When the summer sun heats things up, it’s time to find temporary relief. But when you get tired of the pool and the kid’s are bored by the sprinkler, it’s time to hit the local lake. And after sitting on a fish-infested shore or a rocky beach, it may be time to buy a boat….
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Articles about building and repairing outbuildings like sheds, barns, playhouses, tree houses, greenhouses, gazebos, and more.
Storm Shelters Give Respite from The Storm
Safe Rooms are underground structures built to provide a safe haven from severe weather conditions. These shelters, along with reinforced, above ground safe rooms, are often the difference between life and death in the event of a tornado or severe tropical storm. This fact alone makes this a home improvement addition well worth the money…
Outdoor Storage Sheds
Has your garage become overrun with lawn and garden equipment? An outdoor storage shed might provide the extra space you need. But before you run out to the home improvement store, here are some things you might consider. To Build a Shed? Be sure to check any building codes or zoning laws in your area….
The Carriage House: Garage and Guest Quarters Rolled into One
Before automobiles were popular and garages became standard fare in American homes, there was the carriage house. Historically it was a structure set off from the main home on wealthier estates that included a place to park the family carriage and a stable to house the horses in. With the rise in popularity of automobiles,…
Small Wonder: Portable and Mini Greenhouses
Many gardeners feel the subtle pings of disappointment when winter comes around. They put away shovel and spade and wait, as patiently as possible, for the ground to thaw. There are a hardy few, however, that manage to maintain at least a small garden all year round in their greenhouses. A greenhouse will certainly allow…
Expand your Land with Outbuilding Plans
Additions to the home are a great way to increase its financial value, square footage, and overall potential. However, it’s sometimes not possible to add a room directly to the home due to foundation dilemmas, property line limitations, or other obstructions in your preexisting construction. But if you still want to add space to your…
Tree Houses and Playhouses for Kids
It’s good for kids to have a place they can call their own; a place where they make the rules and call the shots (no boys/girls allowed, for example). Having a playhouse or tree house is not just about playing—it’s about independence, too. It’s nice for them to have a place where they can feel…
Build a Tree House for Your Kids
If you’re thinking about doing something special for the kids, few projects have as much tradition and mystique as the tree house. Building a tree house is a deceptively simple project. A kid tree house doesn’t take the precision or craftsmanship of stone tile or custom built furniture, but special considerations must be taken to…
Greenhouse Design
Greenhouse design is dependent on how you intend to use your greenhouse and your budget. There is a wide range of materials and equipment available to choose from, with an equally wide range of costs and uses. That being said, it’s important to educate yourself on what’s out there before you shop, so that you…
Benefits of Pressure-Treated Wood
Pressure-treated wood is wood that has been infused with chemical preservatives to protect the wood from rot and insects. The wood is placed in a depressurized holding tank that removes the air and replaces it with a preservative. The most important thing to understand about this pressure treatment is that the process is, by far,…