This blog provides free diy plans for your garden. Therefore, we shouw you how to build an outdoor pizza oven, how to build a barbeque or a gazebo. All our plans are free and come with all the tips you need to know for a professional result.
If you have a new or old house and you want a quick but essential upgrade, building walkways is The Project. You can build the walkways with concrete or pavers, and thus protect the house foundation from the elements.
You can build the walkways by yourself because the process is relatively easy. However, an extra pair of hands will help and speed up the process. You will need to mix concrete and then pour it around the house.
You can see the step by step process with lots of tips and tricks, by checking out my video. The video covers everything starting with removing the vegetation layer up to the formwork, pouring the concrete layer and then installing the pavers.
You can also see a full tutorial with written instructions and images HERE. If the ground around the house has a slope, you need to make steps. No need to worry, my friend, because they have you covered with everything!
If you are like me, you will be continuously searching for new projects that will make your garden stand out. Being a constant struggle I have been always searching for the best projects to tackle. Recently I have developed an obsession on stone projects and I love everything that is related to it. Stone is such a nice material and it will add tons of value to your property.
You can choose from tons of stone colors and textures and everything that is built with it will last for hundreds of years. Below you will find a project that shows you all the steps needed build a super simple path with stone.
Building a garden stone path will help you make your property stand out. I can assure you will not be disappointed with this project because it is very durable and it makes a huge difference on your garden design.
If you want to build a nice driveway for your property, you can follow this video and save tons of money by making it by yourself. The most important thing about this project is to have a really nice and sturdy support for the driveway. Therefore, remove the top layer of soil and then compact it properly.
When you pour the concrete form you need to make a nice formwork and level it thoroughly. Screed the concrete along the form slats and let it dry out for a few days.
Install the concrete borders along the concrete driveway and level them with a spirit level. Next lay a 1" thick layer of sand and screed it. Compact the sand. As a tip, you need to make sure the sand is moist, otherwise you can't compact it thoroughly.
Install the pavers using a mallet. Work in small portions and check the rows are properly installed. After you install all the paver blocks you need to fill the gaps between them with fine sand. The fine sand will lock all the pavers together tightly.
If you want to build a brick house or fence, the masonry techniques will help you save time and get a quality project. Using large blocks to make the wall needs some basic skills that you can develop by following my tips.
First of all, you need a strong foundation for the brick wall. Therefore, use an engineer to determine the depth of the foundation and the rebar configuration. In addition, I recommend you to make strong forms for the foundations, so the elevation is plumb and durable.
Secondly, you need to sink the blocks in water before installing them because they will bond together better. Mix mortar in a wheelbarrow and then use a trowel to apply it to the foundation. Start laying bricks at both ends of the row and then use a guiding string so you can lay the rest of the bricks straight.
Use a spirit level to check if the wall is plumb.
Remove the excess mortar so you can save money and get a professional result.
Form the columns and then pour concrete so you strengthen the structure. Let it dry out for a few days and then make sure you remove the forms.
Last but not least, you can finish the brick wall as you desire. You can install natural stone or you can render it and apply decorative paint.
Building a brick house has numerous advantages over a light wooden structure. First of all, a brick house is built on a super durable and strong concrete structure that is reinforced with rebars. Therefore, a brick house, if properly maintained, will last for hundreds of years. In addition, a brick house is more resistant to the elements and to potential fires.
On the other hand, a brick house construction is a time consuming process that takes 1-2 years, because there are steps that you cannot skip over. Being a heavy construction, you need proper foundations that are expensive and take a few months to make. In addition, building a brick house is more expensive than a wooden house, because it requires tons of rebars and tons of concrete for the ceilings, foundations and pillars.
The video above shows you what it takes to build a brick house from the ground up. Starting with the foundation, up the to first floor walls, the concrete ceiling, the second floor walls, the second ceiling and the roof, this video covers all steps, so you can really build the brick home of your dreams.
Today is a great day because... we have chicken coop! I have spent the whole days gathering together a super nice collection of chicken coop videos. If you are like me, videos are 10x better than written articles, because you can actually see how everything comes together and how it looks like when assembled.
I cannot even tell you how cool is to raise your own chickens and have fresh eggs every single day! It is not self sustaining yet, but it is a small step towards that direction. In addition, if you have small kids, they will be more than impressed with the acquaintance. The chickens are lively, colorful and very loud! That sums up what kids enjoy!
Some of the following coops come with a run, which is handy, because you don't want the chickens running all over the place and destroying your flowers and plants. In addition, some coops are elevated while others look more like a shed.
