How Strong are Pocket Hole Screws?

Have you ever built a seating bench or a chair using a Kreg Jig pocket hole system and wondered how much weight this bench can hold? When working on my DIY projects, that thought always crosses my mind. What if someone sits on that chair that I build, and that chair just crumples to the … Read more

Are whole house fans worth the money?

whole house fan

With the temperature rising due to climate change, is installing a ducted whole house fan worth the money to save on AC costs? How does the whole house fan work and will it reduce my AC cost? I did some research and this is what I found.   A correctly installed and maintained Whole House … Read more

Why is a 2×4 not 2 Inches by 4 Inches? (Solved!)

Have you ever purchased a 2×4 piece of lumber at the hardware store and started working on the project to realize that the 2×4 is not 2 inches by 4 inches. Are lumber companies trying to fool us into thinking we’re buying more lumber than we actually are? The simple reason why 2×4 is not … Read more

How to Make a DIY Outdoor Swing Bench

DIY outdoor swing bench

Is there anything better than heading out to the porch with your morning coffee, to relax on a swing bench? Hop on, sway for a bit and you’re transported to a stress-free zone. Even the simplest porch swing offers a taste of gracious living. If you decide to build a DIY Outdoor Swing Bench, I … Read more