Lazy Handyman

[one_half]Want to spend a summer’s night under the stars with a fire roaring and want to save your hard earned money at the same time?

Fire pits allow you to safely start flames in your backyard without fear of catching grass or trees and thanks to this article you can easily build yours in no time!

Aesthetically pleasing, these are in high demand, but the boring black models found in stores are often less than appealing! If you’re going to be building your own, you might also want to get a Dorset log store so you can keep your fire wood in burning condition through every season.

[/one_half] [one_half_last]Designs you will find in this post:

1. Backyard model by DIY Network
2. Concrete + steel version by Lowe´s
3. Square stone pit by The Crafty Ninja
4. In-ground design by Sharpe Creations
5. Bricks version by Craftsman
6. Budget plan by Mommy´s Kitchen
7. Masonry design by The Family Handyman
8. Washing machine drum fire pit by House and Fig

[/one_half_last]If you feel like spending a weekend building your own, there are a lot of plans that will help you get started. Let’s take a look at 8 DIY instructions and designs that are completely free. Continue reading “8 DIY Plans & Ideas to Build a Fire Pit”

[one_half]Want to make the gardener in your life happy? Build them a potting bench as this is a gardener’s best friend. There are many uses garden benches have from relaxing on in the sunshine to having a well deserved break from gardening, so a potting bench is the perfect option to keep everything a gardener needs all in one place.

It gives them ample space for working with pots, transplanting, seed sowing and cuttings.

And it also gives them a place to store their trusty gardening tools. If you don’t have anywhere to store your tools, you may want to have a look at some sheds for sale to keep them safe and dry during bad weather. What is more, building one isn’t as complicated as it sounds. I almost forgot to mention I’ve been using 99.9% alcohol to clean my tools recently and it’s worked absolute wonders!

[/one_half] [one_half_last]Models you will find in this post:

1. Basic Instructions by Vegetable Gardener
2. Wooden pellets version by Better Homes & Gardens
3. Simple potting bench by Ana White
4. Cedar model by The Family Handyman
5. Hardworking bench by Lowe´s
6. Backyard center by Sunset
7. Design with sink by Garden Plans Free

[/one_half_last]No matter whether you’re just getting started or an experienced carpenter, one of the plans below are sure to fit your needs and skill level. The best part? Most of these benches can be built in a weekend. Continue reading “7 Plans & Designs for Creating a Potting Bench”

It’s not always easy finding the right garden furniture. It can be tricky when you have an awkward space or a space that doesn’t get much light. However, there is always one chair style that fits in well with any garden landscape. Classic Adirondack chairs can often be found in backyards, providing a comfortable seat to perch on. They’re beautiful and simple and an Adirondack chair is fairly easy to build too.

You won’t need to be a professional carpenter for most plans and you’ll need just a few tools to get started.

The best part is that these chairs are aesthetically pleasing and there are a lot of design options.

You can even make them into a loveseat or a double! So, if you have a weekend, you can make yours without an issue.

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[one_half_last]Versions you will find in this post:

1. Simple adirondack chair instructions by This Sorta Old Life
2. Double design by Yella Wood
3. Loveseat by My Outdoor Plans
4. Folding adirondack by Lee Valley & Veritas
5. Chair made from pallets by Home Stratosphere
6. Bar height model by Ryobi Nation
7. Stylish & comfortable version by Ana White
8. Rocking design by Woodcraft Plans

[/one_half_last]But, if you have no experience, you’ll need a few plans to get started. We have done the hard work and have come up with 8 instructions and designs that will guide you through building your very own chair. Continue reading “Top 8 Free Adriondack Chair Plans & Designs”

[one_half]Pergolas are wonderful and practical additions to any garden or backyard. There are many versions with various functions you can choose from. If you’re looking to purchase a Pergolas, here’s a list of the top pergolas for sale.

When you want to build a beautiful structure, many people recommend a pergola because the design is rather simplistic and easy for even the lazy DIY woodworker. If you’re not really the DIY type, you could always take a design idea and get a professional service to build and install your pergola, you could potentially want to look into refinance mortgage options to see if you could save money, while having some extra if you’re thinking you want to remodel a few areas of your home.

Exterior lighting is also a must if you’re going to be spending time using your pergola in the evening. If you’ve got some extra money to spare, then why not consider some smart lighting? You can operate the lighting remotely and even set a brightness to suit your mood. Crestron are one of the world’s leading home automation system providers and these guys are obviously Crestron specialists if you’re tempted to see some examples of an automation system in action.

