Shed the Stress: 4 Pro Tips for Building a Shed | Beware These 4 Factors That Drive Up Energy Bills | Get a Grip: Anti-Slip Coating Prevents Slips and Falls |Ep #2320
Jun 22, 2023•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode description
SHOW NOTES:
Building a Shed: If you need outdoor storage solutions, get 4 pro tips for building a backyard shed.
Energy Bills: Seeing your energy bills go up? Watch out for these 4 factors that drive up costs.
Anti-Slip Surfaces: Using an anti-slip coating can prevent dangerous slips and falls on indoor and outdoor surfaces.
Plus, answers to your home improvement questions.
Reclaimed Wood Floor: Tim needs a clear finish for his reclaimed wood floor. We suggest a durable oil-based polyurethane with a finish that hides scratches.
Patio Makeover: After removing a deck, Fonda wants to redesign the remaining cement pad. We have ideas on using brick pavers for a patio makeover.
Basement Walls: Bowing basement walls can be a severe problem affecting the structure and value of Rob’s home. He needs to call a structural engineer.
Shower Grout: Replacing grout is a headache, but Victoria finds out she can just try to match the area that’s falling out instead of regrouting the entire shower.
Efflorescence: Jerry’s basement is dried out but he still has efflorescence on the cement walls. A mix of hot water and vinegar will remove the mineral deposits.
Replacing Sod: After the sod failed, Catherine wants to reseed the lawn. She should get the soil tested first to find out what kind of fertilizer she needs.
Plumbing: How can defective Kitec plumbing be replaced? The only solution is for Elvis to replace any pipes that are accessible before they get worse.
Patio Doors: If your sliding doors or windows are sticking, Steve is a master carpenter with a suggestion on what to use instead of white lithium grease.
Do you have a home improvement or decor question? Call the show 24/7 at 888-MONEY-PIT (888-666-3974) or post your question here.
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