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Buying Wood Guide

The Ultimate Guide to Buying Wood: Home Improvement Stores vs. Lumber Yards

The Ultimate Guide to Buying Wood: Home Improvement Stores vs. Lumber Yards

Are you wondering where to buy the best wood for your next DIY project? In this guide, we break down the differences between home improvement stores and lumber yards, helping…

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Hi, I'm Amanda, and I'm so excited you're here! Alongside my hubby, our passion is helping you live sustainably through DIY Projects, Sustainable Home Improvements & Eco-friendly Tips.

From DIY projects around the house like installing solar panels and building furniture to eco-friendly swaps and gardening, we try to share it all. BLLF helps anyone striving to live big while still leaving a little footprint on their environment.

Amanda | Big Living Little Footprint | DIY & Sustainable Living

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Our favorite eco wood finish ⬇️ We strive to Our favorite eco wood finish ⬇️ We strive to use products that align with our eco-conscious values and help us DIY in a sustainable, non-toxic way. @rubiomonocoatusa products are our favorite eco wood finishes because they're plant based, zero-VOC, and they even plant a verified tree for every order! Why we don't use traditional finishes anymore 👇 🛠 Many stains and paints release harmful chemicals (VOCs) and continue to do so afterwards. Clear topcoat like polyurethane are essentially putting layers of plastic on your project. 🫠 💚 There are better quality products that are zero VOC and plant-based, so thus they are not harmful to you or the environment. ✨️ Bonus is our favorite brand of wood finish only requires ONE coat (instead of layers upon layers like traditional finishes), so it SAVES you time too! 🔗 Comment ‘ECO FINISH’ if you want to a link to some awesome eco products like Rubio for DIY projects! *Link will be sent straight to your DMs. Make sure to check all the folders and follow @bigliving.littlefootprint first, so messages don't get hidden!* #woodworking #rubiomonocoat #ecofriendlyproduct #diyhome #kansascity #biglivinglittlefootprint #ecodiy #Affiliate
It's natural to make mistakes ⬇️ We all do, e It's natural to make mistakes ⬇️ We all do, even if you've been building for a while! It can happen on simple things like not using waterproof glue on an outdoor planter box. BUT we were able to fix it with a neat trick 😏 We would honestly make a TON more mistakes if we didn't create DIY plans to follow! They're much more helpful than a napkin sketch with some size and quantities scribbled on it 😬 We like details and models to ensure we won't make major mistakes or a piece of furniture won't go together. If you're ready to make less mistakes and build a project, then do this 👇 🛠 Comment ERROR for a link to all our DIY plans so you don't have to start from scratch! I'll also share the video link that shows you how we fixed our mistake of using the wrong glue. *Link to our plans will be sent straight to your DMs. Make sure to check all the folders and follow @bigliving.littlefootprint first, so messages don't get hidden!*
🛠 Comment ‘COLLECTION’ for a link to all ou 🛠 Comment ‘COLLECTION’ for a link to all our DIY plans so you can have a shortcut to jumpstarting your next DIY project! Pssssst this Flipping Workbench is one of our DIY plans 😆 *Link to our plans will be sent straight to your DMs. Make sure to check all the folders and follow @bigliving.littlefootprint first, so messages don't get hidden!*
How can you confidently start?! Having a done-fo How can you confidently start?! Having a done-for-you plan with all the details and planning already done can give you a GIANT leg up to building this dreamy headboard. If you comment PLANS, I'll send you the link to the DIY Plans, which come with so much! This DIY Plan includes: ✨️ Complete Materials List ✨️ Examples Built Photos ✨️ Detailed How To post ✨️ Guide on how to read engineering drawings ✨️ Detailed DIY plan set with 3D images/piece sizing ✨️ Even a YouTube of us building it It's handing you everything you need to confidently build this headboard. All you have to do is get started! ❤️ *Link to our plans will be sent straight to your DMs. Make sure to check all the folders and follow @bigliving.littlefootprint first, so messages don't get hidden!*
Let’s keep it real 👇 Sometimes DIY projects Let’s keep it real 👇 Sometimes DIY projects lead to more waste, unnecessary purchases, or materials that aren't sustainable. But with a little planning and thoughtful choices, you can create something amazing without compromising the planet! Comment 'RESOURCES', and we'll send you a link to our site full of resources! 🌍 Here are a few ways to make your DIY projects more sustainable and eco-friendly: 1️⃣ Use Sustainable Materials: Opt for reclaimed wood or wood scraps, non-toxic paints, or upcycled materials when possible. Look for FSC-certified wood or bamboo to minimize environmental impact. 🌿 2️⃣ Plan for Longevity: Make something that will last! Choose designs and materials that are durable, so you're not replacing it in a few years. Quality over quantity! ✨ 3️⃣ Minimize Waste: Measure twice, cut once. Be mindful of scraps and leftovers—reuse them in future projects or give them to someone who can! ♻️ 4️⃣ Repurpose & Upcycle: Got something old lying around? Give it new life by transforming it into something functional and beautiful instead of tossing it! 💡 Remember: DIY can be both creative AND sustainable. Let’s be intentional about how we create, keeping both style and sustainability in mind! 🌎💚 *Link will be sent straight to your DMs. Make sure to check all the folders and follow @bigliving.littlefootprint first, so messages don't get hidden!*
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