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Outdoor wooden pergola with white drapes, surrounded by plants and wicker furniture, set against green trees and sunlight in the background.Outdoor wooden pergola with white drapes, surrounded by plants and wicker furniture, set against green trees and sunlight in the background.

Strong and Beautiful DIY Projects for your Home

Outdoor wooden pergola with white drapes, surrounded by plants and wicker furniture, set against green trees and sunlight in the background.

Making things stronger is what we've been doing for more than 60 years. We take pride in knowing that when contractors and homebuilders choose our connectors and fasteners they know they're made to the highest quality standards. Now, DIYers can also feel that same confidence knowing that the projects built with our products will bring beauty and strength to your living space. We invite you to look around to find your project, find your plan and get building today!

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DIY Projects & Plans

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Featured DIY Projects

Making a DIY Covered Firewood Rack Holder

How to Build a Durable Home DIY Bar

6 Free Pergola Plans (Plus: Pavilions, Patios and Arbors)

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Trending DIY Videos

Explore this Simpson Strong-Tie DIY playlist packed with step-by-step videos to help you build safe, strong, and stylish outdoor projects. From pergolas to storage solutions, these tutorials make DIYing easier and more efficient for any skill level.

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Create spaces that improve your backyard experience with our easy-to-use software and much more...

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Outdoor Living Software

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Deck Center

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Outdoor Accents Decorative Hardware