This is by any means a super complete list, but it is a very nice step in that direction. You can find here many types of chicken coops and several sizes. However, most of these coops are relatively small... just great for a family.
Make sure you check out everything before you start building, because each video has its own approach on building the chicken coop. This is an eclectic collection so be prepared to be carried through a large array of designs, sizes and structures.
If you are here, you must be interested in shed building plans and tips. Or... you might have end up here due to the latest google algorithm... haha Joking!
I have seen a lot of sheds in my life and with all modesty, I can attest that these are good and solid choices if you want to add storage space in your backyard.
As you probably already know, these sheds come is several shapes: lean to, gable, gambrel, run in and even saltbox. This is a list of the most common shed sizes outthere, along with the corresponding videos.
Therefore, if you want a small storage shed you could choose a 8x12 structure. Moreover, you can build a 10x10 shed if you love a square shape. If you are serious about storing your garden tools and other items, you need to go for a 12x16 shed. I have two ideas for you: a lean to shed and a gable shed,
As you can notice in the videos, you can place the doors on the front or on the sides. Moreover, you can build double or single doors for easy or difficult access to the interior of the shed.
I am totally new to concrete projects but I am super eager to join the this wagon along with other makers that have focused on these type of projects. Concrete work rocks!
So people this is a fence that is built 80 percent of concrete and 20 percent of wooden boards. The gates are made of metal, but that is another story.
I have a very good opinion about this fence because it is sturdy and it will help us make history. This video carries you step by step along the building process. It is super exciting, so make sure you take a look over the instructions.
Hello everybody! It has been a while since I have last wrote something on this awesome, awesome blog. You know how they say it... life happens... and it usually takes time for life to happen... However, I am back again alive and kicking and I have an interesting topic to talk (actually write) about. If you have a house but you still love nature more, you can build an attached pergola to add more living space while keeping the costs low.
You probably know that pergola projects are expensive so you should really check out these attached pergola plans, because they will show you how to save tons of money by making the project by yourself. If you are like me and have a few tools in the box, you should complete this project is less than one week. Make sure you work with attention and plan everything from the very beginning.
Everyone wants to find love, but that feeling of deep satisfaction should not be found in another person, as you have so many other possibilities of self expression. Building, making or creating are all great option to go to the next level and feel yourself fulfilled.
See plans for a 10x10 detached pergola Here. If you really want to create some shade in your backyard, this pergola is the right solution for your needs, as it is easy to make, sturdy, beautiful and it comes with step by step instructions. I really love how well is everything put together, so if you want to go with no issues, this is the project to follow.
This is the last project I have selected for this article. A super nice Japanese style pergola that you can build super quickly with construction lumber and a few nice tools. The road to greatness is hard but so are the rewards. That is why I recommend you to start building and give yourself time to improve and learn all the tricks and tips. See free pergola plans here!
Building a 12x16 lean to shed could be one of the best home decisions you have ever taken. This shed is super easy to build and it will help you organize all your tools, equipment properly. If you have many items to store and the house isn't large enough any more, building a basic shed with 2x4 framing is the right choice.
If I would build a shed for myself, I would pour a concrete floor, because I see it as more durable and somehow heavy duty. That is why, with some large double doors to the front, you could use the storage shed for ATVs, bikes or even motorcycles.
12x16 Lean to Shed - Video
I love building and I have a few tools in my collection. However, for this shed you mainly need a drill and a saw. Of course, you also need a spirit level and a tape measure and a carpentry square. If you in need for a smaller shed, because of the local building codes or you just don't need that much of a shed, I have you covered with another nice tutorial.
I have found free plans for a 10x12 lean to shed, and I guarantee for them that they are accurate. This will be much cheaper to build, as it is a scaled down version. Make sure you get some help from a handy friend, because assembling the shed frame and maneuvering the materials is quite time and energy consuming.
If you want to build a picnic table and you have found the traditional 6 ft design, I would recommend you to take into account a new approach. Therefore, you have right here a design that adds up a picnic table with a covered roof structure.
This must be one of my favorite designs lately and that is why I am super excited to share it with you guys. And from what I see in the video, the plans are really easy for anyone to make in one weekend or so.
The second design refers to a cool kids picnic table with sandbox included. As you can see in this step by step video, this picnic table is sturdy and easy to build. I really want to hear your opinions about these 2 designs. You can be really honest, because this is the only place in the world where you are free to share your 100 percent honest thoughts.
