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    Painting your new or old shed

    So you need to paint your new (or old) shed?  No problem! You’ve come to the right place.  Painting a shed is very simple if you follow these four simple steps… GET THE RIGHT TOOLS Very paint job requires a few basic tools. You’ll need a roller, an exention pole…

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    Materials Needed To Build A Shed

    Every plan we sell includes a list of materials needed to build a shed.  Below is a more detailed version with explainations of each material and some commentary why each material is important. Preparation Shed Plan or blueprint: Every great project starts with a plan and DIY-Plans.com provides that for…

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    How Big Should I Build My Shed

    I’m in the process of building my own home.  My father is a contractor and so I’ve grown up around the process my whole life.  But I’ve never done it by myself.  Needless to say it’s a daunting task and it takes a lot of my time but I enjoy…

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    Damp Proofing Your Foundation

    New Construction: Damp-proofing a Foundation Wall One area where you can save a few dollars when building a home is to apply your own damp proofing to your basements walls. This is an easy DIY project and could put a few dollars back into your pocket. Damp-proofing is different than…

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    Cutting in paint around trim and windows

    Tools and Materials: Paint 2 ½” Paint Brush Paint trim bucket Paint Shield Key Points: Prepare paint so it will spread smoothly. If the paint is water base use a small amount of water. Make sure to only add a very small amount of water at a time. If possible…

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    Gärningen Meaning: Swedish Culture, Action & Responsibility

    Introduction to Gärningen An idea that goes beyond simple action—taking responsibility and making meaningful contributions to society—is at the core of Swedish culture. This idea is encapsulated in the term “gärningen.” While it may sound simple, its implications are profound. Gärningen intertwines personal growth with community engagement, revealing how our…