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
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
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
The Kohler Sous Pro-Style Single Handle Pull Down Sprayer Faucet will bring out your inner chef. Inspired by the design of professional kitchens, the Kohler Sous Pro-Style Single Handle Pull Down Sprayer Faucet will bring to life your inner chef. Making kitchens at home look and function more like professional kitchens is on-trend. And this … Read more
In this week’s radio show, we’re talking about concrete! Read on to learn how to resolve these common concrete conundrums. Fill in holes in a concrete slab with a vinyl concrete patcher to keep moisture out. (Courtesy Courtney from Mississippi) Filling Air Pockets Under a Concrete Slab Courtney from Mississippi is building a pole barn … Read more
Adding an arch gives your fireplace character and enhances its visual interest. Are you looking to finish a fireplace arch with glass, pottery shards or other materials, and need some tips to do the job right? Or are you building a small patio and don’t know the best materials to use? How about making a … Read more