Please feel free to enjoy the educational resource articles at Alan’s Factory Outlet.
The article topics include construction related information about woodworking, building basics, building materials such as the different types of wood and famous buildings, structures throughout the world, guide to Amish craftsmanship and Alan’s Factory Outlet guide to wood carving to name a few.
Alan’s Factory Outlet is locally owned and operated by Alan Bernau Jr for the last 19 years in Luray, VA.
Alan has been helping people with their building needs since 2003. We have a wide variety of metal carports, rv carports, metal garages and steel buildings ranging from 12 wide to 60 wide. We service these 22 states Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and West Virginia.
Alan Bernau Jr at Alan’s Factory Outlet
Architecture
- Building Basics: Architecture 101
- Famous Structures and Buildings
- Weddings in Unique Buildings
- Protecting Buildings and Communities from Wildfire
- Buildings of the Italian Renaissance
- Architecture of Ancient Greece
- History of New York City Structures & Skyscrapers
- A Guide to Weather Vanes
- The History and Meaning of Barn Hex Signs
- The Amish Barn Raising Tradition
- Modern Amish Barn Raising
- Famous U.S. Buildings and Landmarks
- Exploring Barn Types & Styles
- Ancient Building Marvels: The 7 Wonders of the World
- From Wood Cabin to White House: An Abe Lincoln Timeline
- Building Marvels: Landmarks of the United States
- The Architecture and Building of Bridges
- Virtual Tours of Amazing Architecture Around the World
- Virtual Tours of Famous Buildings and Landmarks Around the World
- 8 Sheds Turned into Awesome Mancaves
- Steel Weathervanes: History And Usage
Building
- Building Green and Increasing Efficiency
- From Wood to Metal – A Guide to Building Materials
- A Guide to Sustainable Building
- Guide to Building Codes for Home Additions, Fences, and Sheds
- Building for a Better Cause: Habitat for Humanity
- How to Turn a Garage into an Apartment
Woodworking
- Woodworking Resources – For the Beginning Builder
- Building Materials – Different Types of Wood
- Alan’s Factory Outlet Guide to Wood Carving
- Alan’s Factory Outlet Guide to Wood Turning
- Alan’s Factory Outlet Guide to Intarsia
- Garage Workshop Woodworking History and Resources
- Art of Wood Turning and Other Wood Hobbies
- Building With Wood: Tips and More
- Wood Rings and The Age of Trees
- A Guide to Dendrochronology
- How to Make Bird Sheds and Houses for Bird Watching
- Hand Made Birdhouses: Bring Life to Your Porch and Yard
Cars
- Famous & Exotic Car Garages from Around the World
- Stock Car History – Out of Garages to The Track
- Car Life in a Garage Versus in the Elements
- Car Maintenance: What Makes an Automobile Last?
