Professional builders use a plumb bob to make sure their walls are vertical. Here's how. Measure two inches away from the top of your wall, set a nail, and hang the plumb bob. Let gravity draw the ...
Setting posts is tricky—you typically need a solid base and a top that is completely level, which is difficult when the base of a post is sitting on an angle. Here's a great tip for obtaining the ...
Most projects rely on straight edges being straight. You wouldn’t want a lopsided chair or a crooked bookshelf, would you? You can start off right by purchasing straight lumber. Take the time to ...
Over my workbench are two shallow wall cabinets where I hang most of my hand tools. There are four sections -- one for saws and other toothed gadgets, one for things to pound with, one for gizmos that ...