Archive for May, 2008

How to build a simple birdhouse

May 19th, 2008

Building a birdhouse is a great project to do with the kids.
This project is constructed out of 1×6 cedar fencing material.Materials:
1. 1×6 cedar fencing material that is 5′ long.
2. 1-1/2 finishing nails or deck screws which ever you prefer.
3. All weather wood glue.
4. 4″ wood dowel 3/8″ diameter.
Step 1: Cut 2 side panels that are [...]

Toyota Prius Good and Bad

May 19th, 2008

We recently purchased a Toyota Prius about 6 months ago. So far I have been very happy with the car.Good
1. Save tons of money on fuel. 40-45 miles to gallon on average. Goes up to 50 during summer months and down to 35-40 during winter months.
2. Definitely changes driving habits. I previously owned a Ford [...]

Building a Shop

May 19th, 2008

I have been building a woodworking shop for the past year and a half, actually the building is a 26×36 detached double car garage. It started out as a garage but decided to use are existing garage for the cars and use the new building for my workshop/workout room.
I have done all the work myself [...]

How to pick out Furniture

May 19th, 2008

Picking out furniture can be a daunting task.
When it comes to picking out leather furniture here is a secret to know when the salesmen is telling the truth about the product being all leather or leather mate. (leather mate is leather where you touch and vinyl everywhere else.)
Whether its a recliner, sofa or loveseat almost [...]