AsktheBuilder mp3 Radio Show May 21 2005
Tim talks about his trip to the Hardware Show in Las Vegas and gives his review. He also answers callers' questions about heatilator fireplaces, tar and chip driveways, roofing nailers and ceramic tile.
Author Archives: Tim Carter
AsktheBuilder mp3 Radio Show May 7 2005
Tim tackles a variety of caller's questions today. Topics include drywall blisters, concrete foundations, concrete repair, pre-fab homes, concrete driveway spalling, nail pops under linoleum, removing concrete bleed water, new treated lumber, musty basements and cracked wood siding.
Patios of Brick – Concrete or Clay
To build a patio of brick, decide first if you'll use clay bricks or concrete brick. Concrete bricks come in more shapes and sizes.
Old Brick Patio Ideas – My Mother-in-Law Patio
Brick patios can be installed in different ways. Two of the best brick patio installation methods for the DIY'r are explained here.
Concrete and Flagstone Patio Tips
Concrete and flagstone will create a flagstone patio of beauty and durability that will save you thousands in cash if you do it yourself. From patio stone purchase, to grout, mortar and use of the rock hammer - here's how.
Patio Sizing Tips
Your patio will delight for years if you take time to think about patio designs. Create patio plans that will allow enough space to fit all the patio furniture you want.
Hepa Filter & Hepa Vacuum Manufacturers
Avoid lead poisoning with a hepa filter used in hepa vacuums. Lead poison in dust penetrates normal vacuum filters. Use only hepa filters if vacuuming during removal of lead paint.
Free Lead Poisoning Hazard Information
Lead poisoning is a widespread risk in millions of our older homes. Free sources of information on lead poison and lead paint hazards are listed. Avoid the ominous dangers of lead based paint and lead paint removal. Educate yourself to protect you and your family from lead paint poisoning ... before it's too late.
Lead Poisoning Danger – Lead Paint
Lead poisoning is a big health risk in older buildings. Lead paint that is scraped, chipped or sanded produces toxic lead poison dust. Lead based paint is widespread, and extreme care is required during lead paint removal to avoid very serious health complications and long term lead paint poisoning of the environs.
Beware of Lead Paint
Lead paint can cause lead poisoning. Lead poison causes serious health problems and, unfortunately, lead based paint on older homes is widespread. Lead paint removal needs extreme care to avoid lead paint poisoning of the soil, people, environs and other living flora and fauna.