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Tuftex PlayHouse Posted on 29 Jul 05:00 , 0 comments

The change of seasons is making us nostalgic, so we have compiled a list of the Top Ten Fan Favorite DIY Projects from the past few years. We loved revisiting them, and we hope you’ll be inspired, educated, and motivated to see what you can build!

This week, check out a stunning playhouse outside Nashville that makes us long to be kids again. Our friends at The Handmade Home did a spectacular job creating a cool, cozy space for hot summer days outside. They chose TUFTEX panels for the roof to let in the light and keep out the heat…perfection.
https://www.thehandmadehome.net/20…/…/handmade-hideaway-2-0/

The Handmade Home team also shared step-by-step plans for building your own beautiful oasis. We can’t think of a better gift for the kids – and adults – in your life, so grab your tool box and some TUFTEX panels and get started now!
www.thehandmadehome.net/…/handmade-hideaway-2-0-framing-ro…/

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#DIYMondays #TheHandmadeHome #TUFTEXpanels #playhouse #summerfun

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Benefits of Ondura Posted on 22 Jul 05:00 , 0 comments

Whether you are building a shed, animal shelter, garage, or other outbuilding, look for a roofing material that is lightweight yet durable, easy to install, and quiet in heavy rains and high winds. Joe Mooney likes ONDURA, and shows you how to install it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jrvqTot6hwQ

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#DIYMondays #ONDURA #ONDURAroof #roofinstall #JoeMooney #Homesteadonomics

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Sorensen Design's Shed Project Posted on 15 Jul 05:00 , 0 comments

The end of summer is the perfect time to build a shed, so you’ll have ample storage space when fall and winter arrive to keep things clean, safe and dry until spring. The folks at Sorensen Designs chose a shed kit and used ONDURA on the roof, because they had seen Joe Mooney’s ONDURA installation guide. Check out their step-by-step process in the video below to learn everything you need to know for your own successful shed build. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GbrsQVKvJKo


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#DIYMondays #ONDURA #SorensenDesigns #ONDURAroof #shed #shedroof #JoeMooney #Homesteadonomics

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Chocolate Delight Posted on 8 Jul 05:00 , 0 comments

 

Sarah James has a knack for repurposing old pallets and other building materials into really cool stuff, and we are big fans of her how-to videos. We’re honored Sarah chose TUFTEX PolyDecor for her latest project, the counter in a commercial chocolate shop. We’ll be posting the full DIY video soon; keep checking in so you don’t miss it! Meanwhile, here’s a sneak peak of how she used PolyDecor in Copper to create a patina / faux rust look for the front and added a concrete top.

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#DIYMondays #TUFTEX #TUFTEXPolyDecor #SarahJamesDesign #rusticcounter #chocolateshop #chocolateshopcounter

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Outdoor Kitchen Posted on 1 Jul 05:00 , 0 comments

In honor of the holidays, we are re-visiting one of our all-time favorite projects: Doug and Stacy’s outdoor kitchen on their Midwest homestead. They often use ONDURA roofing because it is easier to work with than metal, quieter inside during rain and storms, and comes in a range of great colors, like the green they chose for their outdoor kitchen. Start planning your build now and you’ll have a great place to throw a Labor Day BBQ! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gXXl_aiWMvE

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#DIYMondays #ONDURA #OffGridLife #OffGridWithDougandStacy#outdoorkitchenroof #outdoorkitchen

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Composting Fun Posted on 24 Jun 05:00 , 0 comments

We all know composting is great for the environment, but it can be hard to know how to get started. Here, our friend Heather shows us, with a little help from ONDURA. https://www.1001pallets.com/…/gated-pallet-compost-bins-can…

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#DIYMondays #CompostBin #ONDURA #composting

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Outdoor Shower Posted on 17 Jun 05:00 , 0 comments

Dreaming of long, hot, summer days? Now is the perfect time to start planning spring projects. We recommend an outdoor shower like the one April Wilkerson built at her parents' home outside Austin – super cool! April chose translucent white TUFTEX PolyCarbonate panels for the shower wall to keep the space as cool as possible, but you can have fun choosing your own color. Check out how she did it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dT42lIspPGs&t=3s

#DIYMondays #TUFTEXpanels #outdoorshower #TUFTEXshower #April Wilkerson


Screened in porch possible with Tuftex DeckDrain Posted on 10 Jun 05:00 , 0 comments

One of our industrious customers created a screened-in porch under a second-floor deck and finished the new room with TUFTEX DeckDrain on the ceiling. Designed to keep the area under a deck dry and looking great, the DeckDrain drainage system catches and diverts water away, and is easy to attach below existing decks. We think it’s pretty cool to create a new room within existing space, don’t you? Check out the before-and-after transformation!

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#DIYMondays #TUFTEX #TUFTEXDeckDrain #screenedporch#screenedporchceiling #belowthedeck

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Police K9 Dog Shelter Posted on 3 Jun 05:00 , 0 comments

As dog lovers, we are particularly excited about these kennels that house rescue dogs and K9s. Built by Sheriff’s Deputy Wine of the K9 Unit at his Virginia home, one kennel is for his personal dogs, including five rescues, one former K9 he adopted when the dog retired, and an active K9 who rides with Deputy Wine on duty. The second kennel is for boarding the department’s active K9s.

While Deputy Wine is a seasoned law enforcement officer, he is the first to admit he has no experience with construction; that’s why he chose ONDURA sheets for his kennel roofs. “I built both kennels myself, with no help, after watching YouTube videos, and my research indicated ONDURA is the easiest roofing material to install,” shares Dep. Wine. “The roof was definitely the easiest part of the project, because ONDURA is lightweight and easy to carry and manipulate. I was also able to cut it with only a razor blade and straight edge. I was super-pleased with how fast and easy the installation was, and I am very proud to say I did it right the first time and the roof looks great and doesn’t leak. Now all my dogs are protected from the elements: sun, rain and snow.” Job well-done, Deputy Wine!

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#DIYMondays #ONDURA #ONDURAroof #dogkennel #dogkennelroof#rescuedog #K9kennel #K9

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Tuftex Universal Ridge & Trim Posted on 27 May 05:00 , 0 comments

This greenhouse in Virginia features TUFTEX PolyCarbonate clear panels on the roof, plus our new ridge piece. The ridge piece, designed to be used with any TUFTEX panels, can be easily and quickly installed with or without closures for efficient ridge venting. Since we've made is so easy, why not consider building your own greenhouse this spring?

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#DIYMondays #TUFTEX #TUFTEXpanels #TUFTEXgreenhouse#greenhouseroof #greenhouse

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