September 8, 2015 Updated: June 15, 2023 Stain Concrete the Easy Way: ÜberPrimer A special primer that allows you to stain painted surfaces, plastic, concrete, etc. with ordinary wood stain. Decks & Porches Video video
September 1, 2015 Updated: June 15, 2023 Good Fences (and Friendly Guards) Make Good Neighbors It's a cultural thing Decks & Porches Photos photos
August 17, 2015 Updated: June 15, 2023 Sketchup Pergola Planning Project (4): Patio and Pier Foundation Two videos showing how to convert the layout rectangle into a concrete patio with a paver border, and adding concrete piers as a foundation Concrete & Masonry Decks & Porches Video video
July 28, 2015 Updated: June 15, 2023 Frame and Panel Pool Gate A custom gate which opens to a classic pool and courtyard Decks & Porches Photos photos
July 24, 2015 Updated: June 15, 2023 Three Durable Deck Tips How to stop rot in structural members Decks & Porches Video video
July 23, 2015 Updated: June 15, 2023 Sketchup Pergola Planning Project (3): Lattice Design Three videos: Using the Geopositioning Tool to Optimize Shade, Spacing Multiple Pieces of Lattice without Math, and some Advanced Lattice Modeling Tips Decks & Porches Video video
July 21, 2015 Updated: June 15, 2023 Custom Pedestals for a Spanish Cedar Railing Beautiful and long lasting, this pedestal has ventilation holes for drying. Decks & Porches Photos photos
July 17, 2015 Updated: June 15, 2023 Sketchup Pergola Planning Project (2): Beams and Rafters Three videos: Making the Beams, Shaping the Beams, and Making 'Ceiling Joists' from the Beams Decks & Porches Video video
July 10, 2015 Updated: June 15, 2023 Rot Resistant (Built-Up) Deck Beams Better beams can drain and dry Decks & Porches Video video
July 9, 2015 Updated: June 15, 2023 Sketchup Pergola Planning Project (1): The Posts Four video sequences: The Layout Rectangle, Making Posts, Notching Posts, and Making a Post Base Decks & Porches Video video