Tim Carter demonstrates how to remove the trim from a Kohler shower valve.
DIY Shed AsktheBuilder Rent an Excavator Video
Tim Carter talks about how easy it is to rent an excavator to use for leveling ground and digging holes for a DIY shed.
For more DIY Shed building tips and information and the actual plans for the shed in this video, click the following links:
SHED PLANNING: https://www.askthebuilder.com/how-to-plan-a-shed
SHEDS for STORAGE: https://www.askthebuilder.com/storage-sheds
GARDEN SHEDS: https://www.askthebuilder.com/garden-sheds
SHED RAMPS: https://www.askthebuilder.com/shed-ramps/
ACTUAL SHED PLANS: http://go.askthebuilder.com/plans
DIY Shed AsktheBuilder How To Level Ground Video
Tim Carter demonstrates in his DIY shed project how to level the ground. Making the ground level before you start helps make the project go faster.
Level ground also helps to make adjustments so the drainage around the shed is good and there's no ponding water.
You can level the ground by hand or used power equipment. Most power equipment can be rented and it's well worth it to use it to level the ground.
For more DIY Shed building tips and information and the actual plans for the shed in this video, click the following links:
SHED PLANNING: https://www.askthebuilder.com/how-to-plan-a-shed
SHEDS for STORAGE: https://www.askthebuilder.com/storage-sheds
GARDEN SHEDS: https://www.askthebuilder.com/garden-sheds
SHED RAMPS: https://www.askthebuilder.com/shed-ramps/
ACTUAL SHED PLANS: http://go.askthebuilder.com/plans
DIY Shed AsktheBuilder Builders Level and Transit Video
Tim Carter demonstrates how to get things level while building a shed using a modern laser level and a traditional optical builder's transit.
Bath Remodel AsktheBuilder Wall Tile Removal Part 2 Video
Tim Carter demonstrates a method to easily remove tile on a wall between two other walls covered with tile.
Bath Remodel AsktheBuilder Wall Tile Removal Part 1 Video
Tim Carter, in this continuing bath remodel video series, demonstrates how to remove wall tile.
This series of videos were featured in Tim's April 5, 2016 AsktheBuilder Newsletter - New Bath Remodel Videos.
AsktheBuilder Hall of Shame
This AsktheBuilder Hall of Shame page was created on April 3, 2016, by a blistering email I received from (name removed) who lives in Evergreen, Colorado.
It was presented to my newsletter list on April 5, 2016. Based on the wise and respectful comments below, I've decided to delete the blistering email but leave up the comments you may have left. I promised in my newsletter I would publish the comments.
I'm sure you can get a handle on what the email might have said by reading the comments.
April 3, 2016 AsktheBuilder Newsletter
If you're a new subscriber in the past few days, weeks or months, every now and then I have a FUN game for you to play.
What I've discovered is that you LOVE to see NEW PRODUCTS but you want to have fun while doing it.
Well, I GUARANTEE you that you'll discover something new today, especially when you watch the VIDEO of me doing a super easy install of the LE Johnson Wall Mount Door hardware.
CLICK HERE now and have a blast!
I'm pretty certain I'm going to offer up five secret prizes for this game.
What is the prize?
Let's just say it involves my autograph and it's personalized to you and it involves a NEW BOOK coming out soon!
To be able to WIN one of the autographed copies, you MUST CLICK HERE and play the game!!!
I'll be back on Tuesday with a HUGE amount of new videos for you about the bath remodel. I'm installing the new shower drain plumbing in the concrete floor today.
Wait until you see how I made sure I didn't puncture the radiant heating pipes in the floor!!!!
Tim Carter
Founder - www.AsktheBuilder.com
Do It Right, Not Over!
April 1, 2016 AsktheBuilder Newsletter
You know, I was so tempted to have some fun today.
For example, I thought it might be a good idea to tell you to just rely on caulk when building shower seats and forget about using waterproof membranes.
Then I pondered telling you to forget about that heavy cement board and just go for the drywall that has the water-resistant fiberglass covering when building a tile shower.
And then, what about grout? Surely you know that grout is WATERPROOF, right?
BWHAHAHAHAHAAHAHA
April Fools!!!!
Sadly, all the things I mentioned above are happening each day and poor souls like you SUFFER because of wretched building practices perpetrated by people disguised as craftsmen.
Grout is NOT waterproof.
Here's another real fact - no foolin' here:
Each day it's becoming HARDER AND HARDER to locate real pros to do work.
