Top 100 Building Projects

1. 1. Stairway Stringer Layout (00:58)

   

   Begin work on fabricating the stairway stringers, the boards that support the stairs. Host Jeff Wilson cover the basics ...

2. 2. Selecting the Best Decking (00:25)

   

   Valuable tips and hints for selecting the best decking boards to fit your budget.

3. 3. Basic Steps to Build a Multi-Level Frame

   

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   DIY Network offers this seven-step process for building a two-story frame for your home.

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $10,000 - $15,000

   Difficulty:

   Hard

4. 4. Beam and Joists Basics (01:02)

   

   After cutting joists to length, host Jeff Wilson shows how install the first beam and joist, using a pneumatic nail gun...

5. 5. Building an NFL Stadium (20:01)

   

6. 6. Blog Cabin Picnic Table (00:35)

   

7. 7. Easy Tips for Cutting Boards (01:19)

   

   Try this simple method for making nice even cuts, for decking boards and railings. By using a speed square, make super s...

8. 8. How To Build a Planter Box

   

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   This planter box is built with a top and a bottom exterior frame, with cedar panels affixed to the frame and bottom. Jus...

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $1 - $50

   Difficulty:

   Easy

9. 9. Decks Joists and Center Beam (00:34)

   

   Get in-depth information and tips about deck joists, the center beam, and the support posts. For the deck project, Jeff ...

10. 10. Spray Insulation (02:13)

    

    Learn to insulate your house with this step-by-step advice from Home IQ.

11. 11. Blog Cabin 2007

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

12. 12. Helpful Spade Drill Bits (01:32)

    

    For projects and home improvement projects, spade bits are perfect for cutting holes and are terrific for many other app...

13. 13. How To Build a Sun-Fighting Trellis

    

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    A custom cedar trellis turns down the heat so plants can thrive.

    Time:

    Day

    Cost:

    $100 - $250

    Difficulty:

    Easy to Moderate

14. 14. DIY: Old-Fashioned Breakfast Table

    

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    Turn old banister bars and a tray into a very clever side table.

    Time:

    --

    Cost:

    $50 - $100

    Difficulty:

    Easy to Moderate

15. 15. How To Build a Backyard Teepee

    

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    This mini teepee is perfect for any kid's next backyard powwow.

    Time:

    Weekend

    Cost:

    $100 - $250

    Difficulty:

    Moderate