I recently built a four foot fence at my sisters house that is based on an original design my Dad created for their beach house. (here is a link to a full set of digital schematics). In this post I'll show you how we built it! Fences usually have two sides—the good side and the ugly side. The good side is the pretty one with the nice, finished look and according to fence … [Read more...] about How to Build a Horizontal Fence That Looks Great on Both Sides
How to Build a Custom Cast Concrete Countertop
I’ve built three DIY cast concrete countertops, plus a concrete table for our screened in porch, over the past few years. I ‘ve loved them all, but probably my favorite one was for my parents’ rustic bathroom makeover. As you probably know, concrete countertops are a great option for anyone looking for a durable and unique surface in their kitchen or bathroom. Not only do … [Read more...] about How to Build a Custom Cast Concrete Countertop
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How to DIY Limewash a Brick House
Are you interested in DIY “painting” your brick house but not sure of the best product to use or how to go about it? Classico Limewash or a mineral based paint is best to achieve the look you want with a breathable, natural finish that does not seal masonry like traditional latex based exterior paints. This post is sponsored by Romabio but the opinions are my own. I have … [Read more...] about How to DIY Limewash a Brick House
Building the Structural Foundation and Piers: the First Step in Building our Dream Beach House
Building a house at the beach is our dream come true. In my last blog, I talked about all the steps involved in finding, acquiring, researching, and bringing the right professionals together in the pre-construction phase of designing and building our home. In this blog, I’ll start by discussing building the structural foundation for the house. It begins with driving piles … [Read more...] about Building the Structural Foundation and Piers: the First Step in Building our Dream Beach House