That's why it pays you back in spades if you just spend 30 minutes or so using my Search Engine to find out how I'd do the work at your home if you hired me.
CLICK HERE now to search for anything at AsktheBuilder.com. Including red dragon tattoos!
It does you no good to come to me for help AFTER the contractor has already made you another victim.
The Weekly Mystery Link
There seems to be some confusion and trepidation about CLICKING the Mystery Link colored button. You'll see it just below.
I try to put in a Mystery Link in each issue as a SURPRISE TIP for you. Don't feel bad things will happen if you click it.
READ the message in the button and react to the challenge. Try it now. If you suffer any harm, mental or otherwise, email me back for a private message.
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| CLICK HERE for the MYSTERY LINK! Do you know this secret tip about how to save yourself $300(minimum) from a sewer cleaning company? |
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Complaint - "Where's the Tips?"
You may find this hard to believe, but I got a complaint from Hans about the newsletter I set out on Tuesday.
He said there were no tips in it and that the newsletter was all about me trying to sell stuff.
I responded back to Hans with one of my shock and awe email replies. It must have worked. I didn't hear back from him.
If you feel like Hans and want a shock-and-awe email reply of your very own, you know what to do.....
Big Fun Game on Sunday
On Sunday, I've got a new game for you. This one is going to be scads of fun.
Part of the game is going to have you watch a new video I just uploaded this morning. Here's a clue about what it's about:

I'm convinced you're going to love this game. You'll need to watch the video all the way to the end to get one of answers correct in the game.
If you're unable to watch videos for any reason, you'll still be able to play the game. I realize some people have slow dial-up connections and can't see video.
I want ALL to play and have fun.
Be SURE to open the Sunday edition.
Turbine Vents and HOT Attics
Felicia Baker asked a question at the website a few days ago.
Her attic gets blazing hot in the summer and she wanted to know if putting in a few extra turbine vents would solve the problem.
I told her that today, right here, I'd provide her the answer.
If you want a much cooler attic this coming summer, NOW is the time to start to do the work.
I need you to read the following past columns to get an understanding of what's in play and WHAT is REALLY HAPPENING up in your attic.
Please take the time to READ THESE. Hans, if you're still here, each one of the following columns has about four tips in it. Keep track for me buddy. Let me know if I disappoint you.
Turbine Vents 101 - How they Work
Why Solar Fans are Pretty Much USELESS
The Secret to Moving VAST Amounts of Air
Don't Have Air Conditioning? Then INSTALL This MONSTER
Spring Deck Cleaning
Are you about to clean your wood or composite deck? Maybe you have a patio covered with algae and mildew.
In about two weeks I'm going to have a huge SALE on my Stain Solver.
Stain Solver is a company Kathy and I started about 22 years ago and it's a Certified organic oxygen bleach.
All the ingredients are Made in the USA. Most of my competitors get their ingredients from offshore.
Stain Solver can clean just about anything that's water washable.
Go spend about ten minutes looking at the Before and After photos here to convince you it works.
Here's one of my all-time FAVORITE Before / After Stain Solver photos. CLICK HERE. Wait until you read the story sent by the mom. WOWZA!
NOTE TO HANS: Dude, I'm sorry about this shame-filled promotion to sell one of my products that helps tens of thousands of customers each year save MILLIONS of dollars.
Yes, instead of throwing things away and buying new, Stain Solver allows folks like you to save money.
I know you think of yourself Hans, so don't you want to save your money?
NOTE TO SELF: Try to tone down the passive-aggressive tone. 😉
Okay, have a great weekend.
Oh, the bath remodel is going great. I should have maybe ten or more videos for you on Sunday.
WOO HOO!
Tim Carter
Founder - www.AsktheBuilder.com
Do It Right, Not Over!
Johnson Wall Mount Door Hardware Installation Video
Tim Carter demonstrates the entire process of installing LE Johnson Wall Mount door hardware. You only need a few tools and the average homeowner can do the job.
It helps if you can read the simple plans provided by the clever LE Johnson engineers who designed the wall mount hardware.
It's key to make sure the doors hang plumb so if the doors are going to be sliding past baseboard on the lower parts of the wall, the hardware brackets need to be mounted to a piece of wood that's the same thickness as the baseboard.
Be sure the board is securely fastened to the center of the wall studs. Do not depend on wall anchors to hold up the hardware and the weight of the doors.
Tim featured this video in his April 10, 2016 AsktheBuilder Newsletter.