Check out end of this article to see video with 1500 unique & beautiful designs!

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[one_half_last]Guides you will find in this post:

1. Free standing model by Ron Hazelton
2. Instructions by Handmade Home
3. Vineyard version by Real Cedar
4. Version over a deck by DIY Network
5. Pergola instructions by Lowe´s
6. Weatherly version by Ana White
7. Do it yourself scheme by DIY Garden Plans
8. Beautiful design by Canadian Home Workshop
9. Simple wood model by Garden Structure

[/one_half_last]Thankfully, there are designs and plans readily available that will allow you to construct yours with ease – and a lot of time and patience.

Continue reading “9 Best Guides to Build Pergola with New Plans and Designs”

[one_half]When your child asks you for something, it can be very difficult to say no.

What is even worse is when they ask you to do something a handyman would do, but you simply have no idea how to get started.

One of the things that kids all over the world have come to love is the idea of having their own little hideaway.

As we all know, this is called a fort or treehouse that can provide children with lots of fun for next few years!

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[one_half_last]Great free designs from this post:

1. Tree fort instructions by Ron Hazelton
2. A-frame house by Outdoor Life
3. San pedro by Treehouse Guides
4. Deluxe tree house with look-out tower by The Classic Archives
5. Advanced schemes by EZ Treehouse Plans
6. Rectangular 2-trees model by Treehouse Supplies
7. Models for 1 – 4+ trees by Nelson Treehouse and Supply

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Some designs can be very elaborate and would intimidate even the handiest of handymen, but others are very easily to follow and will be a joy to build even if you are lazy. We have constructed a list of the best free plans, along with instructions that can be used to create house on tree your kids will love. Continue reading “Top 7 Sources of Treehouse Plans You Need to Visit”

[one_half]Most of us know that woodworking is fun and exciting.

When you have a weekend to spare, there is a lot you can do that doesn’t involve sitting around the house.

You can build studio sheds, decks, treehouses or dozens of other awesome items that will be a fully functioning part of your life.

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[one_half_last]Sources you will find in this post:

1. Jay Custom Creations (free)
2. Woodworking for Mere Mortals (free)
3. Min Wax (free)
4. Anna White (free)
5. Wood Logger (free)
6. Instructables (free)
7. The Winfield Collection
8. Plans Now

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While some people can draw up their own plans, it takes a lot of experience and know-how to reach this level of professional woodworking. Even advanced woodworkers have been known to look for projects and schemes that can help them go from idea to reality.

Let’s look at the 8 best sources for plans of all kinds. We will start with the 6 free ones first before moving into the in-depth, paid-for schemes and instructions that are amazing, advanced and well worth every penny. Continue reading “Top 8 Sources of Popular Woodworking Projects & Plans”

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Wooden garden sheds are the perfect space for him. Whether it houses tools, bikes or simply is filled with firewood, they are a functional space that will alleviate much of the storage seen in a house.

The best part is that you can make your own shed any time you want, and it doesn’t take too much work as long as you know the very basics of building ad have proper tools. You need to do a lot of research before you begin building a shed, such as learning how much gravel do i need for a shed foundation or how long it will take to build a shed. Building a shed can be hard but the rewards are huge. Some things are a necessity, whereas things like windows and guttering are optional. A lot of people don’t bother adding any gutters to their sheds, however they stop water running down the face of the building and thus keep it looking new for longer. If you do add gutters then make sure you find a company like Clean Pro Gutter Cleaning Colorado Springs CO who can clean them out regularly, or else they will leak onto the face of the building anyway.

What is more, if you can measure, cut wood and use a hammer, you will find that making your own wooden shed is rather simplistic.

[/one_half] [one_half_last]Models you will find in this post:

1. Solar shed plans by Handy Home
2. Storage design by The Classic Archives
3. Instructions for garden model by Mitre 10
4. Firewood storage design by Popular Mechanics
5. Version for garden tools by HGTV
6. Video instructions for a shed by DIY Network
7. Free garden shack schemes by Betta Living
8. Precise instructions & plan by Fine Homebuilding

[/one_half_last]The only thing you will need before running to the home improvement store is to find the right plans with the design you will love. Luckily, we will discuss 8 plans that will show you how to build it easily. Just pick one you like the most below. Continue reading “8 Best Plans on How to Build a Shed Easily”