47 How-Tos From Ahmed Hassan

1. 21. How to Build a Boulder Bench

   

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   Don't worry about a high wind tipping over this custom seating: Any breeze that could move this boulder-attached bench would probably d...

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $100 to $250

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

2. 22. How to Create Sunken Walkway Planters

   

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   Half-sunken containers add height and interest to a garden bed.

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $50 to $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

3. 23. How to Install a Dry Creek Bed

   

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   Control the flow of rainwater across your landscape with an easy-to-install dry creek bed.

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $500 to $1000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

4. 24. How to Build a Redwood Shade Structure

   

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   Fun in the sun is a lot more fun if there's a well-built shady area to cool off.

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $500 to $1000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

5. 25. How to Resurface a Pool Patio

   

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   The pros sand down an old concrete surface, resurface the area and spice things up with a fabulous new color treatment.

   Time:

   Two Days

   Cost:

   $1000 to $2500

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

6. 26. How to Create a Tree Stump Table

   

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   What to do with that unsightly tree stump? Don't spend the time, money and effort to dig it out, turn it into a functional piece of f...

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $50 to $100

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

7. 27. How To Build a Cabana

   

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   People pay big bucks to relax in the cabanas at Vegas resorts, so why not bring Vegas home? This cabana adds a level of casual sophisti...

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $500 to $1000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

8. 28. How To Build the Ultimate Fire Pit

   

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   This project started with an existing gas fire pit, set on the ground. Learn how to raise it up by stacking a black slate and fill it w...

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $1000 to $2500

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

9. 29. How To Remodel a Deck

   

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   Learn how to open up a deck by removing a railing and building steps to wrap around and match the existing steps. A stain treatment giv...

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $500 to $1000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

10. 30. How To Make a Flagstone Patio

    

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    Flagstones laid on sand and filled in with decomposed granite create a firm foundation for a great entertaining space.

    Time:

    Weekend

    Cost:

    $500 to $1000

    Difficulty:

    Easy to Moderate