"The first thing to realize when you're building a desk to work at is the height above the finished floor." How To Build A Cheap Desk Checklist Use Fir Plywood 24-inch width is ideal WATCH video below for tips Coat with water-based urethane CLICK HERE to Get Tim's FREE & FUNNY Newsletter! DEAR TIM: I […]
Knowing how to paint steps properly will make your painted steps last longer and show less signs of wear. Painting steps with a stencil requires preparation, the proper paint for steps and a sealing coat, such as clear water-based urethane
Using the proper drywall tools, will make the job easier and reduce drywall dust. So when you are installing drywall, try these tools including a new drywall saw blade.
Painting walls, woodwork and wood trim can be tricky. Interior painting tips for interior woodwork, walls, and painting trim are here to save you time.
Wallpaper adhesive can bond to drywall paper. Drywall that is not primed and sized properly will absorb these adhesives and tear. Drywall repair may be necessary.
EasyCare Paint Review Watch the above video review of the EasyCare paint sold exclusively at True Value Hardware stores. I tested EasyCare out in my own bathroom. Here's my opinion: Nice and thick Above-average hiding power No roll splatter Very low odor Exceptional value Paint Prices When you compare indoor wall and ceiling paint, you […]
XO Rust vs Rustoleum TIPS True Value XO Rust crushed Rustoleum ASTM B117 Salt Fog 200-hour test XO Rust has amazing adhesion & film Rustoleum paint film broke down CLICK HERE to Get Tim's FREE & FUNNY Newsletter! I'm very lucky. As a syndicated newspaper columnist and Internet publisher, I get to visit places the average […]
Putting drywall over thin wood paneling may cause the new wall to jut beyond door and window jambs. Consider alternatives such as painting wood paneling or filling in the seams with spackle. If you still want drywall, adjustments to the jambs should be made after the drywall is installed.
Painting your aluminum gutters is possible and simple to do. Proper cleaning and primer are essential. Pressure washing is not advised.
Your job is to CLICK the five links just below. Once at each page, study the photos you'll see. These links were shown in my February 5, 2017 AsktheBuilder Newsletter. You can click each of the photos to see a BIGGER one. This will help you later when you take the funny quiz below. Some of […]
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