Is It Okay to Cut a Door in My Kitchen Island for Access to Hidden Space?
I'm considering cutting a door into my angled kitchen island (which is from the late 90s or early 2000s) to access some dead space. I've got a few…
storage solutions
Looking for DIY Ideas to Store Button Batteries
Hey everyone! I'm on the hunt for some DIY solutions for storing button batteries. The original packaging is a nightmare to deal with, and honestly, the storage cases…
How can I DIY a platform bed with 13" clearance for storage?
Hey everyone! I'm a total newbie when it comes to woodworking—don't even have any tools yet—but I'm eager to build a simple and sturdy platform bed for myself.…
Best Design Ideas for Storing Propane Tanks in a Barn
I'm looking for some creative design ideas or schematics to build a rack for my 8, 20 lb propane tanks. My goal is to make it easy to…
Is It Worth Getting a Dishwasher If It Won't Be Used for Years?
I'm building an ADU for my aging parents who prefer washing dishes by hand rather than using a dishwasher. Since they likely won't use a dishwasher for years,…
Are Expensive Closet Upgrades Worth It?
My wife wants to upgrade our closets and has found estimates ranging from $10,000 to $15,000. While they might look great, that's a hefty price tag! I'm curious…
Best Way to Raise a Shipping Container to Prevent Rust?
I'm getting a 10ft shipping container for my farm to store general tools and house our ride-on mower. The container's in decent shape, but I want it to…
How Do You Store Sheet Goods in a Small Workshop?
I'm working in a compact 32'x14' shop where I have limited wall space. I'm trying to figure out a smart way to store sheet goods before I use…
Choosing Between Rolling Cabinets and Toolboxes for Organizing Tools
I'm trying to get my family's tools organized because they're all over the place right now. I'm not sure whether to focus on getting rolling cabinets, toolboxes, or…
Should I Add Toe Kicks to My Office Cabinet Design?
I'm planning a large U-shaped office desk and I'm contemplating whether or not to add toe kicks to the cabinets. Are toe kicks necessary, or am I being…
Regrets about my lean-to storage build without concrete?
I recently constructed a 10x30 lean-to attached to my garage using pressure-treated 4x4s. I buried the posts 36 inches deep with gravel at the base, packing it with…
Building My First Shed: Need Some Guidance!
Hey everyone! My wife and I just moved into our new home a little over a year ago, and we're struggling with a lack of storage space and…
How to Build a Sturdy High-Sleeper Bed Frame?
Hey everyone! I'm planning to build my own bed frame because I have really high ceilings in my apartment. I want to create a high-sleeper design that has…
What's the Best Way to Store Leftover Insulation?
I recently finished a home renovation and ended up with about 6 or 7 leftover batts of rockwool insulation. I'm wondering how I should store it. Is it…
What Tools Do I Need for Building French Cleat Storage?
I'm setting up an office with a focus on flexible storage, and I've decided to install a French cleat system on the walls. I'm planning to buy a…
Can I Install a Cleat Wall Directly Over Drywall?
I'm setting up a cleat system in my garage workshop, and my walls are finished with drywall. I've noticed that most tutorials suggest using a plywood or OSB…