Building With Wet Plywood and OSB
Plywood and OSB should be put under roof as soon as possible when building. Category 1 plywood and OSB could grow mold from standing water.
Author Archives: Tim Carter
Askthebuilder mp3 Radio Show March 26 2005
Tim is excited about his VIP ride in an FA-18 with the Blue Angels. He talks about the durability of his own cork flooring and recommends Fine Homebuilding Magazine for any remodeler. He answers callers' questions on sealing foundation, whirpool tubs, parke floors, lowering ceilings and fixing squeaky floors.
Askthebuilder mp3 Radio Show March 12 2005
Tim answers callers' questions on siding, a leaking septic leach line, concrete spalling, modifying a roof truss and water heater dip tubes.
Building a Trellis or Arbor
Building a trellis or some arbors will teach you basic construction technique. An arbor or garden trellis is most easily assembled in component fashion. Get good hardware and pretreat for lasting results that dress up your home.
Trellis and Arbor Plans/Kits
Building a trellis or lovely arbors can take inspiration from some great design idea sources. A garden trellis or garden arbors can be purchased in kit form, or some arbor plans or trellis plans may be found from the sources listed here. These garden structures can be built in varied materials to suit your landscape.
Grades of Lumber
Lumber is graded for quality. Redwood has specific grades as well. Different lumber grades work well for specific projects.
Drain Your Crawl Space
Natural springs can keep your lot wet. Drain the soggy land with the addition of French drains.
AsktheBuilder mp3 Radio Show March 9 2005
Tim has released his Crown Molding DVD and gives some pointers on tips for old tools, like a tape measure. He answers callers' questions on driveway popouts, a wet toilet base, icicles, vent pipes, bird bath repair, cork flooring and leaking gutters.
AsktheBuilder mp3 Radio Show March 3 2005
Tim gets ready to release his first DVD about Crown Molding and talks about the Home and Garden show. He answers callers' questions on sagging floors, crown molding cracks, fiberglass tubs, dark spots on granite, composite decking and anti-scalding shower valves.
AsktheBuilder mp3 Radio Show April 2 2005
It's springtime and time to jumpstart indoor and outdoor projects around your home. Tim talks to Steve Moore about his company, American Historical Paints, and tips on painting the exterior of a home. Tim answers callers' questions on deck sealer, painting vinyl, preserving an outdoor furnace and washing siding.