Top 100 Building Projects

1. 1. Deck Fasteners from A to Z (01:42)

   

   Take a look at a variety of fastener styles available for a deck project.

2. 2. Precise Deck Board Spacing (01:21)

   

   Find out how to space the deck boards properly for optimal drainage.

3. 3. DIY Paper Quilt (04:49)

   

   Get step-by-step directions for creating a building block paper quilt.

4. 4. Energy Efficient Homebuilding (05:16)

   

   From new construction techniques to better designed heating and cooling systems, host Lynda Lyday explores some of the b...

5. 5. Quick and Easy Stair Treads (01:16)

   

   Complete this step of the project by installing the stair treads. With these valuable tips and timesaving hints, install...

6. 6. Assembling the Mahogany Stand (05:08)

   

   With the legs completed, woodworker David Marks fabricates the mahogany shelves, including cutting subtle curves in the ...

7. 7. Blog Cabin 2007

   Visit the cozy mountain retreat built in the Great Smoky Mountains. DIY's first Blog Cabin featured a green metal roof, ...

8. 8. Checklist for Selecting a Property

   Blog Cabin provides a checklist for selecting a new home site.

9. 9. How to Build a Garage Closet

   

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   Host Karl Champley shows how to add storage to a garage by building a closet.

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $250 - $500

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

10. 10. Build a Tiki Hut (03:52)

    

    An entertaining guide to creating your own tiki hut for your next party.

11. 11. Quick Acting Clamps (00:57)

    

    Home improvement expert Karl Champley vlogs about quick acting clamps.

12. 12. Planning a Walkway (01:00)

    

    Add beauty to your landscape with a stepping-stone walkway.

13. 13. How to Make a Desk From Old Cabinets

    

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    Re-use old cabinets to add a country-style touch to your kitchen furniture. Learn how to refurbish your old kitchen cabi...

    Time:

    Two Days

    Cost:

    $100 - $250

    Difficulty:

    Easy

14. 14. Handrails and Supports (00:33)

    

    Begin the stairway stage of the deck project. Follow along as a beam is attached to the post with carriage bolts, creat...

15. 15. Build A Garden Shed (02:01)

    

    Reduce clutter in the garage by building a garden shed. These steps will take you through the entire process, including ...