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Before you construct an outbuilding on your property, take time to do some prep work. Find out about permits and local ordinances, evaluate the proximity to utilities, and assess your needs.
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If you need to dry wood for projects, there are options. You can let it sit outside in the sun or dry it in a kiln.Get the best of both worlds by building a solar kiln.
Radio interview source: Lucas Peters, How-to-Editor, WOOD Magazine
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For the do-it-yourself woodworker, a homemade solar kiln can dry lumber in as...
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A root cellar can be a concrete-lined hole in the ground, a converted garage, or even an old ice house. To have a good root cellar, you need the proper ventilation, temperature, and humidity.
Radio interview source: Jennifer Megyesi, Author, The Joy of Keeping a Root Cellar, and Owner, Fat Rooster Farm
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Here's how to achieve the attractive look and perfect function you want for outbuildings on your country property.
Building a shed
A shed should be a thing of beauty to behold, says David Stiles, author of Sheds: The Do-It-Yourself Guide to Backyard Builders. "People often make the mistake of thinking of...
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Living the Country Life Radio Program with Betsy Freese
Self-taught talent
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Radio interview source: Dick Schwab, Solon, IA
I wouldn't say he was "born in a barn," but Dick Schwab...
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Make a detailed plan before you start building.
Thinking of building a barn or renovating an old one? Whether you want a few stalls, a traditional structure, or a party barn, make a detailed plan before you start building.
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Here are a few practical design tips that will save you time and money.
Getting started
Weekend to-do list:
Fix holes in stall floors
Scrub water buckets
Replace boards in stalls
Clean nests out of rafters
Paint barn...
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A barn has multiple uses on an acreage. Make sure your land can handle the building requirements of a barn.
Having a place in the country means you can build a barn for animals, machinery, or whatever else you need to shelter. But, make sure the land is well-suited for a barn.
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You may be facing a decision on what to do with an old barn that's seen better days. Restoration can be expensive, but sometimes just keeping up with repairs will maintain the building for future...
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Simple adjustments make a world of difference safety and completing chores
Radio interview source: Bob McBride, Director of Construction Management, Sand Creek Post and Beam
Listen here: Barn lighting options
Whether you're building a new barn or remodeling...