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Making an outdoor kitchen all by you can be fun. Though it can be time consuming and requires some physical effort it’s a great way to jump start your creativity and have a good time with your family. The most important tip while building an outdoor kitchen all by yourself is : Take it slowly. You don’t want to exhaust yourself.
A typical outdoor kitchen DIY project usually takes about 50 hours of time. This is when you all the plans and materials in place. Add a few hours extra for going to the market and ordering all items. The construction can be done either on weekends or you can take it in one go.
Such a project would cost you around less than $3000 and would include a grill, sinks fixtures, cabinets, framing (made from wood /concrete /backer board) and tiling.
Though you will find information on how to build outdoor kitchens on the internet, try looking for a book which gives practical advice on how to begin and avoid the pitfalls. This way you would save a lot of time and material wastage. Sunset barbecues and outdoor kitchens is a very popular book which you could consider.
A typical outdoor kitchen (with concrete sub structures)would require the following materials to get you started.
1. Sink with faucet and tap
2. Outdoor cabinet doors
3. Gas pipe, shutoff valve, and connections
4. Plumbing supplies: drain lines, supply lines, stop valves
5. Electrical supplies: cable or conduit with wire, boxes, GFCI receptacles
6. Concrete block
7. Mortar mix
8. Pressure-treated 2 × 4s
9. 4 × 4s
10. Nails and screws for building framing and attaching boards to the house
11. concrete backer board
12. Stucco mix
13. Waterproof tile backing
14. Fortified thin set mortar
15. Tiles
16. Fortified grout
17. Grout sealer
18. Paint
So what are you waiting for? Get the concrete, Get the backer board, It’s action time!
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Tagged: Kitchen, Outdoor, Yourself 8 Februari 2010
Everyone likes to have home improvement work done but most people are afraid of the words, “do it yourself.” There are many different types of DIY home improvement projects out there but not enough time to do them all. What we will do now is take a look at the steps needed to DIY re-upholster a chair.
1.Be sure to take pictures of the chair before you tear it apart. Be sure the pictures are of the overall chair and its detailing.
2.Now you need to remove all the upholstery being careful not to tear any because they will be used for patterns. Use pliers and scissors for this.
3.Remove the black cloth from the bottom of the chair first. Then remove each piece while making sure to mark each one so you know where they went.
4.Cut and add batting as needed for each section of the chair.
5.Take the original pieces and lay them right side up. Watch for patterns and motifs.
6.Pin the old pieces to the new fabric and cut the new fabric leaving at least 2 to 3 inches of excess.
7.You now need to figure out how much welting you will need.
8.Now it’s time to place the pieces back on the chair after they have been assembled.
9.Next staple the welting to the chair.
10.Now pin the fabric to the sides of the seat to ensure a perfect fit.
11.Next tack and ensure the fit of all other upholstery for the chair and then staple it.
12.You can use the original skirt for the chair or use the old one as a pattern for a new one.
13.Finally trim all of the excess fabric. Use a strong fabric glue or adhesive to attach buttons if needed. And you’re finished.
Now you know next time you need some home improvement you can do it yourself. DIY home improvement doesn’t have to be a struggle and it doesn’t have to take forever. All you need to do is relax and take your time. If you follow the directions to DIY reupholster a chair it should be a great new addition to any home.
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Tagged: Decorating, Re-Upholster 7 Februari 2010
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Tagged: Exilim, KATYDID, Motion 6 Februari 2010
After quite a bit of experimentation I came up with an efficient design for the DIY cooling system. The design involves a U-shaped heat exchanger, through which a fan pushes air. The heat exchanger is immersed in an ice-water mixture which allows heat exchange to take place. As a result the air exits the heat exchanger significantly cooler than its temperature going in.
For pictures and explanation of this design have a look at the link below.
The key to this design is maintaining a balance between the size of “gap” and flow length of the heat exchanger. The gap controls the rate of heat transfer. The narrower the gap the greater the rate of heat transfer. And the longer the flow length the greater the total heat transfer that takes place. The factor which must be accounted for is the resistance to air flow which increases when the gap decreases, and increases when the flow length increases.
Fortunately, I am able to get as much as a 10 degree Celsius temperature drop with my choice of dimensions, while still maintaining an acceptable level of air speed through the heat exchanger. The fan I used is a store-bought fan.
Ice is the most effective means to create the cooling medium. But you can also use tap water, if it’s cold enough, say 10-15 degrees Celsius.
However, you can also make ice in your freezer provided it is an efficient model. As it turns out, it would still cost quite a bit less to operate the homemade a/c (plus make ice) than to operate a store-bought a/c. The difference, of course, is that the homemade a/c is best suited for local cooling only, i.e. you just want to keep yourself cool, such as at night when you’re sleeping, which is likely all you really care about. Just place it beside you and you’re taken care of for a few hours. And it’s better than having a stand-alone fan running.
