DIY Home Exterior Projects & Tips

Today we’re building a gate using the EasyGate No-Sag Gate Kit, which includes four black, sturdy, metal brackets; screws and hinges which you add to your own lumber; and a gate latch.

Did you know you can often repair a gate, rather than replacing it? Today we’re sharing a five-step guide for how to fix a sagging gate.

Did you know you can often repair a gate, rather than replacing it? But how do you decide when to repair your gate versus when to replace it? Here’s some information to help you make that decision.

We’re sharing how to easily install Trex landscape lighting, which showcases your home and provides extra security. 

Have a green thumb but nowhere to flex it? This DIY vertical planter is the perfect solution for small-space dwellers looking to grow a garden.

A well-lit house number post offers a warm (and clear) welcome to guests—and it's recommended by police and fire departments.

A framed-panel fence adds a nice, distinctive touch to your yard. (We're using a decorative panel from Modinex.)

A fence with horizontal boards is a great way to get some extra privacy while upping the curb appeal of your home.

A vertical fence is one of the easiest fences to build, and it instantly ups the appeal of your yard while adding privacy to your outdoor living space. 

The first step to building your own fence is setting the fence posts, and we're showing you how with this simple tutorial. 

A DIY string light project is a simple and affordable way to extend your outdoor living space all year long. 

We're celebrating the fourth anniversary of Dunn DIY with this great summertime project: a sturdy and attractive hammock stand.