Does your ceiling have a water stain?
Madra Fischer from our Facebook community shared how she covered up a stain using Zinsser Covers Up. After two coats her stain was complete gone.
She does have one caveat that you shouldn’t miss.
You can join our free Home Repair Tutor Facebook Group if you’re a do-it-yourselfer
https://www.facebook.com/groups/hrtcommunity/
Would you like to tile your kitchen backsplash in 1 day?
You can do it using Bondera’s mat or the Simple Mat by Custom Building Products.
These are basically like doubled sided mats, one side sticks to your wall and the other side is where the tile will stick.
Bondera Tile Mat
Simple Mat by Custom Building Products
http://www.custombuildingproducts.com/
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Do you need to remove lint from your dryer vent?
Heather Garner from our Facebook community shared a great tip on how to use a hand auger to clean dryer lint from long pipes.
She initially told me about this over on Home Repair Tutor and I wanted to share the idea with you today.
Buying a vacant home can be risky.
One of the biggest issues is plumbing, especially if the house has sat through cold winters.
I learned first hand what could go wrong and think you can learn from my mistakes in today’s show.
Avoid plumbing surprises before they lead to thousands of water dollars!!!
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Looking for natural pest control?
Danielle from Weed Em and Reap has a great recipe
Her tutorial has been pinned over 86,000 times
http://www.weedemandreap.com/natural-garden-pest-control/
Kitchen sink clogs can be expensive.
Last week I used the Ridgid Power Spin to get me out of a jam.
You’ll see why it can help you too, best $40 you’ll spend on a plumbing tool for clogs
https://www.ridgid.com/us/en/power-spin
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Do you want a stylish way to grow herbs?
Camille Styles has a tutorial that shows you how to do this using mason jars.
I made a do-it-yourself video tutorial for this project over on Home Repair Tutor.
It turned out really cool.
http://camillestyles.com/uncategorized/transformed-mason-jar-herb-garden/
Have you ever wondered if you have insulation in your walls?
Or maybe if you have pipes in the ceiling?
Ryobi has a new tool that can help with this mystery.
It uses your smartphone, check it out for yourself
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Ryobi-Phone-Works-Inspection-Scope-ES5000/205489754
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Does your sidewalk or walkway look horrible?
Today you’ll learn the basics of how to lay a brick path.
This Old House always has great tutorials and this one is no different.
http://www.thisoldhouse.com/toh/how-to/intro/0,,20200448,00.html
Replacing a toilet requires inspection of the closet flange bolts.
Often times these bolts need to be replaced.
Dance came out with a new design that allows you to easily align the toilet bowl with the wax ring.
And you don’t have to trim the bolts with a saw or multi tool
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Do you want a veggie garden but feel like you don’t have the space?
No problem.
Chris from Man Made DIY shares how to build vertical veggie gardens from cedar.
http://www.manmadediy.com/users/chris/posts/3582
Any woodworker should know about polyurethane.
Varathane has a new triple thick formula that’s self-leveling and easy to apply.
And it cleans up with water, maybe they should call it Triple Threat polyurethane!!
https://www.rustoleum.com/en/product-catalog/consumer-brands/varathane/triple-thick-polyurethane
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Slip resistant tubs are wonderful, but can be hard to clean.
Pam from Retro Renovation found a product that helps get this kind of tub looking brand new.
Plus, she tells you what products aren’t recommended.
Tiling a shower or bathroom can be tricky.
Uneven grout joints not only look bad, they are unsafe.
The Tuscan SeamClip is a professional way to make your grout joints look good without a lot of hassle.
You should check these out if you have a tiling job coming up in your bathroom or kitchen
http://www.tuscanleveling.com/Products/Seamclip/seamclip.html
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Pet odors are embarrassing.
Christine from First Home Love Life has a DIY recipe that went viral.
It’s been pinned over 131,000 times
http://www.firsthomelovelife.com/2012/05/no-not-new-couch.html
Leviton has a new self-testing GFCI that meets a new UL requirement.
Did you know that GFCIs should be tested monthly?
Most people don’t remember to test, so this is a huge help.
GFCIs are necessary in bathrooms and kitchens, and we have a great tutorial on how to install one over on Home Repair Tutor.
Plus, there’s a cool giveaway you don’t want to miss
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Drywall dust will make you gag, so why breathe it?
Check out these great tips by Timothy Dahl over on Lifehacker for a better way to drill holes in drywall or plaster
http://workshop.lifehacker.com/catch-drywall-debris-with-a-basketball-when-drilling-in-1708373898
Use your inner Lebron to work smarter!
