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Dunn DIY is your resource for inspiration and advice no matter where you are on your DIY journey.

Here, you’ll find hundreds of project plans and tutorials based on the trusted expertise of a hundred-year-old family-run business. Dunn DIY launched its first project back in 2014, and our journey since then has been to make big ideas (and the tools you need to bring them to life) less intimidating. Always wanted to build an Adirondack chair? We’ve got you covered. Never used a level? We’ll show you how

As an online extension of our physical Dunn Lumber stores, we don’t just show you how to make things—we’re here to answer questions every step of the way. Dunn DIY is more than just materials lists and how-tos—we’re a community of creators of all skill levels and styles. 

You’ll find new projects and guides posted right here every other week to keep you inspired and prepared for whatever project you decide to conquer (and for the weeks in between, we have hundreds of tutorials in our project archive).

Whether you’re new to DIYing or a seasoned pro, we can’t wait to see how you make it yours.

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  1. DIY Fall Home Maintenance Guide

    DIY Fall Home Maintenance Guide

    Fall’s unmistakable chill is in the air, and for those of us who live in the Pacific Northwest, that’s our cue to start the home weatherization process.

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  2. Your Guide To Pruning

    Your Guide To Pruning

    With a good tool and some tips from the experts at Swansons Nursery, you’ll be on your way to perfectly pruned trees in no time.

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  3. Tools 101: What Are Driver Bits?

    Tools 101: What Are Driver Bits?

    In this episode of Tools 101, we're covering the basics of driver bits: what they are, how to use them, and different types.

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    Tools 101 Series: Nails vs. Screws

    Tools 101 Series: Nails vs. Screws

    In this episode of Tools 101, we’re covering the basics of nails and screws, and how to discern where and when to use each.

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  5. Tools 101: Assorted Drill Bits and Accessories

    Tools 101: Assorted Drill Bits and Accessories

    In today’s episode of Tools 101, we’re covering less common drill bits and other drill attachments that will allow you to get even more use out of your power drill.

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  6. How To Build a Pergola

    How To Build a Pergola

    This DIY pergola project is your one-way ticket to relaxation mode—and it comes together in just 10 steps.

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  7. Tools 101: How To Use Spade/Paddle Bits

    Tools 101: How To Use Spade/Paddle Bits

    In today's episode of Tools 101, we're covering everything you need to know to get started with using spade/paddle bits.

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  8. DIY Kayak Caddy

    DIY Kayak Caddy

    This kayak caddy makes getting your kayak from land to sea a breeze.

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  9. Tools 101: How To Use Twist Bits

    Tools 101: How To Use Twist Bits

    Twist bits are the most common type of drill bit, and our go-to bit here at Dunn DIY. In this episode of Tools 101, we'll cover what they are, when to use them, and how to care for them.

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  • About Dunn DIY

    Home is what you make it. It's a feeling. It's a place where you can settle in and live out the truest expression of yourself. Your home is your canvas, your signature. It's not a place to be ordinary. You're not. And neither are the spaces where we live. They are inspired. They are unique. They are reflections of our dreams, hopes, and aspirations. This is your chance to transform that imagined future into a reality - with wood stain, wall paint, and nails. Here you can do it yourself. Here you can be elegant, but gritty, independent, but empowered. It is a place where you can inspire and be inspired, a place where you can make it yours.

  • Authors

    • Kirsten Dunn
      Kirsten Dunn
    • Todd Dermody
      Todd Dermody
    • Special contributers
      Special Contributors
  • About Dunn contractor

    Dunn Lumber has been providing the greater Seattle area with expert service and quality materials for over 100 years. Over time, we've made long-lasting relationships with contractors and craftsmen.

  • Authors

    • Daniel Westbrock
      Daniel Westbrook
    • Jim Coshow
      Jim Coshow
    • Mike Dunn
      Mike Dunn
    • Katheryn Coshow
      Kathryn Coshow
    • Todd Dermody
      Todd Dermody
    • Special contributers
      Special Contributors