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Nail Guns Video

Posted on July 2, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter describes various types of nail guns - cordless nail gun, electric nail gun, and gas powered nail gun. He also demonstrates how to use a nail gun.

Posted in New Construction Videos, Tools, Tools Videos, Videos | Leave a comment

Foundation Watering Video

Posted on June 29, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter demonstrates a few easy ways to keep the base of your house from getting structural cracks. Foundation cracks can occur during extremely dry weather. The soil dries up and pulls away from your foundation. Keep your foundation watered to help avoid house settlement.

Posted in Foundation, Foundation Videos, New Construction Videos, Outdoor Projects, Outdoor Projects Videos, Outdoor Videos, Videos | Leave a comment

Architectural Woodwork Video

Posted on June 29, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter demonstrates how to make a house look like an older Victorian by simply replacing some of the window trim and door trim woodwork.

Posted in New Construction Videos, Trim Lumber, Trim Lumber Videos, Videos | Leave a comment

Asphalt Roofing Shingles Video

Posted on June 29, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter demonstrates how to replace a damaged roof shingle. Roof shingles can be replaced when damaged. The hardest part might be climbing up and down the ladder.

Posted in Outdoor Videos, Roofing, Roofing Videos, Videos | 3 Comments

Asphalt Repair Video

Posted on June 29, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter demonstrates a really easy way to patch a bad spot of asphalt road, sidewalk or driveway. Asphalt repair or driveway crack repair require proper hole preparation for the patch to hold.

Posted in Asphalt - Blacktop, Asphalt Videos, Outdoor Videos, Videos | 2 Comments

Crown Molding Cutting Video

Posted on June 29, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter demonstrates a few easy tips to make perfect cuts on crown molding. Making some sample test pieces will assist in the corners of the room. Following these techniques make for easy crown molding installation.

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Paint And Drywall Video

Posted on June 29, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter tells you how to paint new drywall with great products and the proper technique. Use a drywall paint that includes a drywall sealer.

Posted in Drywall - Plaster, Drywall Videos, Drywall Videos, New Construction Videos, Painting - Staining, Painting / Staining Videos, Remodeling Videos, Videos | Leave a comment

How To Glue PVC Pipe Video

Posted on June 29, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter shows you how to expertly prep and join PVC piping for a non-leak connection. Working with PVC piping is not as hard as juggling. These tips will help you get a leak free joint when using PVC glue.

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

Sanding Tips Video

Posted on June 29, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter explains and demonstrates a number of handheld sanders, along with some cool new sandpaper! There is a sander sized just right for your job.

Posted in DIY, DIY Videos, New Construction Videos, Remodeling Videos, Tips, Tools, Tools Videos, Videos | Leave a comment

House Paint Video

Posted on June 28, 2007 by Tim Carter

Tim Carter talks about house paint and the differences between them. Which is the best exterior house paint for you? With the wide range of house paint colors, there is a color just right when you are ready to paint a house.

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