If you’ve got the DIY builder’s bug, we’ve got tons of ideas for you! 2×4’s (and other structural lumber) are great to build with because they’re easily acquired, come in all different lengths to suit your needs, are sturdy and inexpensive! Whether you’re a first time builder or a woodworking pro, there are so many […]
Watercolor Printable 2018 Calendar + Easy DIY Desk Calendar Tutorial
Can you believe it’s only 3 weeks until we ring in the new year — 2018?! already?! I was just getting used to writing the 7 in 2017! It’s also less than two weeks until Christmas, so today’s last-minute gift tutorial and free printable 2018 calendar will help you cross those last few friends, neighbors, […]
20+ Fantastic DIY 2×4 Shelving Ideas
Awhile back, we spent a whole week talking about how 2×4 and other structural lumber can be a great material for building all sorts of things since it’s so sturdy and inexpensive. Shelving is a big part of this! Storage shelves for a garage or basement can be left plain and simple, but there are […]
75+ Things to Build with 2x4s and Other Structural Lumber
And just like that, we’re wrapping up another of our week-long series of themed posts… #2x4andMore is in the books, but never fear, we’ll have more building projects coming up because you know we just can’t quit 😉 In case you didn’t get the memo during all of our posts this week: structural lumber is […]
How to Build Space-Saving Deck Benches for a Small Deck
Just like dessert at your favorite restaurant — I always like saving the best for last! 😉 Today to wrap up our #2x4andMore series, I’m so thrilled to have an amazing building plan and video tutorial for you from our friend and contributor Krista. (There’s still time to share your projects at the link party and […]
50+ Fun Outdoor 2×4 Projects to DIY for Your Patio, Yard, and Garden
You can do amazing things with 2×4 or other structural lumber, some simple building materials and tools, and your own elbow grease! If you’re looking for some ways to revamp your outdoor space this summer, we’ve got the perfect #2x4andMore roundup for you. Just grab your favorite tutorials here, snag some structural lumber and get to […]
How to Build a One Board 2×8 Hexagon Planter
Hello Remodelaholic readers! Colleen here, DIYer behind Lemon Thistle. Today, I’m excited to be back to share a patio friendly DIY for the 2×4 and More series! This DIY Hexagon planter takes only one 12 foot 2×8 and a few tools. My dad and I put this together in an afternoon and it’s making the perfect […]
15+ Beautiful 2×4 Benches and Seating Ideas
Structural lumber like 2×4’s can be used in so many more ways than just building a house. 2×4’s are a perfect material to make benches! It would seem there would be only so many ways to make a 2×4 bench, but really there are a lot of creative ideas, so today for our #2x4andMore series […]
Easy Farmhouse Bench from Just 2 Boards
Next up in our #2x4andMore week: this easy farmhouse bench is built from just TWO boards! Check out the other 2x4andMore posts here, and be sure to subscribe by email or RSS and follow along over on Facebook and Instagram with #2x4andMore so you won’t miss any of these new tutorials! Hey Remodelaholics! I’m Crystal and I blog […]
15 Simple & Fun 4×4 Wood Crafts
What better way to continue our #2x4andMore week on the 4th of July than with 4x4s! 4×4 wood posts are good for more than just fences and beams. We’ve rounded up 15 of our favorite 4×4 wood crafts to inspire your DIY creativity. You can buy brand new 4×4 posts at your local hardware store […]
20 Easy DIY 2×4 Wood Projects
The local hardware store is filled with possibilities for the DIY enthusiast. We can’t resist the lumber aisle and find 2x4s particularly versatile when it comes to DIY wood projects. There are so many 2×4 wood projects out there it’s hard to narrow down the list. We’ve rounded up 20 of our favorite 2×4 wood […]
20 Things to Build from 2×2 Wood Boards
Next up in our #2x4andMore Week — 20 things you can build with 2×2 wood! “Wait, what? 2x2s? I thought this week was about 2x4s!” Yes, you’re right — this week is all about 2x4s and other structural lumber, so we didn’t want to forget the 2×4’s smaller brother, the versatile and useful 2×2. Each of […]
Top Tips for Working with 2×4’s: Selecting Boards, Plus Tips for Cutting, Drilling, and Ripping
In case you missed the announcement and challenge yesterday, this week on Remodelaholic is all about building with 2x4s and other structural lumber. It often gets a bad rap as being plain or boring, but with some creativity and a few tricks and tips under your belt, 2x4s and their companions along the lumber aisle […]
2×4 and More: 14 New DIY Structural Lumber and 2×4 Project Tutorials
Happy July! I can’t believe the summer is passing so quickly. We are having a great summer and I hope you are too — and today we’re kicking off another special week here at Remodelaholic! A few times a year, we pick a theme and bring in some of our favorite bloggers to do a […]
How to Build a Garden Arbor for a Backyard Wedding Arch
Build a budget-friendly garden arbor from 2x4s and other inexpensive structural lumber following our easy building plan. This classic wood arbor is beautiful for a backyard wedding arch or just everyday backyard decor! A few years back, my sister asked me to build a garden arbor for her backyard wedding. So I got to work […]
