Archive for November, 2009

How to Build a Sailboat

Posted on November 11th, 2009 by by Build

Sailing can be one of the most relaxing, fun activities that can be done during the hot summer season. Wouldn’t it be great to not only have the fun of sailing but the self satisfaction of knowing that you built your own boat? Building your own boat also means that everything is exactly where you [...]

How to Build a Secret Compartment

Posted on November 11th, 2009 by by Build

Everyone has something that they want to keep from prying eyes. It may be personal property or private papers. What ever that has to be hidden the home has many possibilities. The most convenient and the most popular is the simple hard cover book. As innocent as a book may seem it has served people [...]

How to Build a Seesaw

Posted on November 11th, 2009 by by Build

A seesaw is nothing more than a board with a long slender plank perched in the middle so that the ends go up and down when weight is applied to the other end. In practice, a rider sits on each end and each in their turn pushes their feet against the ground to lift their [...]

How to Build a Seawall

Posted on November 11th, 2009 by by Build

Climate change is happening and anyone who owns waterfront property knows the damage that erosion from storm surges can cause. Building a seawall is an investment of a lot of physical labor but is not difficult using the proper power tools. You will need the following tools and materials: Jackhammer (rental) Reciprocating saw 3” metal [...]

How to Build a Septic Tank

Posted on November 11th, 2009 by by Build

Now that building costs are higher than ever and with the economy in a slump many folks are deciding to build their own homes and are seeking different ways to save cash. Constructing your own septic tank is one way to save a bundle. Please keep in mind that constructing your own septic tank is [...]