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Dear James: I think a picket fence would look good across my front and side yard. I have some saws and tools. Is this a project that the average DIYer can handle? — Jesse T. Dear Jesse: If you have ...

These front yard fence ideas will offer an added level of security, privacy, and style to your outdoor area. These looks modernize the idea of curb appeal.

Picture frames are probably one of the most common gifts for people when you don't know what to give them. I love them, and they adorn many areas of my house. However, the common wood rectangular ...

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Begin by washing down your fence with a high-pressure water cleaner to remove any flaking paint and surface grime. Once the timber dries, scrape and sand your pickets to smooth down any remaining ...

You wouldn't believe how easy it is to DIY a mailbox makeover. If you've got fence pickets to reuse, you can create a modern ...