Top 100 Several Weekends Projects

1. 46. How to Create a Brick Patio

   

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   Who doesn't love being outdoors on a pretty day? And what better way to enjoy it than relaxing on your own brick patio.

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $500 - $1,000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

2. 47. How to Build Raised Garden Beds

   

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   Follow these simple steps to clear the space, prep the soil and shield against weeds for raised garden beds.

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $250 - $500

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

3. 48. How To Create Decorative Porch Brackets

   

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   Learn how to build Victorian porch brackets to replace damaged and missing ones.

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $1,000 - $2,500

   Difficulty:

   Hard

4. 49. How To Build a Floating Deck

   

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   A floating deck adds a great elevated place to sit and enjoy a view of a yard. Only a few inches off the ground, this platform takes a ...

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $1,000 - $2,500

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

5. 50. How to Build Custom Upper Cabinets

   

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   Carter Oosterhouse shows how to build custom upper cabinets using the glue-and-biscuits technique.

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $1,000 - $2,500

   Difficulty:

   Hard

6. 51. How to Build a Backyard Retreat

   

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   Paul Ryan, host of Weekend Handyman, demonstrates how to build a backyard retreat. This 8' x 10' getaway cottage comes in a kit that ca...

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $500 - $1,000

   Difficulty:

   Hard

7. 52. How to Build a Bordered Gravel Patio

   

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   This posh patio bordered with and filled with gravel is moderately challenging to build, but easy to maintain and a snap to change to a...

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $1,000 - $2,500

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

8. 53. How to Install a Marble Sink and Countertop

   

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   DIY expert Paul Ryan shows how natural stone can transform a kitchen.

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $2,500 - $5,000

   Difficulty:

   Hard

9. 54. How to Create a Home Sports Center

   

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   Are you a sports fan who hates to miss a single second of team action? Host Fuad Reveiz shows how to create a sports room that includes...

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $500 - $1,000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

10. 55. How to Add Drywall and Refinish a Garage

    

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    Use these step-by-step instructions from the DIY to the Rescue team and turn a garage into a wonderful workshop. Learn how to add drywa...

    Time:

    Several Weekends

    Cost:

    $1,000 - $2,500

    Difficulty:

    Hard

11. 56. How to Install Hardwood Floors Over Concrete

    

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    This DIY Basic provides tips on installing hardwoods over concrete.

    Time:

    Several Weekends

    Cost:

    $500 - $1,000

    Difficulty:

    Moderate to Hard

12. 57. How to Build a Shade Canopy Frame To A Deck

    

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    Step-by-step instructions for building a shade canopy frame structure for your deck.

    Time:

    Several Weekends

    Cost:

    $1,000 - $2,500

    Difficulty:

    Hard

13. 58. How to Harvest Seeds

    

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    Rather than buying new seed every year, harvesting your own seed is cheap and easy to do.

    Time:

    Several Weekends

    Cost:

    $1 - $50

    Difficulty:

    Easy

14. 59. How to Build a Spiral Staircase

    

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    Learn how to build an outdoor spiral staircase that allows people to go from upper to lower deck without going inside the house.

    Time:

    Several Weekends

    Cost:

    $2,500 - $5,000

    Difficulty:

    Hard

15. 60. How to Install Stone Steps

    

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    Replacing worn-out steps with attractive flagstone steps provides a more inviting entry into any outdoor space.

    Time:

    Several Weekends

    Cost:

    $500 - $1,000

    Difficulty:

    Hard