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How do I build a rustic trellis that will hide this ugly shed?

My lot backs onto the line where this unsightly, cinder-block shed sits. I need an idea to hide it. I have saved a lot of fallen walnut & maple tree branches that I'd... See more
How do I build a tall heavy duty plant stand?

I have 2 majesty palm plants. Right now I've got them on 2 plant stands that have to lean against the wall for support. I'd like to build two plant stands that are ta... See more
Howto build a roof over a tree stump?

Build a roof over a stump that has room under it for fairy stuff
How to make a decorative river rock wall

Looking to DIY a rock look on a wall. Would like to find something I can sculpt my own rocks with. I have been told cement would be to heavy on a drywall backing. Do... See more
Can you make your own rain gutters?

I'm interested in creating homemade rain gutters for the second-floor balcony of my house, and I'd love to learn from your knowledge. Can you please share your DIY ra... See more
Cheapest way to make a large retaining wall

I have almost 1/3 of an acre backyard that I will be re-establishing soon, and one of the projects will be a 2-3 ft tall retaining wall that will be approx. 25 feet ... See more
How to make a homemade pool?

Hey everyone!I've got this outdoor area that's totally underused, and I'm itching to transform it into a refreshing paradise for the summer. Now, instead of taking th... See more
Can I use composite decking for an outside dog kennel floor?

I am putting up a new 10 x 10 outside dog kennel. I need to place it on a "floor" so the dog can't dig under the wire fence kennel. I can use cement sidewalk blocks b... See more
Would it look right to put an outdoor kitchen under screened pool?

I just moved into this house coming from a house in the country from lots of land; so this type of home is very new to me. It's a typical Florida home with a screened... See more
How can I repair a rip in my canvas gazebo?

I have a 10x12 gazebo bolted to my deck. It is domed so it is very tall. I was trying to take the top down this Fall and accidentally ripped a hole in the canvas. Th... See more
Sandbags for landscaping

Has anyone ever used sand bags to border a driveway or flower bed ? We are buying a place in the woods with no sidewalks ( yet ), no paved drive way ( yet ). I was ... See more
How to adjoin a future carport roof to an existing garage roof?

I'm planning on putting in a carport on the side of my house. I would like to join the car port roof with 5ft roof over the front of the garage. I'm new to roofing. I... See more
How do I make my chainlink fence into a privacy fence?

How do I build a fence with tobacco sticks?

I have thousands of 80+ year old tobacco sticks. I'd like to use them to fence my yard, particularly the back fence line (mature trees and an ancient wire fence that ... See more
How do I create a temporary shade for an outdoor event?

Our small town park has a bandstand with a concrete pad in front of it, 100'x40' that's used mostly for basketball. We have entertainment coming to town and would lik... See more