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25/06/2023

How to build a deck: A Comprehensive DIY Guide for Your Outdoor Oasis

A deck is a wonderful addition to any home, providing an outdoor space for relaxation, entertainment, and enjoyment. In this blog post, we will guide you through the process of building a deck, from planning and designing to the finishing touches and maintenance. Whether you’re a seasoned DIY enthusiast or a beginner, this step-by-step guide will help you create a...

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12/04/2023

Christmas Sleigh with West Highland White Terriers instead of Reindeers

Want to make a Christmas sleigh with West Highland Terriers as reindeer yard display. The following post is a step by step process of building a Christmas display. Westies pattern making Find the images you want to use for your Christmas sleigh with westies and turn them into outlines. Trace the images with a black marker and scan into your...

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16/12/2022

How to make a Christmas Santa’s sleigh

Christmas Santa Sleigh Are you wanting to learn how to make a Christmas Santa’s sleigh? We have gathered Christmas sleigh ideas for you. You can make a Christmas sleigh from many materials, wood, clay, paper, cardboard and countless other materials. The first sleighs we’ll look at are made of wood, it may be plywood, or MDF or pallet wood. Wooden...

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16/08/2022

How to make an electric planer sled

How to make an electric planer sled Do you need to plane a wide board or timber slab? Check out this fantastic idea, by J-Woodworking, how to build an electric planer sled. Ever thought using a router to plane smooth a slab or wide board would take a fair length of time. Why knot use your electric planer. This is...

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17/04/2022

How to concrete resurface a tiled patio

We’ll show you how to renovate an old tiled patio with concrete resurfacing. TIP: Get a helper for this project, and things will go smoother. First step Check that your tile surface is suitable for concrete resurfacing. Tiles that are loose or missing will have to be reglued or filled. Any repairs that need to be done prior to resurfacing...

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29/03/2022

8 Common raised garden mistakes made by beginners

Raised beds are one of the most popular ways to garden, especially in urban spaces like a urban front yard. But there are some mistakes that you can make, especially in your first couple of years of growing that can really hamper your success, which is why we’re talking about exactly how to avoid them. I’ve made just about all...

Yard Care

26/11/2021

5 ways to use a car jack in the workshop

We’ll show you 5 ways to use a car jack in your workshop. Getting your hands on an old scissor lift car jack is easy. There are many ways you can use these in or around your home or workshop. 1. Bench Clamp Here’s an idea from Men’s Craft. The video shows how to build a clamp for gluing up...

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19/08/2021

How to install a leaf catcher to your down pipes

We’ll show you how to install a leaf catcher to your down pipes and what tools you’ll need. Tools required Drill and drills Tape measure Multi tool or hack saw Pencil or marker Sealant Screws or pop rivets Leaf catcher There are many styles of leaf catcher available, but the basic design is a large collection area covered with a...

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08/06/2021

DIY How to change a wheelbarrow tire

In this post I’ll show you how to change a wheelbarrow tire. What tools you’ll need and a video that shows you how to change a wheelbarrow tire. Usually you have to change or fix your wheelbarrow tire when it gets a puncture. You can either repair the inner tube or buy a new inner tube depending on how badly...

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04/06/2021

How to prune roses for beginners and get more flowers

A beginners guide how to pruning roses. Why do you need to prune your roses? It’s important to prune roses for 3 reasons. To remove and reduce disease or damage parts of the rose. Allows more air to circulate through the rose bush and lets more light into the center of the rose bush. When to prune your roses Roses...

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