This wall mounted drafting table is designed to take an A2 size paper sheet or pad.
Note: A2 paper size is 420mm x 594mm (16 1/2"x 23 3/8")
This is a most practical desk to have in an office ...
Introduction - Materials
Introduction
This is a larger than normal traditional picnic table, which at a push can seat eight adults.
The table is 2000mm (80") long and the top is 800mm (32") ...
Introduction, positioning and post holes
Introduction.
In this project the measurements are given in both metric (mm) and imperial (inches). The metric dimensions are written first followed by ...
Introduction
The inspiration for this project came from a chair I saw in the grounds of Nottingham Castle in Nottingham, England.That was back in 2009.
Below is a photo of the chair in ...
Introduction - Plans - Lumber
Introduction
A fair amount of thought had to go into the design of these gates.The driveway had an uphill slope, therefore the bottom of the gates had to be about ...
An attached pergola by Les Kenny
This is a solid 'box' pergola, so called because it is built with rows of solid blocking between the rafters forming rows of square or oblong boxes. This type ...
Introduction and material list
Introduction
The idea for this project came from a bench that I spotted in the zoo whilst on a trip to Melbourne, Australia (see picture to the ...
Introduction
This glasshouse was constructed with minimal tools. The complete frame was cut out using just a circular power saw, as were all the rebates, trenches, and chamfers.
I designed and ...
Making the formwork profile
Introduction
When the concrete gate posts were first made we didn't give too much thought as to what sort of cap would adorn the tops.Then, while on a ...
Ft and inch version
This project shows how to make a child's pushcart.
This type of lumber cart is by no means new. In fact, the basic design has been around for many years, which is really a ...
Introduction
This 8ft (2400mm) diameter octagonal Gazebo is one of the more simple and cost effective octagonal gazebos to build.The entire gazebo is constructed out of rough sawn (not ...
Introduction and photos
When asked to build granddaughter an indoor rabbit hutch for her second birthday, I was forced to acknowledge that I knew very little about rabbits and hutches and in fact ...
Materials and post installation
Materials to use100x100 (4x4) posts2400 (8ft) long. Can either be sawn (rough) or dressed (smooth). Must be of stock suitable for in ground applications. Posts ...
Bench or picnic table for the kids
Introduction
A mighty little bench come picnic table ideal for kids around the three to six year age group (give or take a year or so depending on the ...
So... You would like to replace your existing window with a ranch slider or with a set of french doors. This article contains eazy to follow, step-by-step instructions to help you along the way, ...
Simply Measure, Cut, Drill & Assemble!
This scooter is an example of how something mechanical can be made just by using standard materials that can be purchased from most building supply ...
Introduction, navigation & wood sizes
This bridge was constructed entirely on the back lawn, showing that you do not always need an elaborate workshop or shed to undertake such a project. ...
Introduction
This is a good solid outdoor table with a separate stand-alone bench.The plans allow for one bench, but it would be easy enough to double up and make two benches if you prefer a ...
Introduction
This detailed shed plan-set is in both Standard and metric dimensions. There is more detail about the measurements on the next page.
The shed is built on skids, meaning that ...
Introduction
Why have a kid sleep in a full-size bed when a kid's-sized bed will do the trick ever so comfortably and free up much needed bedroom space?
These beds are for kids. They are ...
Introduction | Measurements used | Description
How to build a multipurpose frame that can be used as a brachiation ladder (monkey bars),a swing frame, and as it turned out - even a frame to ...
Introduction and about the wood sizes
How to build a Kid's Play Fort
A fort that will provide hours of fun for kids young and old!
This detailed plan-set with step-by-step ...
Metric version
Materials required:
The lumber sizes referred to in this project are the nominal sizes. The nominal size of a piece of lumber is the size of the lumber before it is dressed or ...
Introduction and Sectional Plan Drawing
When building a low retaining wall in the garden or backyard for whatever reason (maybe just to level the section a bit), including some steps into the ...
Introduction
Board-and-batten shed plans, drawings, instructions
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This article contains plans, drawings and step-by-step instructions for a ...
Introduction
The London police box was a little shed type structure used mainly as a communications base for patrolling police officers prior to the age of mobile telecommunications.
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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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...