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Let’s Build a Medicine Cabinet Part 1

In this post you’ll learn: – The first steps to build a medicine cabinet For a few years now I’ve been itching to build a medicine cabinet.  I’m not really sure why.  I guess I never liked the idea of paying a couple hundred bucks for a small painted box.  They’re pretty simple after all. […]

January 28th, 2015
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How to Fix a Door That Won’t Shut

Since we just wrapped up the biggest home improvement project we’ve had in years, we decided to keep the next few jobs more low key.  There’s a laundry list of little things I need to fix around the house.  The most annoying one by far involves a couple of our interior doors. **But if you like […]

January 25th, 2015
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Video: What’s a Jointer ?

In this post, you’ll learn: – About jointers – How to use a jointer for tighter seams in your projects If you’re just getting started with some basic woodworking projects, you may have heard about or seen a jointer. While it’s not terribly common for DIYers to own one, it’s a pretty useful tool to […]

January 11th, 2015
Our Facebook Group

  Have questions about your own projects? Of course you do! Our New Facebook Group is THE place to ask other blog readers for their advice and opinions. We have readers of all levels of skill and experience. To post a question or comment in the Facebook Group, just visit the Facebook Group Page and […]

December 26th, 2014
The Cabinet Course

Coming Soon! Starting in July 2016 we’ll be launching a kitchen cabinet and built-in video course.  Visit CabinetsFromScratch.com and sign up for our newsletter to be the first to know when the course goes live.

December 26th, 2014
The Home Improvement Blog

DIY Projects DIY Project Library Check out our complete library of DIY Projects.   Wood Working Plans   Woodworking Projects Check out our growing collection of free woodworking plans. Improve your DIY skills by tackling one of these challenging projects.   The Blog   Add Value to Your Home Read our latest blog posts for […]

December 26th, 2014
Start here Content

Hi, I’m John and I’m going to show you how to add value to your home by tackling DIY projects big and small all while saving you money. Let’s start adding value to your home today!

December 26th, 2014
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Office Cable Management

In this post, you’ll learn: – How to organize your office cables with inexpensive hardware – Tips for using a hole saw for large diameter holes Now that we’ve actually been using our new home office for a few weeks, we’re starting to really enjoy the space.  On top of that, we’ve noticed a few areas […]

December 16th, 2014
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RIDGID Drill and Driver Combo Giveaway

Happy Holidays! This time of the year is gift buying season and boy do I have a gift for you. RIDGID Drill and Driver Combo Giveaway The folks from RIDGID have hooked us up with their newest drill and driver combo and I’m giving away one set to one of our newsletter subscribers. Here are the contest details. Giving away one […]

December 4th, 2014
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Media Center Plans Now Available

Well it’s been a while, but our latest set of woodworking are now available.  To get access to the plans, just click the button below.   Click Here to Get the Plans   The media center plans includes: – A complete shopping list – Cut sheets for all the plywood components – Cut list for all […]

December 2nd, 2014
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