- DIY Automobile Maintenance Done in Your Garage
- A History of Military Vehicles & Cars, Trucks and Tanks
- Cars: Vintage vs. Classic
Storage and Organization
- Practical Storage Tips for Every Homeowner
- Tips for Keeping Your Garage & Shed Organized
- Storage Tips for your Garage, Barn and Shed
- Properly Packing Boxes for your Storage Building
- Creative Storage Solutions for Small Spaces
- Shed the Clutter: Tips to Stay Organized This Summer
- Storage Tips to De-Clutter Your Home
- Where To Donate and Clean Out Your Storage
- The Complete Garage Sale Checklist
- A Step-by-Step Guide to Organizing a Garage Sale
- Tips and Resources for a Successful Garage Sale
Home
- Pre-Winter Checklists for Home Owners
- Protect Your Home and Garage Against Environmental Hazards
- Prevent Water Damage on Home, Garage, Carport
- Winter Preparation for Your Home & Storage Sheds
- Choosing the Right Types of Sheds for your Home
- DIY Repairs Guides and Home Improvements Ideas
- Keep Your Building Clean: Snow Removal Tips
- American Homes: A Brief History
- Homeowners Garage Door Care
Safety & Survival
- Pre-Winter Checklists for Home Owners
- Home and Yard Storm Preparations
- Food and Water Safety During Power Outages and Floods
- Emergency Preparedness Storage Guide
- Garage and Home Fire Safety for Kids
- Childproofing Your Garage and Yard
- Hidden Dangers – Safety Guide for Garages
- Kid’s Guide to Building a Disaster Supply Kit
- Backyard Bumps and Bruises: Outdoor Safety for Kids
- Taking Shelter in Your Garage: Emergency Preparedness
- Portable Survival Shelters for the Great Outdoors
- A Guide to Building Safety
- Identifying Hazards in Your Shed and Garage: How to Create a Safer Environment
- Storage Buildings: Chemical Storage Safety Tips
- Building Shelter and Other Survival Tips
Pest Control
- A Homeowner’s Guide to Backyard Pests
- Identify the Pests Attacking Your Garage or Yard
- Tips for Keeping Your Home and Shed Pest Free
- Outdoor Living: How to Protect Your Child from Bee Stings
- A Guide to Preventing Bees from Nesting in Your Gazebo
- Repel Mice & Other Pests from Sheds or Garages
- How to Keep Pests out of the Garage
Gazeboes
- A Guide to Backyard Gazebo Wedding Planning
- The History of Gazebos
- How to Build Your Own Gazebo
- Grilling in the Gazebo & Backyard Grill Safety Tips
- 9 Extravagant Custom Gazebos
Backyard
- Building Your Own Home Garden
- Tree and Landscaping Guide for Beginners
- A Gardening Guide for Kids
- Outdoor Activities to Encourage Children to Unplug
- Creating the Perfect Potting Shed
Barns and Animals
- A Checklist for Barn Maintenance
- Barn Raising in Colonial Times
- A Guide to Building Dog Homes, Bird Homes and More Garage Projects!
- All About Farms and Barn Animals
- Barn Spring Cleaning Tips
- Barn Hygiene and Cleaning Tips
- Alphabetical Listing of Breeds of Dogs by alansfactoryoutlet.com
- Birds and Wildlife in Your Barn
- Feral Cats in Your Barn
- Colonial History: Farming and Daily Life
- Wood Barns and More! – Identify that Tree
- Barns & Farms: Sustainable Agriculture
Horses
- Horse Barn Health Care for Hooves
- Proper Horse Storage, Nutrition and Health
- How to Keep Horse Barns and Stalls Clean
- Horse Facts, Horse Storage and Proper Horse Care
- A Kids Guide to Horses and Barn Animals
- Guide to Common Horse Illnesses and How to Treat Them
- A Guide to Common Horse Diseases
- Horses in the Middle Ages
- Horseback Riding Safety Tips
- A Guide to Horse Tack
- Resource Guide for Horseback Riding
Sports and Hobbies
- Horse Racing in Saratoga
- The History of Pinewood Derby
- History of Horse Racing
- Building Your Own DIY & Hobby Space
- Amateur Radio Contesting from your Backyard
- Maximize Your Garage at Home Workouts and Fitness Activities
- Science Projects & Experiments in the Garage: A Guide for Parents and Students
- Garage Hobbies: How to Play Darts
- Garage Hobbies: All About Archery
- A Guide to Building Model Aircraft
- Barn Decorations: How to Make Barn Quilts
Metals
- Getting Into a New Hobby: Metal Detecting
- Metals, Nonmetals, and Metalloids: A Guide to the Periodic Table
- Precious Metal Clay
- Metal Working Resources
- A Metal Allergy Resource Guide
- All About Precious and Rare Metals
- Guide to DIY Metal Casting
- Blacksmithing Basics
- A Guide to Metal Detecting for Beginners
- All About Metals and Metal Detecting
- History of Metals Timeline
- A Beginner’s Guide to Soldering Metal, Circuits, and More!