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Exterior Painting Video

Posted on July 3, 2007 by Tim Carter

Anyone can paint. But to get professional looking results, preparation is the key when answering the question - how to paint a house. Tim Carter demonstrates the proper way to get ready for painting that house.

Posted in Painting - Staining, Painting / Staining Videos, Remodeling Videos, Videos | Leave a comment

Home Design Software Video

Posted on July 3, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter demonstrates just how helpful some home design software can be when drawing up plans for landscaping, building, or remodeling. 3D home design software allows you to see what the house will look like before it is built.

Posted in House Plans, House Plans Video, New Construction Videos, Videos | Leave a comment

Water Heater Recirculating Pumps Video

Posted on July 3, 2007 by Tim Carter

A water heater recirculating pump can get hot water to your bathroom when you need, without delays. Tim Carter shows one pump with a great built-in timer.

Posted in Bathrooms Videos, Plumbing Design, Plumbing Design Videos, Plumbing Supplies, Plumbing Supplies Videos, Videos | 4 Comments

Shovels Video

Posted on July 3, 2007 by Tim Carter

Which shovel should I use? Tim Carter explains how to choose the right shovels for the right jobs. There are even special shovels designed just for gardening tools.

Posted in New Construction Videos, Tools, Tools Videos, Videos | 1 Comment

Door Painting Video

Posted on July 3, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter demonstrates how to paint a door with many panels. There are certain steps to take to ensure a professional looking finish when door painting.

Posted in Painting - Staining, Painting / Staining Videos, Remodeling Videos, Videos | Leave a comment

PVC Fittings Video

Posted on July 3, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter demonstrates how to get a leak free fit for plumbing when using PVC pipe and fittings with primer and PVC cement. Your PVC pipe projects will go better with these PVC fittings tips.

Posted in Bathrooms Videos, Plumbing Design, Plumbing Supplies, Plumbing Supplies Videos, Videos | Leave a comment

Kitchen Sink Back Up Video

Posted on July 3, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter demonstrates a few simple ways on how to clear a clogged drain. A clogged kitchen drain can be a real mess. If the plunger does not work, try these methods before calling the plumber.

Posted in Kitchen, Kitchen Videos, Kitchens Videos, Videos | Leave a comment

Custom Wood Work Video

Posted on July 3, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter shows how to get custom finished lumber made for your home woodwork projects. You can get the exact style or contour millwork that your wood work project requires.

Posted in New Construction Videos, Trim Lumber, Trim Lumber Videos, Videos | 2 Comments

Fix A Broken Door Knob Video

Posted on July 3, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter fixes a loose door knob handle. Taking apart a door knob is a simple repair job with just a few screwdrivers. This video will show you how to tighten door knob.

Posted in Doors, Doors Videos, Remodeling Videos, Videos | 6 Comments

2×4 Quality Tips Video

Posted on July 3, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter shows which 2x4s in an assortment will work best in a particular place (like corners or a doorway stud) while building.

Posted in New Construction Videos, Rough Lumber, Rough Lumber Videos, Tips, Videos | 1 Comment

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