Bring a concrete patio back to life with a resurfaced and find the solution for this cracking paint. (Split image Quikrete and Judy Stringer) This week, we’re talking about cleaning copper pipes, solving a paint cracking mystery, and resurfacing a concrete patio. Cleaning Copper Pipes Oxidation turns copper pipes green. (Laurie Faille/Getty Images) It’s normal … Read more
Wandering tree roots can cause problems when lawnmowing and a steep threshold like this is an accident waiting to happen. Photo credit: Siriporn Pintunun/Getty Images (left) and photo by Thomas Boyd (right) In this week’s radio show, we’re giving advice on how to eliminate a tripping hazard, deal with mason bees and tackle tree root … Read more
In this week’s radio show, we’re sharing quick tips for building a wooden ramp; thoughts on white rings that drinks without coasters leave on furniture; and an easy way to install a backsplash. Danny and Chelsea build a wooden ramp for an episode of the Today’s Homeowner TV show. Pro Tips for Building a Wooden … Read more
This week, we’re giving home improvement tips from floor to ceiling! (David Shao/Getty Images/Adobe Stock Photo) In this week’s radio show, we’re talking about painting hot water baseboard heaters, adding outlets in a garage workshop and filling gaps in crown molding. Shed Book Giveaway Painting Hot Water Baseboard Heaters Hot water baseboard heaters can rust … Read more
In this week’s radio show, we’re talking about painting galvanized metal trim, waterproofing a low-level concrete garage and the right way to dust and vacuum. This metal trim is most likely made from galvanized metal that wasn’t properly prepped for painting. (Photo by Todd Jacquin) Todd Jacquin, from Elizabeth City, N.C., has paint peeling on … Read more
In this week’s show, we give advice on fixing an old door frame, how to repair a shifting concrete landing and what to do to get rid of pet stains on a hardwood floor. A burglar caused this damage to James Myers’ door, and now he’s wondering how he can fix this without replacing it. … Read more
Faded red brick can be restored! (pixabay) Restoring Red Brick Color Has muriatic acid faded your dark red brick color? Because is such a strong material, we always caution people when they use it. There is a way to restore that red brick color. Assuming it’s a nice clean surface but it’s just faded, use … Read more
This week, what to ask when hiring a house painter and what’s worm grunting? (Split images: MPKphoto/Getty Images Signature, Grahamphoto23/Getty Images) In this week’s radio show — what to ask when hiring a house painter, how to troubleshoot a leaky shower, and what’s worm grunting? Hiring a house painter can be a daunting task, but … Read more
How do you clean a glass-top stove without scratching it? Also, what do you need to do before laying sod? Read on to find out! This week, we’re talking about getting green grass, cleaning stubborn, stuck-on food on a glass-top stove, and solving the mystery of what’s stuck on a power tool cord. Laying down … Read more
This week we talk about removing a stone fireplace mantel and repairing broken window slats. In this week’s radio show, we’re talking repairs and removals! Use caution when removing a heavy, stone fireplace mantel. Removing a Stone Fireplace Mantel Lisa Dylina in Vero Beach, Fla., is wondering how difficult it would be to remove a … Read more