When you’re looking to invest in a major outdoor structure such as a deck, it’s important to look at many factors: cost, look, and upkeep. And you might come across a lot of information on the types of materials you can use. Wood vs. Composite The folks over at Wood, Naturally have put together a brief […]
Choosing wood with all of the options at the lumber aisle or yard can be a bit daunting. When you know you want to use Southern Yellow Pine for your building project, there are a few things you can see on the label stamped on every piece of SYP. We put together this handy infographic to […]
By Martha Retallick, WIR Contributor Got poor quality soil? Want a garden? Don’t have a ton of space, or would like to manage the space you have? There’s a solution: It’s called a raised garden bed, and we’ll show you how to…
by Robert Wyatt, WIR Contributor Compared to building the foundation, installing decking boards is much more fun since this is what your friends and family will actually “see.” With a little planning and care you can avoid some rookie mistakes such as uneven gaps, raised or missing screw heads, and cracked or split deck boards. […]
We love floating shelves. They are so much easier to make and install that people realize and they have the added benefit of hinting at a bit of magic keeping them up there. They add storage with a nice decorative flare, to any space – from your garage to your kitchen to everywhere in between. […]
by Bryan | Jan 13, 2019 | DIY projects Saving Etta Wood. It’s Real. was delighted to help Brittany Bailey of Pretty Handy Girl with her big ol’ building project: Saving Etta. She purchased this charming home, in need of some major rehab, and brought her back to life. We…
by Bryan | Nov 18, 2015 | Environmental By Esme Purdie, WIR Contributor One of the things we love most about Southern Yellow Pine is that it has a negative carbon footprint and is completely sustainable. So if you want to plan an environmentally friendly building project, then look no…
We present to you the third and final video in the how-to-build-a-deck series we worked on with Mark of My Fix It Up Life. First, he showed tips, tricks, and techniques for building a deck. Then he tackled installing joists, hardware, and posts. And now, he’s wrapping it all up and finishing up this project. […]
by Ginny Giles | Sep 11, 2023 | DIY projects April Wilkerson Presents a Timeless Creation Crafted from Sturdy Southern Yellow Pine There’s a timeless allure to a country-style porch swing, evoking memories of serene afternoons and lazy summer days. April Wilkerson, our favorite home… by Bryan | Dec 3, 2015 | DIY projects You […]
by Bryan | May 6, 2016 | Decking Your Southern Yellow Pine (SYP) deck is looking better all the time. By Robert Wyatt, WIR Contributor What started out as a sketch on a legal pad and some footing holes in your backyard is starting to resemble something to enjoy for years to… by Bryan | Mar […]
by Bryan | Apr 4, 2016 | Decking A Southern Yellow Pine DIY deck project by Robert Wyatt, WIR Contributor Summer is starting and I’m two-thirds of the way through my fourth lifetime “DIY deck project.” Each time I tackle this undertaking I see things I’ve learned (from my…
A Wood Deck Dictionary “A deck is essentially an outdoor floor supported by a frame, posts, and footings secured in the ground; assembled in stages; and built from the ground up. The following terms define all of the important components of a… Everything You Need to Know About Pine Flooring Southern Yellow Pine flooring has […]
Working with wood is a labor of love and, sometimes, a livelihood for DIYers. There is an abundance of resources out there to help DIYers on any project…here’s a look at several Woodworking Apps. We aren’t triaging, ranking or… Working with wood is a practice of trial and error and, depending on your project and […]
by Bryan | Jun 26, 2015 | Decking There are thousands of different species of wood with varying colors and characteristics (talk to a forester, they’ll tell you all about it). Of those thousands of species, we usually divide wood into two types: hardwood and softwood. But are…
