Special Outdoor Projects

It can be very rewarding for the backyard bird watcher when a pair of bluebirds decide to take up residence in a bluebird house put up in the yard to attract them, but this experience can quickly...

Rigging a flagpole and setting it up in your yard requires planning and a little work. Before you start putting your flagpole together, decide on a location where your flag will be best viewed and...

The tradition of providing housing for purple martins (Progne subis) originated with Native Americans, who used gourds as nesting boxes to attract them. Purple martins have become almost totally...

Whether you are remodeling or just need to remove a light pole temporarily to make room for your construction equipment, you must know how to properly disconnect the electricity and safely lift...

The sight of the United States flag draws both pride and sorrow, apathy and unyielding patriotism. While the flag may draw an emotional response for many, precious few may realize the significance...

The materials required to make a flagpole differ depending on the application. In-ground flagpoles are designed to withstand wind and direct exposure to the elements, whereas house-mounted...

Proper placement and installation of a bluebird house is as important as its design and construction. There is nothing more rewarding than watching beautiful bluebirds nest in the house you made...

Purple Martin houses are apartment style, with several birds nesting in one house. They are recognizable because they stand on high poles in well lit areas. Purple Martins can be very picky about...

Many people have the desire to be more patriotic and wish to put up their own flag right at home. The poles to post these can be bought in various sizes, strengths and qualities. Making a flagpole...

Flagpoles show off patriotism for your country or home state or reveal a love of your favorite sports team. Finding the best location for your flagpole requires planning. The pole should blend...

PVC pipe is not the most sturdy material from which to make a flagpole, but it is definitely economical. The question is, "How do you take advantage of the ease of assembly and economy without...

Flagpoles made for homes and businesses are often lightweight aluminum or steel poles designed to be held up by guy-wires or for light duty applications. Often a high-quality replacement flag can...

If you have a hollow sectional flagpole that tends to whip violently in a stiff breeze, you may need to strengthen the pole with some internal stiffening in order to insure that your flag flies...

Translated in English as "deer scarer," the Japanese Shishi Odoshi Fountain is the ideal way to deter unwanted pests from the garden while creating a calm and mesmerizing atmosphere. This ancient...

Painting an existing pole barn can add beauty and style to your yard, and it can extend the lifetime of the barn. Taking the time to collect the proper equipment and choose the type of paint to...

If you would like a flagpole in your yard, it is possible to assemble a simple version of one out of pipes. The flagpole can be as tall as you'd like as long as it won't be too difficult to place...

Among barns and other structures built in the United States, a pole barn is one of the simplest structures to build. These barns became popular during the period of the Great Depression, due to...

Installing a flagpole in your yard is a splendid way to show your patriotism to your country or the love you have for your home team. After you have purchased your flag, find an appropriate...

Pole building is one of the most basic construction techniques available. Instead of an elaborate frame, the building is supported by poles and a minimum of cross bracing. The average...

If you are planning on building your own pole barn, you should know about the tools, materials and techniques available before you begin your project. Pole barns are cheap and easy to build, and...

Pole barns are popular across America and around the world because they are simple and easy to build. The budget for pole barn construction will be half of what it would for a more elaborate barn...

Constructing your own flag pole can be cheap and easier than you think. Parts are easy to find if you have a flag supply company near your home, but they are especially easy to find on the...

Pole barns can be a good way to add a building to your property with less expense than traditional construction. The barns are available in may different sizes, colors and roof types to match the...

Adding a flagpole to your landscape is a great way to show pride in your country or to support your favorite team by flying their colors. A 20-foot flagpole will make a statement in your yard, but...

A canopy tent is a very large tent usually used for large social gatherings where cover is needed in an outdoor environment. There are many types of such tents, but most of them aren't fully...

A flagpole that has a rope to run the flag up is a stately addition to many homes. But having a flag that sags and runs down the flag pole due to improper tying looks sloppy. It may also...

Now that it's summertime more and more birds are starting to nest. Nothing ruins a good birdhouse than it being too plain and ordinary. So, why not help your birds out this summer and build them a...

Almost everybody has one, but we seldom give much thought to our flagpoles until something goes wrong. If you've run into flagpole problems, you're not alone. There are a list of common...

When figuring out how to build a prefabricated canopy, it's important to lay out the structure as you wish it to appear. Canopies are essentially tents without sides. The top is supported by...

Traditional flagpoles in the United States were once made of wood. You can still wooden ones, but they can be expensive. You can make your own wooden flagpole at a fraction of the cost. You also...

Pole buildings are large structures that are constructed of metal siding and roof panels connected to a frame. These structures are especially popular in the Midwest states. Pole buildings have...

Shade structures can transform your backyard into a cool retreat. They can create temperatures 10 degrees or more lower than the outdoor air temperature. The elderly, infants and anyone taking...

The best time to insulate your pole building is as it is being built. If you have a pre-existing pole building, however, you can still insulate it; it will just take some preparation and careful...

Pole barns are barns built from treated poles that are anchored into the ground with cement and sometimes rocks. Boards and metal are used for the sides as well as screws to attach the metal. It...

Pole buildings are cheap and quick to build, because there is very little framing. If you look inside any surviving heirloom barns from the 1900's and earlier, you will see that they were built...

Birdhouses are ideal for providing birds a place to rest and eat. As the warmer weather fades to cooler days, birdhouses provide safety and shelter. The actual birdhouse can be made from any type...

A metal pole barn can be one of the most useful structures you'll ever use. Farmers and ranchers store hay under the roof of a pole barn, and RV enthusiasts park their motor homes and campers...

Feeding your backyard birds can provide great, low-cost entertainment for family members of all ages. And building your own feeder can be a pretty simple process. The simplest type of feeder to...

I am aware of one effective way to treat termites in a pole barn and I will describe it in this article.

If you are blessed to live out in the country you may find yourself needing to erect a utility pole at some time. The most common reason is for mounting a security light, or as my daddy called...

If you have a flagpole in your front yard, chances are you fly a flag on it with pride. If the flag you fly makes you proud, the flagpole should also probably be cleaned and free of debris....

Would you like to have a place for you and your friends to relax outside while still staying under the shade and keeping cool? How about bringing your own piece of the tropical islands to your...

Fishing enthusiasts like pole fishing since it allows them to fish up to 16 yards from the bank. However, before you can go fishing, you need to elasticate your fishing pole. If you’ve...

Weddings are glorious events that every woman looks forward to. Some have the day all planned out in their minds from the time they were little girls. For some it's all about the church wedding,...

A birdhouse is a project that is bound to be a source of enjoyment year after year for you and your family. By providing a place for nesting birds to reside, you increase your opportunities of...

A pole barn is one of the simplest structures to build. It usually has open sides and a dirt floor. These barns are great for housing farm animals or storing lawn equipment. You can even turn one...

Many pole barns are used as equipment sheds, garages or for storage. Overhead doors take up very little space, and can be set up so that they can be opened from remote control, making it easier to...

A pole barn is the easiest, fastest and cheapest way to increase equipment storage or house livestock. Installing the skirt boards for a pole barn completes the framing of the building on each...

Add structural interest in your garden by adding pillars that would help climbing plants to grow vertically. A small garden or flower bed, can have that added visual interest even by using a...

Wood ducks nest in woodland areas along lakes, rivers and wetland areas. The wood duck is considered by many bird watchers as the most colorful waterfowl species. It is important to protect the...