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Tagged: Conditioner 6 Februari 2010
Many enthusiasts of DIY home improvement differentiate between two specific classes of projects. The first class involves major renovations in the house, including:
• Replacement of floors
• Installation of new insulation
• Installation of a new roof
• Installation of wooden fences around a yard
The second type of DIY are smaller projects that delivers creative pleasure to the ones engaging in them. These small projects typically involve adding small yet useful objects inside the house. Though most of them involve one form of furniture or another, these smaller projects are recommended for those who are just beginning with DIY home improvement.
Small ideas but nice results
Free time, a bit of cash and a lot of good ideas is all you need to think of your own DIY home improvement project. Here are some ideas to get you started:
• Windows- if you’ve been thinking for the longest time that the windows in your bedroom are creepy at night, why not replace them? Contrary to popular belief, it is easy to replace windows. All you need are a few traditional tools like a crowbar and a hammer, or a saw in some instances. Simply measure the window’s dimensions and purchase a window of the exact same size. Take down the old window frame, taking utmost care not to damage the glass. Then simply install the new window sets using window glue and a few bolts or nails.
• Gates- gates can be customized. If your own gate allows it, you may attempt to install name plates on your own gate, to identify your house easily. This would be a great idea especially if you live in a housing neighborhood, where houses generally look alike.
• Extra utility table- If you don’t have enough table when you go out for a yard picnic, why not build one yourself? All you need would be small planks of wood and a little ingenuity. First determine what particular table size you want. After making the proper measurements, simply follow the configuration of picnic tables you see everyday and voila, you have your own picnic table. DIY projects that involve wood are often durable because wood is a sturdy material.
• Floor design- tired of visible scratches on your floor? One way to successfully remedy old floors is simply installing new vinyl. Vinyl comes in a variety of colors and designs so you would be having a lot of fun and choices by simply choosing the design you like. The installation of vinyl is even easier- you simply need contact cement or other forms of strong adhesives to attach the vinyl to your floor. Just find the center of the floor area using a nylon thread and divide each area into quarters. Start with 1 quarter and finish by cutting to size when you reach the edge.
• Wall design- wallpaper is still in. You simply have to know how to install wallpaper properly. First, the walls must be free from dirt, moisture or grease before the application of the adhesive. Let the adhesive dry a bit first before attaching the wallpaper in small, manageable strips. Watch your bedroom or your living room come alive with the new look.
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Tagged: Improvement 6 Februari 2010
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Tagged: Business, homepower, Reliable 5 Februari 2010
Be it indoors or outdoors, Home improvement DIY’s are not only about adding functionality to rooms, hallways or yards. These days, DIY projects are fun-filled activities for the whole family to get together. With the best intentions in mind, almost anyone can achieve professional-looking results without the use of a contractor.
DIY Home Improvement nurtures the significance of family togetherness coupled with a warm home mindset. Here are the Top 3 DIY Projects that you can do as a family.
Painting the Kitchen
Painting the Kitchen is one of the easiest and quickest ways to brighten up the “grayish” flavor room. A task like this when done alone could take up to several days to a week to complete. This is one of those projects that desperately requires the family’s help to complete.
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Try coming up with fun painting themes like “Painting the Kitchen to be Two times Bigger” or “An Authentic Italian Style Kitchen”. This way, your family can enjoy a fun filled goal while you ensure your project runs smoothly as planned.
Another fun family project could be as simple as painting the kitchen cabinets. Everyone loves an “Instant Makeover”. This can be the perfect solution to lighten up dark cabinets or brighten them up with bold colors.
Custom Build Something Useful for your Family Member
Custom building something useful for the house is probably one of the best ways to get the family involved, especially your kids. It could be a secret surprise renovation for your Mum’s birthday or simply building a piece of furniture catered to your son’s or daughter’s fashionable taste.
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Try getting your children involved by helping you to create certain parts of the project or furniture. Kids will be kids and we sometimes like to spoil them because we love them. If you are a parent building something for your children, listen to your their suggestions and let them quietly instruct you on what they really want.
Build A Custom Piece of Furniture To Sell
This exciting yet encouraging project may be a tricky undertaking. But if done properly, with conscious business mindset, family planning and execution; will most possibly result in a source of lucrative income. Tricky because of the greediness of human nature; where everyone wants so do a little lesser and take the bigger share of the profits when flourishing.
If you plan to custom build a piece of furniture. A good tip will be to reproduce design ideas from popular pieces of furniture you see in stores or magazines, and construct them to be even better! Better material, better finish, while adding your very own personal touch. In short, a high quality, custom built, good looking piece of furniture that will grab the hearts and bigger pockets of savvy home owners.
Home improvement DIY Projects are indeed a fun-filled family activity. Do-It-Yourselves aren’t always the easiest way to go, but it certainly provide a sense of all rounded contentment, enrichment and family adherence.
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Tagged: Family, Improvement, Projects 4 Februari 2010
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