Youngest Nephew

Azman is my youngest nephew. He’s a special kid, as his parents have waited for him for 18 years.

My entry for Weekend Portrait and The Weekend in Black and White this week.

Planter

This handsome planter is superior to any store-brought one. Choose Western red cedar; it is the only timber that has the capability to withstand the moisture and elements without rotting or twisting and cracking.

Painted Oregon or treated pine can be substituted, but at your peril as they will not weather well. The metal strapping (it could also be brass) idea is borrowed from the wine barrel and is vital to hold the planter together.

As the joints are just butted and screwed, epoxy glue should be used on them to give the planter strength, especially if it is going to be moved around occasionally.

Peep-Hole

Before purchasing a peep-hole from your local hardware store, check for clarity and the range of visibility it allows. Where you position it must be determined by the height of those most likely to use it.

Keep in mind that people who knock on the door may stand in a certain place because of a fly screen or other object, so position the peep-hole opposite this point.

The device consists of two parts which screw into each other; all that is required is that a hole of a suitable diameter be drilled through the door. When drilling a ply-faced door, make sure you come in from both sides. Should you come in from one side only there is a chance that the ply could break out on the opposite side. Once drilling is complete, screw the peep-hole in place.

Pile of Sacks

I don’t know for sure what’s inside it. But since the sacks are put near the unfinished house; I guess sand is the most possible contents. Have a great Monday, every one!

A Little Girl Portrait

Meet one of my nieces, Aflah. I captured her cute face while we’re in a fishing place weeks ago. Don’t you like her hair style? Her Mom said that it’s Aflah’s favorite hair style.

My entry for Weekend Portrait and The Weekend in Black and White this week.

Installing Window Locks

The extensive use of glass in our homes makes it relatively easy for burglars to smash or cut their way in. However, you can make it difficult for them to remove your belongings if you install dead-bolts on external doors and keyed locks on all the windows. Unless the burglars can locate the keys, they can’t open anything and are forced to clamber out through a window edged with broken glass.

Putting locks on timber windows is relatively easy; it may even reduce your insurance premiums and, better still, may considerably reduce the likelihood of burglary.

Purchase a system with a single master key. Keep the key in a secure, secret spot. Locks featuring one-way screws are the easiest to install, a one-way screw can be screwed in but can’t be screwed out.

Establish what type of timber window you have. A timber window consists a number of sashes (the frames that hold the glass) which are fixed by a variety of fittings to an outside frame. These sashes will be either horizontally or vertically sliding; casement (opening outward from the side); awning (opening outward at the bottom); or hopper (opening outward at the top).

Make sure the type and number of locks you select will suit your windows. If you’re unsure, ask at your hardware store.