A start-to-finish book on building greenhouses for the home gardener, this is the most complete book on DIY greenhouses you'll find anywhere. Featuring full-color step-by-step photos and comprehensive how-to instructions, the book features full plans for structures that are designed to extend the gardening season.

From ornate, Victorian-style greenhouses to basic cold frames and simpler kits, you're sure to find a project that meets your needs and fits your space. The projects include:

• DIY Gabled Greenhouse
• PVC Hoophouse
• Sun Porch Kit
• Shed-Style Greenhouse
• Old-Window Greenhouse
• Low-Maintenance Sunroom
• Companion projects, including a Cold Frame Box, Raised Planting Bed, Potting Bench, and Trellis Planter
• And more!

Find all of the most up-to-date information you need to build and run your own greenhouse, all in one place!

Featuring extended building techniques in step-by-step photo-illustrated instruction.

For kids, a treehouse is a room that never has to be cleaned, a place for muddy shoes and bug jars and adventures real and imagined; a house that you can paint whenever and however you want, without gaining approval. For adults, it's a room that never has to be cleaned, a place for muddy shoes and...well, you get the idea. But best of all a treehouse is up in a tree. And that's just cool.

Filled with inspiring photos of finished treehouses and easy-to-follow instructions for building your own, learn with your family treehouse basics--choosing a tree, planning and design, treehouse safety--followed by building techniques for:

• Platforms designed for various tree configurations
• Framing and finishing walls and railings
• Finishing interiors with paneling, shelves, and flip-down tables and bunks
• Doors, both classic and in fun shapes
• Windows, including shutters and pop-ups
• Building and framing roofs
• Modes of access, including ladders, stairs, trap doors, and a fireman's pole
• Playthings, including swings, a zip line, a rock climbing wall, slides, and more

Build the treehouse you and your kids have always dreamed of with BLACK+DECKER The Complete Guide to Treehouses 3rd edition.

Kids and families of all ages are rediscovering the great outdoors, including their own backyards. It is more important than ever to be able to entertain our kids at home, teach them about nature, and give them a great time building, exercising, staying in shape, and working together. All of these actions help foster independence, confidence, and growth. In Do-It-Yourself Backyard Playgrounds, authors Jean and David Stiles offer user-friendly plans (all hand-drawn by David) and step-by-step instructions to help you build something great in your own backyard. They offer a range of easy, timeless projects that can be made in an afternoon--trolley ride, treasure chest, circle swing, lemonade stand--alongside more ambitious projects, like the warped wall and treehouse. Learn how to build a complete Ninja adventure course and see how the treehouse can double as a home base for the adventure course that radiates from it

The book includes photos of projects (during construction and completed), and explanatory step-by-step illustrations.

Add the perfect deck and enjoy the outdoors from the comfort of your own home! Featuring 30 complete deck plans that are created and provided by the industry's leading master deck builders, this comprehensive, easy-to-read guide will walk you through the entire process of designing, building, and repairing a deck from start to finish. With step-by-step instructions for accomplishing all the included deck designs, coordinating photography, material lists, and expert advice, build the deck of your dreams whether you do it yourself or hire a contractor. Newly updated edition includes revisions to information that complies with major deck codes implemented in recent years, plus new sections on deck repair, installing deck accessories, and more.

Unlock the potential of your backyard with Building Sheds by Joseph Truini, a comprehensive guide that has helped over 250,000 DIY enthusiasts bring their shed visions to life.

This extensively updated edition is packed with nearly 500 photos and illustrations, providing all the expert advice you need to construct a shed from start to finish.

Whether you're looking for extra storage, a garden retreat, or a functional workspace, Building Sheds provides the tools and inspiration you need to complete one of the most popular outdoor building projects successfully. Get started on your shed-building journey today!

Key Features:

• Diverse Shed Styles: Choose from five distinct styles to match your needs and aesthetic, including timber-frame garden sheds, board-and-batten, low-maintenance storage options, cedar shingle, and post-and-beam designs.
• Step-by-Step Instructions: From initial design to final construction, Truini details every essential step in the process. Learn how to select materials, build foundations, and install windows and doors with ease.
• Customizable Projects: Detailed working drawings not only guide you through the construction of the featured sheds but also empower you to mix and match techniques to create a shed that's uniquely yours.
• Expert Advice: Benefit from Truini's wealth of knowledge as he shares practical tips and tricks accumulated from years of experience in building and design.

Plan, create, and enjoy your dream water garden! DIY Guide to Ponds, Fountains, Rain Gardens & Water Features provides essential information on designing and installing all types of home water gardens, from naturalistic to formal, plus fountains, waterfalls, streams, bog gardens, rain gardens, and more. With this expert guide, you'll learn how to construct each of these structures, as well as how to incorporate a variety of aquatic plants, fish, and other pond inhabitants, and even how to design wooden bridges and stepping-stones. You'll also find advice and plants for all regions, plus special tips for gardens in extreme conditions and zone charts. A best-selling resource, this newly updated edition features today's newest technologies and products, such as pond-less waterfall kits for small spaces, as well as a new chapter on constructing naturalistic swimming ponds that are free from chlorine. Also included is new information on construction, planting methods, and various DIY ponds, water features, and rain gardens that are suitable for both small, urban lots and expansive suburban landscapes, making this complete how-to guide accessible for anyone!