You need to know about Schluter’s Kerdi Board, especially if you’re tiling a bathtub or shower.
It’s a replacement for cement board and can be tiled over.
Plus, you can groove out the board to fit over bathtub lips.
Kerdi boards are way lighter cement board and come in multiple thicknesses
http://www.schluter.com/kerdi-board.aspx
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Do you need to learn how to clean a microfiber couch?
After reading this tutorial by Julia over at 551 East I couldn’t believe how easy this was
http://551eastdesign.blogspot.ca/2012/05/how-to-clean-microfiber-couch.html
You only need four supplies: spray bottle, isopropyl alcohol, white sponge, white bristle brush.
Spray couch stains with the alcohol, wipe off with the sponge, and use the bristle brush to bring the couch back to how it looked on day 1.
Fein brought the first multi tool to DIYers and contractors 45 years ago.
Now you can get their Multi Master 350Q for $199.
They’re multi tool is renown in the trades for being solidly built and getting the job done.
Check out the Multi Master 350Q and other tools
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Wanna learn how to control weeds organically.
Jill Nystul has some fantastic “green” tips that use newspapers.
She calls it the newspaper lasagna
http://www.onegoodthingbyjillee.com/2015/06/control-weeds-organically-with-newspaper-lasagna.html
DeWalt is coming out with their new 20V Brushless Hammer Drill this summer.
Not only is it super powerful but it comes with a dust extractor built into the tool
http://dewaltmediakit.com/power-tools/dewalt-announces-20v-max-xr-brushless-sds-hammer/
Stuart from Tool Guyd got an early look at this hammer drill and had some exciting things to say about it
http://toolguyd.com/dewalt-cordless-tools-new-2015/
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Need some plumbing tips from a Master Plumber?
Delta Faucets tweeted a nice infographic that could help you save BIG bucks.
Here’s the link
http://www.deltafaucet.com/inspiredliving/infographic/10-pointers-master-plumber
Some priceless advice!!
Craftsman has a great sale right now on their 165 piece Mechanic’s Tool set.
It use to be $149 but is currently only $96.
You can see the deal for your self on their site
Love me some tool sales :D
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Yah, this episode mentions toilet skid marks.
Gross but the reality of using toilets.
American Standard came out with their new Vormax toilet that helps cut down on cleaning.
How?
It’s engineered with one big hole in the toilet bowl which allows it to stay way cleaner than traditional toilets.
And it comes with a slow moving toilet seat.
It’s a 1.28 gallon per flush toilet and therefore saves you money on your water bill.
I’ve only installed American Standard toilets in my rental homes and have never had an issue, knock on wood.
Check out American Standard’s Optum Vormax over on Home Depot’s site, it’s about $288 and worth every penny if you want a cleaner toilet that doesn’t clog
TODAY’S QUICK TIP
Buy extra long 3 inch closet flange bolts when installing a toilet.
Short closet flange bolts that don’t rise above the toilet bowl mean you can properly attach the bowl to the closet flange.
When you buy a new toilet just buy the long closet flange bolts and save yourself another ride to the store.
What’s the best way to clean your toilet.
If you wanna learn how in 3 minutes check out Clean My Space over on YouTube.
Here’s the video from Melissa that shows you exactly how she gets toilets looking shiny and clean
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Windows make your house look awesome or dingy.
Do you want a quick way to make your windows streak free?
Jill over at One Good Thing by Jillee has a great window cleaner recipe.
You can make it in 5 minutes of less and start using it instantly.
Here’s the recipe:
Mix all this in a bucket and start using it with a sponge.
You don’t have to use a squeegee to remove the solution, just spray the window with a hose after cleaning it.
You have to check out Jill’s full tutorial and see here before & after photos
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Bosch’s 15 Amp 10 inch table saw is on sale this week at Home Depot. It’s $30 off and while that not seem like a bunch of money it kinda is when you’re shopping at the home store.
You can buy 30 linear feet of casing for $30!!!
This table saw also comes with Bosch’s gravity stand that has wheels.
My brother-in-law has this saw and loves it.
It’s model # 4100-09 and the Internet # on Home Depot’s site is 202242734
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Do you hate spiders?
My wife can’t stand them. I know, spiders are necessary for the biological ecosystem to function.
But that can happen away from our house.
Back in March 2015 I sprayed Miss Muffet’s Revenge on our screen door.
