Quick Column Summary: Faux beam coming off ceiling How to push it back in order to secure it Place scrap piece on underside of beam Place temporary 2x4 under it to push it up Stan Pierce, who lives in Palm Coast, FL, emailed me on May 24, 2014, asking: "Tim, I have a faux wooden […]
Getting GREAT FREE Tips Last Friday, May 16, 2014, Shaun, a subscriber to my FREE AsktheBuilder.com newsletter, emailed me telling me he was disappointed in a video I had created about Deck Railing Post Dangers. Several days later, I received a similar email from a subscriber named Jim. Both emails are below, but before reading […]
Quick Column Summary: How to drill holes into a new door Mistakes can be easily made in measuring Specialized jig can help The jig will pay for itself DEAR TIM: I've got to install a new interior door lockset. The door has no holes in it. I'm completely perplexed at how to drill the holes. […]
Remington Electric Leaf Blowers Recalled by MTD Due to Laceration Hazard Name of Product: Remington electric leaf blowers Hazard: The blower’s impeller can break and strike the operator during use, posing a laceration hazard. Remedy: Replace Consumer Contact: Remington toll-free at (888) 848-6038 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.mtdproducts.com and click on Product Recalls […]
Troy-Bilt Electric Leaf Blowers Recalled by MTD Due to Laceration Hazard Name of Product: Troy-Bilt electric leaf blowers Hazard: The blower’s impeller can break and strike the operator during use, posing a laceration hazard. Remedy: Replace Consumer Contact: Troy-Bilt toll-free at (888) 848-6038 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online atwww.troybilt.com and click on Recalls under the […]
How to Install a Pocket Door - Easy with Instructions How to install pocket doors New technology created better door hardware Video link Picture of wall framing for pocket door DEAR TIM: The house I grew up in had magnificent pocket doors that disappeared into the walls. In several rooms, the two doors would slide […]
Pocket Door Parts and Tips Here's a video that quickly shows you what's behind the drywall that makes a pocket door work like magic.
Quick Column Summary: How to use wood filler Hard to match the look of wood Filler keeps stain uneven Wood conditioners can help DEAR TIM: I’ve never had great success filling cracks in stained wood surfaces. I’ve tried different wood fillers and the crack looks the same or worse after the repair. When I use […]
On April 1, 2014, I uploaded a prank video here and at my YouTube channel. But here's a fascinating prank video that might cause you to shed a tear or two. Watch it until the end.
Quick Column Summary: Finding a good contractor takes work Always read manufacturer installation instructions Research the best materials before you hire installer Ask supply house managers for recommendations DEAR TIM: I’m not able to do some of the jobs around my house and need to hire a few contractors. I’m terrified of getting taken to […]
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