Heating, A/C & Ventilation
OUTDOOR WOOD BOILER: Modified Blower Fan Boosts Performance
Published on September 17th, 2024
Sometimes tinkering can make good things better The blower fan upgrade on my outdoor wood boiler for space heating...Continue Reading
Basements, Foundations & Attics
Q&A OF THE WEEK: “Can I Install Carpet Over V...
Published on September 13th, 2024
Question: Can I install carpeting over the luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring in my basement The current floor is dark...Continue Reading
Painting & Decorating
Rust-Oleum Tremclad Paint: Still My Top Choice For Metal...
Published on September 13th, 2024
Reading Time = 3 1/2 minutes There’s one product that I can remember happily using over the last 50 years of...Continue Reading
Painting & Decorating
INTERESTING PEOPLE: Cathedral Painters Work Miracles of ...
Published on September 13th, 2024
Reading Time = 8 minutes If you haven’t been to an old church for a while, you might consider going at least...Continue Reading
Heating, A/C & Ventilation
What to Look For in HVAC Maintenance Plans?
Updated on September 12th, 2024
Investing in a reliable HVAC maintenance plan is crucial for ensuring the longevity and efficiency of your heating and...Continue Reading
Flooring
“Is Knotty Pine Good For a Finished Floor?
Published on September 10th, 2024
Reading Time = 2 minutes Question: Is knotty pine a good option for a finished floor We've read your...Continue Reading
Plumbing
FREEZE-PROOFING A WATER LINE: Watch a Real-World Install...
Published on September 10th, 2024
In this week’s video episode, see how a seasonal cottage property is converted for year-round running...Continue Reading
Heating, A/C & Ventilation
BEAT THE HEAT: “How Can I Make Upstairs Bedrooms C...
Published on September 6th, 2024
Reading Time = 4 minutes Video#1 Watch Time = 2 minutes Video#2 Watch Time = 5 minutes Each year as...Continue Reading
Plumbing
“How Do I Get Rid of Rotten Egg Smell in My Well W...
Published on September 6th, 2024
Question: How can I get rid of the rotten egg smell of the water at our cottage It affects both the hot and cold...Continue Reading
Painting & Decorating
“How Can I Strip The Clear, Factory Coating So Bra...
Published on September 3rd, 2024
Brass is a great metal for hardware, but it does need to be polished to remain pretty Factory-applied lacquer...Continue Reading
Painting & Decorating
OUTDOOR PAINTING: Three Details For Optimal Results
Published on August 30th, 2024
Successful outdoor painting is about more than just applying paint to exterior surfaces and hoping things look good...Continue Reading
Drywall Installation & Repairs
Q&A OF THE WEEK: “How Can I Hanging Something...
Published on August 30th, 2024
Hollow wall anchors like these are among the strongest options for securing heavy objects to drywall Metal...Continue Reading