawing Introduction Not only does a concrete gate post look good and have a bit of a stately feel about it, but unlike its lumber counterpart it is ...
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How to make a garden swing seat support frame
Introduction - Plans and individual pieces Introduction (scroll down for Plans) The footprint (ground area) of this swing seat support frame is 2700mm (9ft) x 2100mm (7ft).The overall ...
How to make a Spiral Wind-Spinner
Introduction I first spotted a spiral wind-spinner in a friend's garden and I was captivated by it.When the breeze turned the spiral, it had a magical hypnotic type of effect. The ball gave ...
How to build a shed 10 x 10 Tudor style
Build a shed Introduction and quantities The 10 x 10 shed is constructed mainly from 1 1/2" x 3 1/2" (90mm x 45mm) wood for the framing, 3/4" (19mm) thick plywood for the floor and wall ...
Decorative wheelbarrow planter
Introduction and a bit about the measurements Introduction How to build a decorative wheelbarrow planter. Note: The measurements in these plans and instructions are given in both metric ...
How to build a Hexagonal Table with Seating
Introduction, overview This project has been completely re-built and re-written. The basic design of the table has been kept pretty much the same as the original, as it has proven to be a very ...
How to make a decorative Wooden Bucket
Introduction This wooden bucket is decorative in the sense that it can't be used for some of the tasks expected of a standard bucket, such as carrying water.It does, however, have other practical ...
How to build an octagonal picnic table
About the lumber: plans and instructions About the lumber and dimensions All dimensions are in both Metric (mm) and Imperial (inches).The size (width and thickness) of the lumber referred ...
How to build a Tree House with a Slide and Swing-Set
Introduction and the plans This article explains how to construct a platform or deck around a tree, how to make steps up to it, a safety handrail up the steps and around the platform, and also ...
Building a wooden sun lounger
Introduction and about the measurements A lounger to relax in. This sun lounger is a bit different to most in so much as the back-rest cannot be adjusted. It is set permanently in its optimal ...
How to build a Guinea Pig Hutch
Introduction and Description Introduction This is an outside hutch where the guinea pig can spend the warmer months.In the summer an outside hutch is great, guinea pigs love to eat fresh ...
Building a Doghouse
Introduction All measurements throughout this project are given in both standard (ft and inches) and metric (mm).The imperial (standard) measurements are given first followed by the metric ...
How to make a garden wishing well
Introduction and about the lumber and sizes Introduction Wishing well project. This wooden wishing well is relatively easy to construct using common size lumber and will be the feature ...
How to build a wooden gate
How deep? What size? A simple side or garden gate. This tutorial is given in both Metric (mm) and Imperial (inches) measurements.The metric measurements are given first followed ...
How to make a Porch Swing Seat
Introduction - Materials and Cutting List The Porch Swing This seat has an adjustable seat-back which angles back to give varying degrees of comfort depending on whether or not you want to sit ...
How to make a Simple Garden Chair
Introduction This garden chair is an extremely simple design and is probably one of the easier chairs to construct. Building this garden chair merely requires that you cut and drill all ...
How to make an Automatic Chicken House Door
Introduction Managing a small flock of chickens is much easier if you do not have to get up and open the chicken coop door in the morning and close the chicken door after dusk.Also, the ...
How To Build a Cape Cod Chair
Introduction, Description & Measurements Introduction This is the 4th version of this particular project. This updated version (take 4) of our previous plans highlights the value of ...
Kids bbq table
Below are the plans, instructions & cutting list for each piece of timber neededto construct the kids bbq picnic table. This is a smaller copy of the full-size table picnic here. Ft and inch ...
PVC and polycarbonate Roofing
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PVC / Polycarbonate sheet roofing Pvc and polycarbonate sheet roofing come in a variety of profiles, sizes, and colors. Quality and prices vary immensely.The most ...
Adding a Bench Seat to an existing deck
Making the post holes in the deck Use the same decking materials to construct a fixed deck seat, as used on the deck itself.In this example, 90mm x 18mm (3/4" x 3 1/2") hardwood is used. If your ...
How to make a four seater picnic table
Introduction For a larger version of this picnic table with detailed plans and instructions click on the bow below.To see an assortment of picnic tables click here. Ft and inch ...
How To Frame A Wall
Constructing a partition wall or a stud wall that splits an indoor space without serious structural remodeling is an excellent introduction to a simple building. This job employs the same principles ...
How to build a workbench
Simple but sturdy! A simple, strong, no frills workbench Introduction The average DIYer would probably be content with a less elaborate woodworking bench than a woodworker might otherwise ...
How to make a Kentucky Stick Chair
Preface History unknown. I first made a couple of these chairs some six or seven years ago after obtaining a rough DIY plan from a friend who used to make them in his spare time – not only ...
About Lattice and how to install
About Lattice A wood lattice consists of diagonal or vertical and horizontal strips of wood (laths) cris-crossing to make a grille like pattern.Lattice is suitable for trellis or as decorative ...
How to measure, make and install a shed door
How to measure, make and install a shed door These instructions on measuring, making and installing a shed door are suited to the Buildeazy free plan 'How to build a 8'x10' storage shed' but ...
Build an Artists Easel
Artists easel - Plans and Instructions An artists easel is a freestanding, three-legged frame structure, usually made of wood, which is used by an artist to hold a canvas upright while it's being ...
How to build a low garden retaining wall
This section will explain how to make a garden retaining wall along an existing fence, which can transform a dull front or back yard into an exciting garden. The retaining wall will be 1 meter (40") ...
How to build a wooden wishing well
Introduction & description This medium-size wishing well stands approximately 1400mm (4'-8") high and 600mm (2ft) wide. It is a cross between a small planter and a full-size wishing well, ...
How to build a Lean-to Pergola with a pvc/polycarbonate type roof
The pergola in this example is 9m (30ft) long x 2.4m (8ft) wide. The project is broken into sections (pages) which include working plans, construction details, roof details, and materials. Each ...
How to build a Wendy House
Introduction The Wendy House A Wendy house is basically a playhouse with a few feminine touches added. With a little imagination, customized touches can be added to your Wendy house ...
How to build a Kid’s Racing Car Bed
Introduction Section 1: Section 1.1. Introduction This is a compact race car bed and is a good size for kids up to the age of 8 or so. It does not take up nearly as much room as a ...
How to build a Chicken Coop
The Ultimate Chicken Coop by Les Kenny Preface I originally designed 'The Ultimate Chicken Coop' for a monthly magazine called the 'Lifestyle Block' - a practical small farm guide.. ...
How to make a compact folding picnic table
Introduction From picnic table to bench seat in one easy move. This compact one-piece folding picnic table can be neatly folded back into a single bench seat and tucked away in a corner of ...
How to make a Sliding Gate
Introduction Time to replace the double hinged driveway gates with a single sliding gate. Why? For both practical reasons and convenience.The existing gates were only a couple of years old and ...