Crystal-clear advice for maintaining a crystal-clear swimming pool

Keeping a swimming pool ready for use requires some chemistry know-how, an understanding of how pool mechanics work, and some time spent doing good old-fashioned cleaning work. Pool Care For Dummies offers a reliable, comprehensive resource for building the knowledge that lets you turn pool maintenance into a do-it-yourself task. Written by a certified swimming pool professional who started taking care of pools when she was 5 years old, this book helps you separate the good advice from the bad as you learn to build an upkeep schedule, figure out what chemicals you actually need and which are less-than-magical potions, and fix the common problems that plague all pool owners. With so much trustworthy pool care advice in one place, you can finally cut back on time spent searching for swimming pool advice and more time splashing with your friends and family!

• Learn how pools work and get the tools you need to keep your pool running
• Test your water and maintain a safe swimming environment
• Care for your and balance your above-ground or in-ground pool
• Know what to do when unexpected problems arise

Private pool owners who need to know what's what in the water will love this clear and complete Dummies guide.

National codes expert Bruce A. Barker accurately shows how to design and build decks right. Given that every year in the US more than 120,000 people are injured by deck collapses, and more than 50 die, following Barker's careful and detailed advice is not only important for passing inspection, but to protect against potential disaster.

Using the same common-sense approach he used in his best-selling book BLACK+DECKER Codes for Homeowners, Barker isolates the aspects of deck building that are the most frequent sources of trouble and shows--with photos, illustrations, and commentary--exactly how to do it correctly.

This updated edition is not only for DIYers who are building a brand new deck. National deck building codes have changed significantly in the past five years. If your existing deck is more than two or three years old, you'll want this detailed but accessible volume.

Designing the outside of the home adds to curb-side appeal, creates ambiance and increases the value of the home. A complete DIY guide to enhance your home with walkways, garden walls, and patios, Ultimate Guide: Walks, Patios & Walls, 2nd Edition provides the homeowner with all the information needed to integrate popular hardscape designs into their overall home landscape. Included are dozens of design ideas with easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions for a variety of landscape projects, including brick, mortar, and concrete walks and patios, flagstone and tile patios, brick and mortared stone walls, and so much more. With hundreds of building tips and construction drawings for projects, also included in this updated edition is new content on hardscaping design and materials, choices to consider that combat climate change, pervious versus impervious surfaces, terracing, and other elements that influence stormwater runoff and site planning, and more.

This complete guide shows homeowners how to:

*build fences that provide privacy and security
*mark boundaries
*hide unpleasant views
*keep animals in or out
*beautify a yard
*provide protection from the elements.

Author Jeff Beneke guides readers through the building process with illustrated step-by-step instructions. Also included is information on how to repair fences and gates that have been damaged over time.

A picnic on the beach. Cocktails and a snack at sunset. Sharing a potluck meal around the fire, and letting the night drift lazily along in the pleasures of roasting marshmallows and swapping stories. Getting together in nature, with food and drink, is among the most restorative rituals we can experience, fostering a kind of intimacy and ease that's rare in any other setting.

Al Fresco, with its fresh, delicious recipes and unexpected ideas, its tips for exploring new ways to get outdoors, its interviews with dozens of kindred spirits, is an inspiring and beautiful playbook for anyone who wants to spend more time outside with friends and family. The credo is simple: Nature opens us up to ourselves, and the food we share opens us up to each other.

Elevate your outdoor living space with All New Building Decks, the completely updated edition of the bestselling classic from the experts at Fine Homebuilding.

Whether you're looking to revamp your existing deck or build the outdoor oasis of your dreams, this comprehensive guide is packed with the latest tips, advice, and projects to help you successfully tackle your deck-building project from start to finish.

With the site-tested techniques that Fine Homebuilding is renowned for, All New Building Decks equips you with everything you need to build a safe, secure, and beautiful deck that enhances your home and lifestyle.

• Expert Guidance: Benefit from the collective wisdom of seasoned professionals who share their best practices and insider tips on deck construction, ensuring your project is both safe and aesthetically pleasing.
• Comprehensive Coverage: This edition walks you through every crucial aspect of deck building, including:
  • Tools and Materials: Discover everything you need from hardware to fasteners, flashing to finishes, equipping you with the knowledge to choose the right components for your deck.
  • Deck Design: Explore creative design ideas, whether you want a small but elegant deck, a porch with a roof, or a layout that takes advantage of your natural surroundings, complete with decorative inlays and innovative lighting solutions.
  • Deck Framing: Understand the fundamentals of loads, footings, and frame construction, including how to reinforce an old deck for safety. Avoid common pitfalls with a rundown of the Top 10 Deck-Building Mistakes.
• Visual Inspiration: With over 400 photographs and illustrations, this guide offers visual guidance that will inspire you and help simplify complex concepts through a clear, step-by-step approach.
• Additional Features: Gain quick access to essential information on railings, stairs, benches, planters, decorative borders, custom sizing, and more, making it easier than ever to create the deck you envision.

