In this week's workshop renovation episode, I finally get the grading work done outside the shop and also dig and pour the concrete footings for the big front porch project! I also built a DIY window well to keep water away from the window openings on the side of the workshop.
Read MoreIn part 4 of my dream workshop renovation, we frame a room for my CNC plus build a wooden platform to cover up some issues in the floor.
Read MoreIn part 3 of my dream workshop renovation, I cover framing the exterior walls along with boarding up the windows!
Read MoreI'm renovating a 50 year old workshop to transform it into my dream woodworking shop. Welcome to part 2, where I cover demoing the floor framing in the attic area to fix some structural issues!
Read MoreLearn how to install touch to open kitchen cabinets (or regular frameless cabinets) in your kitchen!
Read MoreLearn how to install a plywood wall (or plywood walls in my case), including all of the mounting details like how to mount the wood walls, the spacing between the panels, and more!
Read MoreLearn which construction tools I recommend for getting started in home building and building your own tiny house! These tools would make great gifts for any current or aspiring builder in your life.
Read MoreLearn how to frame interior walls along with the plumbing and electrical wiring rough-in process in part 8 of the (Not So Tiny) House Build series!
Read MoreLearn how to install windows and doors on a house with ZIP sheathing in part 7 of the (Not So Tiny) House Build series!
Read MoreLearn how to frame a hand cut roof, including cutting common rafters and installing a ridge board, in Part 6 of the (Not So Tiny) House Build series! This will include cutting all of the rafters, assembling the ridge board, then sheathing the roof with ZIP roof sheathing.
Read MoreLearn how to frame walls with window and door openings in Part 5 of the (Not So Tiny) House Build series! This will include framing exterior walls with window and door openings as well as the interior walls, then sheathing the walls with ZIP-R insulated sheathing.
Read MoreLearn how to frame a floor system, including assembling all of the joists, attaching them to the girders with hurricane ties, and finally sheathing the floor with Advantech sheathing! Welcome to part 4 of the (Not So Tiny) Tiny House build series, where I'm building a house in the woods from start to finish!
Read MoreLearn how to build this DIY mobile miter saw stand, complete with wheels and an extension wing, and it's way better than a jobsite miter saw stand!
Read MoreLearn how to add a t-track stop block to your miter saw station, plus covers for your dust collection hood and a zero clearance insert plate! These upgrades to my miter saw station have been a long time coming!
Read MoreLearn how to build a 4x8 lean-to storage shed in this two part series! In part 1, I'll show you how to prep the site, build the foundation and floor, frame the walls, add the siding, and finally build the roof framing.
Read MoreLearn how to build a 4x8 lean-to storage shed in this two part series! In part 1, I'll show you how to prep the site, build the foundation and floor, frame the walls, add the siding, and finally build the roof framing.
Read MoreLearn how to build the ULTIMATE workbench, miter saw station, and outfeed table combo for your garage workshop! This workbench is the perfect all-in-one unit for any small shop, with tons of storage, work holding, and it's mobile!
Read MoreLearn how to build the ULTIMATE workbench, miter saw station, and outfeed table combo for your garage workshop! This workbench is the perfect all-in-one unit for any small shop, with tons of storage, work holding, and it's mobile!
Read MoreHave some much needed pantry organization on your to-do list? Learn how to build these DIY French cleat pantry shelves! I replaced our wire shelving with new, adjustable pantry shelving and added LED lighting and storage containers.
Read MoreLearn how to build these super strong DIY floating shelves, perfect for open kitchen shelving! I used a ton of tools on my build, but you could build these with a drill and chisel.
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