How to Build a Simple Wood Truss

 One completed truss awaiting installation.

Trusses are often used to build a structurally sound roof system for various types of buildings. This article provides the instructions for building a basic truss suitable for a small shed, storage building, or other structure not governed by specific engineering requirements or building codes.

How to Become a Fix It All Householder

Becoming a fix it all homeowner takes time, patience, and investment in tools and materials. You will become a jack-of-all-trades, not a master craftsman in each one. Over a period of years, the cost of accumulating the right tools for each job, and basic skills in using them will pay dividends in saved money hiring professionals, as well as popularity in the neighborhood if you are willing to help out others in your community.

How to Attach a Garden Hose to a Kitchen Faucet

It is convenient to attach a garden hose to a kitchen faucet when a large container needs to be filled with water, or when plants need to be watered. This is especially the case when an outdoor garden hosespigot is not available. Even when a garden spigot is available, hot water may be needed. Large containers may be too heavy to lift from the kitchen sink, and may not fit in the sink or under the faucet at all. Containers may also be unsanitary and pose a health risk if they come in contact with the kitchen sink or counter top. Garden hoses can be easily attached to kitchen faucets that have screw-on tips.