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Top 63 Lumber Projects

  1. 1. Components of a House Frame

    DIY Network host Jeff Wilson offers information about the different components that make up a house frame.

  2. 2. Building a Green Doghouse (01:00)

    This doghouse is built on the same green principles as a human home.

  3. 3. Building a Sawhorse (00:20:00)

    Sturdy and dependable sawhorses are easy to build from lumber.

  4. 4. Build a Doghouse Full Project (14:01)

    Here's how to build a doghouse out of a single sheet of plywood and lumber.

  5. 5. Playhouse (05:04)

    This playhouse is constructed using solid framing techniques.

  6. 6. More Than Meets the Eye (04:09)

    The team tackles a bathroom that looks perfectly fine -- from a distance.

  7. 7. Basics of Hardwood Flooring (01:02)

    Here are the DIY Basics of hardwood flooring.

  8. 8. Choosing Materials for Arches and Pergolas

    Learn what construction materials are necessary to build a do-it-yourself arch or pergola with these tips from DIY Network.

  9. 9. How to Make a Lumber Rack

    DIY experts explain how to make a lumber rack that will help keep any workshop organized. Screw the lumber rack into a permanent spot i...

    Time:
    2 hours
    Cost:
    $1 - $50
    Difficulty:
    Easy to Moderate
  10. 10. Installing Laminate Flooring (00:01:02)

    Here are the DIY Basics for installing laminate flooring.

  11. 11. Lumber Wizard (00:01:31)

    Find out where the metal is in recovered lumber to avoid damaging tools.

  12. 12. How to Build Reclaimed Wood Shelves

    Host Amy Wynn Pastor shows how to build rustic shelving using salvaged antique timbers.

    Time:
    Several Weekends
    Cost:
    $500 - $1,000
    Difficulty:
    Hard
  13. 13. Luxury Condo (20:01)

    Amy extends hardwood floors, adds new lighting and more.

  14. 14. Estimating Deck Materials (02:06)

    Learn how to estimate materials for any deck building project.

  15. 15. Platform Bed (00:01:00)

    Here are the DIY Basics for updating a bedroom with a platform bed.

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