Laura Steinberger is an amateur radio operator in northern Michigan. I've not met Laura in person, but have interacted with her and many other radio operators as part of National Parks on the Air. Laura wants to make an upcoming birthday the best ever for her soulmate Jack. Jack is in the process of decorating Read More »
How to Clean a Vitamix Blender I get questions all the time about how to clean a Vitamix blender. (August 23, 2017 Newsletter) But the most interesting thing I've received is an email from Molly a year or so ago. Read this: "I never, never write manufacturers.... Did I say never??? I have a Vitamix Read More »
Wash Windows Without Streaks TIPS Do NOT use newspaper and witches brew Do NOT use vinegar and water WATCH videos below with tips from PRO window washers Liquid soap, lambs wool and great squeegee are all that's needed CLICK HERE to Get Tim's FREE & FUNNY Newsletter! You may think it's too cold to wash Read More »
"When done right, whitewash produces a brilliant white finish that bonds tenaciously to any masonry or coarse wood surface. You can add dry pigments to the whitewash to create unlimited color possibilities." Whitewash Fireplace DIY TIPS Use real whitewash, not paint - paint is for losers Real whitewash is hydrated lime and salt - SEE Read More »
Money Pit Deck Tips From AsktheBuilder.com Pressure washers damage the soft light-colored spring wood Stain Solver oxygen bleach is the safe way to clean wood decks Deck sealers must have pigment and not be film formers Composite decking needs to be cleaned on a regular basis CLICK HERE to Get Tim's FREE & FUNNY Newsletter! Read More »
How To Pour A Concrete Footing TIPS Soil must be strong Bottom of footing below local frost level WATCH step-by-step videos below! Steel rods in concrete are a must CLICK HERE to Get Tim's FREE & FUNNY Newsletter This spring you may have ambitious plans to build that long-awaited DIY room addition, shed or detached Read More »
How to Paint Wrought Iron TIPS Use X-O Rust paint Get rid of rust WATCH the great video below Paint in ideal weather - SEE BELOW CLICK HERE to get Tim's FREE & FUNNY Newsletter! How many homes in lots of the older cities around the USA have traditional and durable wrought iron porch railings, decorative Read More »
"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 Read More »
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 Read More »
"Yes, small shelves can go in between wall studs in a garage. You can stack small items, boxes of nails, aerosol cans, boxes of garden fertilizer, and many other things on these tiny shelves." How To Garage Shelving Ideas Use thin plywood between 2x4s Electric cable staples are shelf cleats 88 feet of shelving from Read More »
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