Guess what? No spiders.
You can see my video tutorial back on Home Repair Tutor for all the details.
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Makita’s 18V Lithium-ion compact combo kit is on sale at Home Depot for $30 off.
If you listen to the Home Repair Tutor podcast you’ll learn about these deals in real time.
The kit comes with the following
-18V 1/2” driver/drill
-18V impact driver
-2 Lithium-ion batteries
-1 charger
-1 bag
The best part about the kit are the two batteries and rapid charging capacity.
Price is $199 and it gets a slew of 5-star reviews
The model # is LCT200W and the Internet # is 100596872 over on Home Depot’s site
Does your bathroom need more storage?
You should check out the DIY bathroom mirror storage case over on Shanty 2 Chic
http://www.shanty-2-chic.com/2014/02/bathroom-storage-diy.html
This is a super build idea and Ashley & Whitney walk your through it step-by-step.
I love this so much that I might build one and do a video tutorial.
Store toilet paper, makeup, curling irons, toothbrushes, you name it.
If your storage is limited this could serve you well.
Here’s today’s Quick Tip: buy a bathroom vanity make from solid wood instead of particle board.
Particle board will breakdown under a bathroom’s constant humid environment. Plywood constructed vanities are much stronger and durable. You’ll pay a bit more for them but the long term investment can’t be beat!!!
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f you’re working with wood you likely need a miter saw.
These days a lot of companies are making miter saws that are powered by lithium-ion batteries and this creates opportunities to by corded saws for discounts.
Ridgid’s 10” sliding compound miter saw is currently on sale at Home Depot for $50 off.
The Internet # is 203132245 and the model # is MS255SR
This might be a limited deal so go to the Home Depot website to check it out
Summer months bring out the bugs.
Having a great DIY pest control method in place can help a ton.
Patrick Allan over on LifeHacker came up with a great infographic to help stop the bug problem in your house before it starts.
Check out his tips
http://lifehacker.com/keep-your-home-bug-free-with-these-diy-pest-control-met-1631181023
You’ll love this!!!
Here’s the Quick Tip: don’t use green board in showers or tubs.
Instead, use cement board like DuRock or Wonder Board and waterproof it.
You can also use Schluter Kerdi Board or Wedi Board.
This tip will save you from making a critical mistake in your bathroom remodeling project. The last thing you need is to have a beautiful tile job removed because the substrate wasn’t waterproofed.
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Woodworking projects require the right tools.
For example, if you’re installing base board molding or casings around doors/windows having a nailer can save you a ton of time.
Unfortunately you’d have to buy a gun and air compressor.
Ryobi’s new Air Strike Nailers solve that issue.
I’m not saying they’re cheap, but the convenience could be worth it.
Carrying a compressor, hose, and set of brad nailers can get tiring and a bit dangerous.
The Air Nailers are powered by an 18 Volt battery and you get the following
-18-gauge brad nailer that drives 5/8” to 2” brad nails
-16-gauge finish nailer that drives 3/4” to 2 1/2” finish nails
-1 18V Lithium-ion battery and a dual chemistry charger
The only thing missing is a bag, really wish they provided one!
Check out the Home Depot for the deal I mention
or this limited time link within the Home Depot site http://thd.co/1Gi72X1
The Internet # for this combo kit over on Home Depot is #205558928
Do you need a new picnic table?
Maybe you’re looking to build something that can help with entertaining, well I found this awesome project over at Remodelaholic.com
They show you how to build a patio table with built-in ice boxes
http://www.remodelaholic.com/2014/04/build-patio-table-ice-boxes/
The complete build instructions are there along with the materials and supply lists.
I’m here to say that this is one of the coolest picnic tables I’ve ever seen.
You’ve gotta check it out just to see the genius behind the construction.
Do you need to learn how to unclog your kitchen sink?
No problem, all you need is a hand auger and detective skills.
Most clogs in kitchen sinks are from the p-trap being obstructed.
Two slip nuts hold the p-trap to the sink drain and wall pipe. Turn those slip nuts counterclockwise to remove them and pull the p-trap down into a bucket. Tap the trap on the buck to remove the clog.
If this isn’t the problem you can use a hand auger to clear out the wall pipe. Feed the hand auger down into the wall pipe until you hit the clog. Lock the auger in place and spin the auger clockwise. Then pull the auger from the wall along with the clog.
I hope these tips help you unclog your kitchen sink and save the call to a plumber.
