Unless you live in the desert, your roof will need more than just a layer of shingles to protect it from the elements. Roofing felt, also know as felt paper…
Outdoor Carpentry
Marine plywood is a higher grade of plywood than that used around the home. It needs special care and attention when painting because of its immersion in water due to…
Marine plywood is considered one of the toughest and most durable varieties of plywood on the market. It is used for building kayaks, boats, and docks. The plywood was designed…
Marine plywood is constructed of waterproof glue which makes the product suitable for use outside on water. A wooden boat that is in need of repairs requires marine grade plywood.…
Marine-grade plywood differs from ordinary-grade plywood or external-grade plywood in a number of ways. Marine plywood usually contains a larger number of plies, or layers, per quarter of an inch…
A purlin is a horizontal beam or bar used for structural support in buildings, most commonly in a roof. Purlins are supported either by rafters or the walls of the…
Build one of our sheds onto a wooden shed base with this short video. It’s really quick and easy to do and takes away the hassle of having to build…
If you have an open carport and want to protect your vehicles, it’s not that hard to build a roof for your carport.
Build a wood fire in a fireplace by following this guide.Whether it is a gentle glow on a romantic evening or a cheerful crackle on a wintry afternoon, nothing can…
Loft windows, skylights and dormers are all openings in a roof that allow more light inside under the rafters. Dormers usually have vertical windows while loft windows and skylights follow…