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Good fences make good neighbors.Bad fences are ugly.Here are a few tips for building that perfect fence that would make Bob Vila blush: Where is that supposed to go again?When building your fence, it is important to know how far apart each post should be. Typically the distance apart each post should range from six to eight feet. Also when putting the posts in the ground, remember that at least half of it should be in the ground. High winds are not your friend if you don’t follow this tip. Don’t waste your hard workIt’s not a great idea to build your...

If you want to know more about the lumber that you purchase, your search doesn’t have to stop with the lumber store. Did you ever wonder what that stamp on the side of your lumber stood for? That tiny stamp holds a wealth of information. Every piece of lumber sold in the United States, whether it’s finished lumber, framing or composite wood, must have a grade stamp upon it. These stamps can help ensure that lumber will need design expectations.  The lumber grade stamp tells you: The species of wood or the species group that it belongs to. The actual...

The biggest factor in determining the type and quality of wood that you’ll use for your next project is the project itself. That’s because certain varieties of wood are best suited for certain projects. For example, a hardwood with a closed grain such as maple would be an excellent choice for a butcher block, rather than soft porous wood such as pine. Most lumber can be described as either being either softwood or a hardwood. Generally, softwoods are much less expensive, so determining your needs can help you to decide which type of wood to buy. This, in turn can...