Build-It-Yourself: October 2006 Monthly archive
We've all wanted to have a secret compartment behind the bookshelves that opens with the pull of a book, and now you can build it yourself. This home upgrade is not only for the sleuths, superheros, and secret agents anymore. [via Lifehacker]
October 26, 2006 | Comments ()
From the new site Toolmonger, comes a DIY for building your own dartboard surround that will protect your walls as well as provide you with that perfect "neighborhood bar" feel that only green felt can offer.
October 24, 2006 | Comments ()
Finkbuilt has created the DIY answer to building and installing granite countertops at a fraction of the cost. His secret is to use 3/8″ thick, 12″ square granite flooring tiles, which you install just like you would install any other tile, except on your countertop. Here's a detailed step-by-step.
October 23, 2006 | Comments (5)
If you are new to woodworking or looking for new ideas and techniques then you should bookmark woodworking.com. They compile a lot of good advice from their forums into informative articles like laying out your shop and selecting the best router.
October 22, 2006 | Comments ()
Apartment Therapy has turned us back onto one of the greatest clutter cutter inventions ever, the pegboard. These boards are easy to install and unlike other room organizers, pegboards are completely customizable and can be changed at any time to fit any tool, brush, or craft supply.
October 12, 2006 | Comments ()
