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12 Best Home Improvement Projects Under $100

A little can go a long way when it comes to home improvements. For just $100 you can make some big changes to your home.

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17 Great Tips for Landscaping Your Backyard

Adding walls and paths made of stone or brick to your landscape transforms it into something truly special. Here's a...


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How to Build Stronger Retaining Walls

Get strong, long-lasting retaining walls by learning how to properly build a wall.


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How to Pour a Concrete Slab Successfully: 31 Tips

Building a shed this spring? Before you can even think about raising the walls, it’s imperative to have a solid...


Build a Flagstone and Stone Block Patio

Construct a poured concrete and stone patio with a curved stone wall.

Pavilion Shed Plans

The perfect blend of entertaining space and storage shed.


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How to Build a Stone Path and Steps

Modular blocks let you build like a master mason—even on slopes


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Sheds: Easy Sliding Doors

Walls are easy. It's the openings that are hard to figure out.


How to Build a Backyard Oasis

A shaded retreat that's surprisingly easy to build. Place it next to your deck or anywhere in your yard.

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Oriented Strand Board (OSB board) vs. Plywood

OSB vs plywood: Is one better than the other for sheathing?


How to Choose the Right Retaining Wall Material

Learn the pros and cons of stone, wood and concrete block retaining walls



Build a Victorian Screen House

Escape the bugs in style, whether you're entertaining friends or just hanging out