Metal Pegboard Hooks TIPS Metal pegboard is far superior to old sawdust-and-glue pegboard Hooks never come out of metal pegboard Many colors available to match your flair Countless hooks and accessories available CLICK HERE to Get Tim's FREE & FUNNY Newsletter! This story was featured in Tim's May 8, 2018 Newsletter DEAR TIM: I've tried […]
How To Repair Mortar With Caulk DEAR TIM: My ten-year-old house developed some cosmetic cracks in the mortar. I got some bids to have tuck-pointing work done and nearly gagged when I looked at the cost. I’m wondering about using a special caulk I found that’s made to repair mortar joints. It contains fine sand […]
Money Pit Deck Tips From AsktheBuilder.com Pressure washers damage the soft light-colored spring wood Stain Solver oxygen bleach is the safe way to clean wood decks Deck sealers must have pigment and not be film formers Composite decking needs to be cleaned on a regular basis CLICK HERE to Get Tim's FREE & FUNNY Newsletter! […]
These deck cleaning instructions take you step by step with pictures through the process of cleaning a deck with oxygen bleach. Wood deck cleaning is simple with this tutorial.
I'm still not hitting on eight cylinders. I've had the flu for the past week. I'm much better the past few days, but not 100%. Thank you for your positive thoughts, the remedies you sent and "Get Well" wishes! The Estate Sale Last issue I talked about my upcoming journey to Cincinnati, OH to help […]
The Loretto Staircase is surrounded by an air of mystery - who built it and why is it still standing. But the Loretto Chapel Miracle Staircase is subject to the same laws of physics as any staircase or circular staircase.
Having a flat floor is critical when installing ceramic tile. High or low spots in the floor can cause the tile to crack. A new electronic laser level helps you locate the high or low spots in your floor.
The past three days I've been sick. Looks like I got a medium case of the flu. What a crazy illness. One minute you feel pretty good, and then an hour later, it's impossible to open your eyes. When in a low spot, I've got so little energy I actively think, "I sure hope the […]
House Wrap and Vapor Barrier TIPS House wraps go on outside surface of house under siding Vapor barriers go on warm side of wall - See Below WATCH videos below for help Great improvements in newer house wraps CLICK HERE to Get Tim's FREE & FUNNY Newsletter! Janice Rozier, who lives in Folkston, GA, sent […]
How To Slope Drain Lines TIPS Drain and vent lines must slope - Period Too much slope in a drain line is bad WATCH plumbing vent pipe video below Support pipes so slope is permanent CLICK HERE to Get Tim's FREE & FUNNY Newsletter! Jennifer Brown, who lives in Panama City, FL, purchased a new […]
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