Install an Exterior Receptacle

An Outlet for the Outside
My house didn't have an exterior receptacle on the front. It really needed one.

Build a Closet Organizer

Closet Organizer
My contractor special closet was woefully inadequate and needed a big upgrade.

How to Replace a Sliding Door

Replace a Sliding Door

My sliding door is beyond repair. It's time to replace it.

Deck Design & Construction

Design & Build an Exterior Deck

When I first bought my house, I knew I would replace the deck sooner or later.

Extending the Driveway

Extending the Driveway

Soon after I moved into my house I extended the driveway and moved the carport. Now I'm moving it just a bit farther.

Masters A-50 Pitching Machine Restoration

Restoring a 30 Year Old Pitching Machine

My Favorite Projects from 2017

2017 was a  busy year!

Reclaimed Duct Tape Dispenser

Duct Tape Dispenser

I wanted to come up with a better way to dispense tape. Using a automotive masking caddy, I fitted it with threaded rod and a serrated edge for an all-in-one dispenser.

Door Latch Removal & Repair

More Than You Wanted to Know About Door Latch Removal, Workings & Repair

My truck door latch would lock, but wouldn't always unlock. When I tested the latch outside of the truck it worked perfectly. I finally figured out the problem.

Mobile Laptop Harness

Laptop Harness

I needed to take notes and measurements but I hate writing it down because then I have to keep up with multiple papers and plans. Then, I just have to transfer it to a computer anyway and my handwriting is difficult to read. I like to enter information directly into a laptop even in the field. When drafting in the field, if a measurement is wrong, I'll know it instantly when lines don't meet.

Jewelry Box or Tool Box Organizing Insert

Organize Your Jewelry Box or Tool Box

A drawer without organization becomes a mess quickly.

A Primer on LEDs - The What and the How Tutorial

LEDs, Resistors, Power Supply, & Breadboard

Where do you start with LEDs? I've always wanted to learn how to incorporate LEDs into props I make. It turns out, it's not difficult to get started.

Hydro Dip Painting

Hydro Dip Painting

What do you do with your leftover spray paint cans? Create a psychedelic paint job! This is known as hydro dipping or marbelizing.

Under Sink Storage in 20 Minutes

Build a Shelf

Quick Fireplace Upgrade

Quick Fireplace Upgrade

Three years ago I built a fireplace mantle. It went exactly according to plan, but a week later I knew I wasn't quite done.

How to Make a Good Caulk Joint

Good Caulk Joint vs. Bad Caulk Joint

Caulk joints often fail because most joints are packed full of caulk and call it done. That will inevitably lead to failure.

Portable Overhead Camera Mount

Portable Overhead Camera Mount

​I wanted an overhead camera mount that I could disassemble and move around easily, though the final result has slightly more screws than anticipated.

My Favorite Projects from 2016

2016 was a  busy year!

Make Custom Peg Board Hooks

With chain link fence ties you can make custom peg board hooks.

Make a Center Line Finder

Want a quick way to find the center line of a 2x4?