Sauna Construction Handbook - A Comprehensive Guide to Building an Outdoor Sauna

Build Your Dream Sauna: step-by-step Sauna Building Book

If you've ever thought about building your own sauna but felt overwhelmed by the idea, this book is here to help. It's a straightforward, beginner-friendly guide that walks you through each stage of the sauna-building process.

Your sauna, built RIGHT: If you want a great sauna, but are on a tight budget, then this is a great investment. Do it yourself, do it right!

What you will learn:
Chapter 1: Sauna Design Principles
Chapter 2: Preparing for Construction
Chapter 3: Sauna Building
Chapter 4: Sauna Interior
Chapter 5: Summary
Bonus Chapter 6: Starting Your Sauna Business

What else is included:
PDF sauna plan download - We've included a link to a PDF sauna plan of our Sauna Eevi in both Metric and Imperial.

Sauna Construction Handbook Reviews
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ It was a very informative read. I have been building swimming pools, homes, bridges, dams and hospitals all over the globe for the past 40 years. Very experienced in construction, and I still did learn some interesting things from your book. Just goes to show that you are never too old to learn. Keep up the good work. - Rick Covaic
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A very helpful read! Only sauna reference I've found so far that also discusses the practicalities of the physical build, and not just the theory. - John Strong
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I was searching for an e-book that covers every aspect of the building process, and I finally found it. The e-book is written in an easy-to-read language and has a lot of useful information. I can't wait to start building! - Michael Williams
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Just bought it, it's really good! I recommend publishing it on Amazon, so people can buy a physical copy as well. - Mikael Kristianslund

About the Author

Wojciech Kumik is an architect with a passion for small-scale projects. In 2020, together with my father, we built our first sauna, Sauna Tuula, which quickly gained popularity within online sauna communities for its aesthetics. This experience inspired me to help others build their own saunas by creating detailed sauna plans and sharing my expertise.

He runs a website popular amongst sauna builders: www.homemadesauna.com
He is an admin of Facebook group: Outdoor Sauna Plans & Construction with over 20k members.

Dubbed the plantfluencers by the New York Times, Mel Brasier, Garrett Magee, and James DeSantis, owners of the Manscapers landscaping company, do more than plant, mulch, and manicure a garden; they look at the space just as interior designers do a room, considering the aesthetics and the way people live in it. Now they show you how to apply familiar interior design principles to your outdoors, including:

The Midcentury Modern Landscape explores the origins of midcentury modern garden design for the home, revealing how designers at the time blurred the divisions between indoors and outdoors, creating gardens that were for living, a style that went on to inspire contemporary gardens around the world.

The Midcentury Modern Landscape is a fresh guide for those seeking bold approaches to redefine their outdoor space, or wishing to learn more about the history of mid century modern aesthetics.

Create something to show for your weekend! If you're looking for projects that you can start and finish in just a weekend's time, look no further than Outdoor Wood Projects. This collection of 24 projects for the backyard and garden can be completed with basic DIY tooling, inexpensive materials, and beginner skills. Perfect for basic woodworkers and just right for anyone more experienced who wants a filler project.

Put your stamp on your outdoor space. Why compromise with mass merchandise when you can make your own? With Outdoor Wood Projects you can create exactly what you need. Though quick and inexpensive to build, the projects in this collection will enhance your garden and backyard for years to come, including:

• a window box with corbels
• an Adirondack chair and ottoman
• a strawberry pyramid
• a compost bin
• a trellis with cutouts
• and many more!

Special sections and good ideas. Outdoor Wood Projects includes a whole chapter devoted to projects built with bamboo. And a number of the projects are constructed from reclaimed or recycled wood (such as an Adirondack chair made from wood pallets).

We make it easy to get the project done! Easy-to-follow directions, photos, and illustrations take you step by step through each project. And materials, tools, and techniques are covered so you can enjoy a successful weekend.

Download this book, read it to the end and see BONUS: Your FREE Gift chapter after the conclusion.

Buy this book so that you can discover exactly how you can take part in the growing trend of mushroom horticulture. Find out how you can grow your very own mushrooms from the comfort of your own home, for your own use and also for profit. This book takes you every step of the way, from the first stages of fungus growth all the way to the market. Learn not only how to grow mushrooms but also how to maintain them and facilitate a proper fungal life cycle.

Also, discover in depth the full benefits that these mushrooms can bring you and your household. Mushrooms for example, are loaded with an abundant amount of vitamins, minerals, and protein. These positive attributes can do wonders when it comes to boosting the immune system, reducing cholesterol buildup in the body, and even in the prevention of cancer. This is the ultimate guide for the budding mushroom enthusiast; buy this book to find out more

In this book you will learn how you can:

• Grow and maintain your own Mushrooms
• Know how to fend off Mushroom Pests and Disease
• Learn how to Market your Mushrooms for Profit
• Understand different Mushroom Types and Categories
• And a whole lot more