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Alternative Dispute Resolution Tips

Posted on February 2, 2007 by Tim Carter

Disagreements happen between homeowners and contractors. There are alternative dispute resolutions besides going to court. Try these dispute resolution alternatives.

Posted in Miscellaneous, Remodeling | Leave a comment

Resilient Flooring Materials

Posted on February 1, 2007 by Tim Carter

Modern vinyl resilient flooring bear little resemblance to linoleum of old. Resilient floorings today incorporate a wide range of materials which make them far more durable and bouncy than the old. Check out cork flooring, vinyl floor tile and rubber flooring.

Posted in Flooring, Kitchen | Leave a comment

House Plans And Blueprints

Posted on February 1, 2007 by Tim Carter

House plans and blueprints are intimidating to many. But good house blueprints are the heart and soul of a project. Plans require Detail!

Posted in House Plans, New Construction | Leave a comment

HVAC Static Pressure

Posted on February 1, 2007 by Tim Carter

Residential heating and cooling systems are very complex. HVAC ductwork must be properly designed and sized. Equalized static pressure is important for air flow. Ductwork sizing must allow the proper amount of air to enter and leave each room.

Posted in Heating Design, New Construction | 11 Comments

Foam Insulation Video

Posted on February 1, 2007 by Tim Carter

Foam insulation can now be used around doors and windows without causing them to jam. New spray foam insulation remains flexible after curing. Tim Carter explains how to insulate with this do it yourself spray insulation.

Posted in Insulation, Insulation Videos, Insulation Videos, New Construction Videos, Remodeling Videos, Videos | Leave a comment

Wallpaper Around Windows Video

Posted on February 1, 2007 by Tim Carter

Putting wallpaper around windows can be quick and easy with these tips from Tim Carter. With his advice about how to hang wallpaper around windows, you'll get perfectly matching seams, and your wallpaper will be plumb each time.

Posted in Remodeling Videos, Videos, Wallpaper, Wallpaper Videos | Leave a comment

Copper Fittings With Solder Video

Posted on January 30, 2007 by Tim Carter

New copper pipe fittings already come with the solder in them. This video, hosted by Tim Carter, shows you how to solder copper pipe using these copper fittings.

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

How to Solder Copper Pipe Video

Posted on January 30, 2007 by Tim Carter

Soldering copper pipes is an important skill for many home improvement projects. Tim Carter shows you how to solder copper pipe to get a water tight seal.

Posted in Bathrooms Videos, DIY, DIY Videos, Plumbing Design, Plumbing Supplies, Plumbing Supplies Videos, Remodeling Videos, Videos | 5 Comments

Toilet Flange Installation Video

Posted on January 29, 2007 by Tim Carter

A toilet flange must be installed correctly for your toilet to be aligned with the bathroom wall. Tim Carter shares an easy tip on how to install a toilet floor flange.

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

Toilet Video

Posted on January 29, 2007 by Tim Carter

Toilets, how do they work? Tim Carter explains the basics of how a toilet brings water in and waste out. A new toilet uses 1.6 gallons of water which produces the energy to flush waste away. This water is stored in the commode tank and the flapper valve allows the water to move when flushed.

Posted in Bathrooms Videos, Plumbing Design, Plumbing Design Videos, Plumbing Supplies, Plumbing Supplies Videos, Videos | 5 Comments

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