Bettesworth Construction Team
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carpentry
Build a Better Auxiliary Rip Fence for Your Table Saw
A practical guide to building a straight, replaceable auxiliary rip fence for cleaner rips, safer tall-stock cuts, rabbets, trim work, and outdoor-structure lumber.
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Built-Ins
How to Rout Plywood Dadoes That Actually Fit
Accurate plywood dadoes come from measuring the real sheet, testing the fit in scrap, and using the right router setup for the job. Here…
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Concrete Projects
How to Make a Concrete Lamp That Looks Good and Is Safe to Use
A concrete lamp is a manageable DIY project if you treat it like a small precast concrete job with a listed electrical assembly, not…
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Building Codes
Picture Framing a House: The Craft Behind Straight Walls, Strong Loads, and Clean Finishes
Picture framing is the structural craft that turns plans into the wood skeleton of a home. Here is what good framing includes, what it…
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asphalt repair
Stop Driveway Weeds at the Source: Crack, Joint, Gravel, and Drainage Fixes That Last
Driveway weeds are usually a pavement maintenance problem, not just a weed problem. Here is how to remove them, repair the openings they grow…
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construction
The Best Landscaping Materials to Protect the Area Around Your Foundation
The best material around a foundation is the one that keeps water moving away from the house. Start with proper grading, then choose stone,…
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Landscape Construction
Sedge Landscaping: A Practical Guide to Low-Water, Low-Maintenance Groundcover
Sedges can solve tough landscape problems: dry shade, damp low spots, awkward mowing areas, tree roots, and turf reduction. Here is how to choose,…
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cabinet organization
The Best Cup and Utensil Rack Setups for a Cleaner, More Functional Kitchen
A practical contractor’s guide to choosing cup and utensil racks that actually fit your kitchen, protect your cabinets, and improve daily workflow.
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Construction Planning
55 Garage-to-Outdoor Living Ideas That Actually Work
A garage can become a covered lounge, screened patio room, outdoor kitchen hub, pool house, studio, gym, or ADU, but the best projects start…
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Appliances
Garage Ice Makers That Actually Work: How to Choose the Right Setup
The best ice maker for a garage depends on how much ice you need, how hot the garage gets, and whether you can provide…