Lamp Post Pole Tips
Lamp post lights will light up a dark rural street. Installing the post pole could be an issue depending upon your soil. Once the lamp post is set, you will need to run electric to it or use a solar energy light.
Author Archives: Tim Carter
Build a Deck for the Shed
Mike Rignola continues his backyard projects by building a wooden deck in front of his shed.
Apple & Mac Computer Users – Please Read
If you have an Apple or Mac computer, READ this NOW.
Mortar For Stone Veneer Video
Tim Carter explains how to stick stones onto a wall and how to make it stand the test of time.
April 3, 2012 AsktheBuilder Newsletter & Tips
In this issue, showing friends around NH, the annual Spring Stain Solver Sale, new Cleaning & Sealing Your Deck eBook is released, a revised version of the Crown Molding eBook is on its way, Video of the Week on Blacktop Crack Repairs, high-performance house paint Tip of the Week, thanks for your replies, Yelp! and my Q&A of the Week on flagstone patios on crushed stone.
Wall Removal Tips
Removing a wall can create all kinds of hidden issues. Most interior walls can have cables, plumbing and other items that will need to be relocated if the wall is removed.
Refinishing The Old Deck
John Cervenak cleans and stains his 35-year old deck.
Deck Refinishing Nightmare
Jack Miller used the wrong deck seal and had to refinish his deck.
Cleaning & Staining Boat Dock
Tim Connolly cleaned his boat dock with oxygen bleach and then stained it. His wooden dock is ready for another season in the sun.
Fish Pond with Waterfall
A backyard fish pond complete with waterfall built by an AsktheBuilder home improvement DIY'er.