IMO the Ridgid hand auger is awesome and you should check it out
https://www.ridgid.com/us/en/drain-cleaning
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Today’s featured tool is Dremel’s Ultra Saw.
It has seven different saw blades you can use for an assortment of projects. Cut wood, metal, or plastic. You can even use the Ultra Saw to grind down thin-net mortar or cut tiles.
It’s super versatile and the size allows it to be handled in tight spots. At 7.5 Amps it has plenty of power and comes with a bag.
The price is currently $129 over at Home Depot.
Use it for making stuff, sanding old patio furniture, installing hardwood floors, and more.
Great little tool that you’ll love for sure.
It actually helped me build a rustic cooler from free pallet wood. Both my buddy Timothy Dahl and I did this project. You’ll see from our tutorials that you can do this in 1 day with the right tools and supplies.
Heck, if I can do this I know you can!!
Check out Timothy’s tutorial on Charles and Hudson
http://charlesandhudson.com/how-to-build-a-cooler-stand-from-pallets/
My Rustic Cooler tutorial comes with video tutorial
http://www.homerepairtutor.com/how-to-build-a-rustic-cooler/
If you watch both of these tutorials there’s no doubt you’ll get this project done and impress your friends, be prepared for tons of compliments.
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Klein recently came out with a new non-contact voltage tester called the NCVT-3.
I’m a huge fan of Klein tools because I’ve tried other brands and have been very disappointed.
You can use a non-contact voltage tester to double check there’s no electricity running to your electrical box. This comes in handy when installing new lights, outlets, switches, etc.
The new NCVT-3 comes with a digital display and a LED light that can be used independently from the voltage tester.
It also has a LED bar graph that shows you the amount of voltage.
You can check it out over on Klein’s site
or buy it at Home Depot for around $26
Either way it’s good to have a tool like this to double check the electricity in your house.
Does your deck look boring? Do you want an inexpensive way to spice it up?
My friend Brittany has a great tutorial that shows you how to make your deck feel like an exotic getaway.
She shows you how to paint a beautiful design on the surface with on a tack, string, and some paint brushes. You have to check out her tips here if you deck needs some excitement
http://www.prettyhandygirl.com/how-to-paint-a-giant-mandala-deck-tattoo/
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Ridgid’s new Gen5x 5-piece combo kit is out.
The price is currently $399 and you can find it over on Home Depot’s site or Ridgid’s site
If you need to replace several tools this is the way to go.
Here’s what you get with the kit
-1/2” Hammer Drill
-Impact Driver
-Circular Saw with 7 1/4” blade
-Recriprocating Saw
-LED Light
Ridgid has one of the best warranties out there. The kit comes with a 3-year limited service warranty and Lifetime Service Agreement.
Does your bathroom floor need to be updated?
If you’re on a budget one of the best ways to do this is add a vinyl sheet floor.
My friend Jessica from Decor Adventures did this project and it turned out great.
You can see her tutorial here
http://www.decoradventures.com/2014/07/install-sheet-vinyl-floor.html
Jessica walks you through the entire process and in the end you’ll be inspired to do this yourself
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Rockwell’s Sonicrafter F50 is a great multi-tool.
The price for this is $150 and you find it here
https://www.rockwelltools.com/en-us/
Use this tool sand, scrape, cut and more.
I like multi-tools for trimming baseboards, cutting pipes, and sanding tight spots.
It accepts all types of blades and boasts a universal fit system.
When you buy the F50 it comes a 34-piece kit and bag.
But it on Rockwell’s site with free shipping or over on Home Depot
The Sonicrafter F30 is only $99, so if you’re on a budget this is a good option.
Elisha from Pneumatic Addict did an awesome tutorial on how to darken oak cabinets without stripping the finish.
Do you have old oak cabinets that look outdated?
If so, this tutorial can make all the difference and help you modernize your bathroom or kitchen cabinets.
http://www.pneumaticaddict.com/2014/06/darken-cabinets-without-stripping.html
The best part is that you don’t have to waste time stripping the old finish.
Follow Elisha’s tutorial for all the details.
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Today’s featured tool is Ryobi’s Combo Kit.
The model number is P883 and you can find it over here
https://www.ryobitools.com/ryobidays
This combo kit comes with an 18V drill, circular saw, reciprocating saw and LED light.
You can find the kit over on Home Depot’s site as well and most of the reviews are are 4-5 stars.
The cool part about buying from Home Depot is their site tells you exactly what aisle and bay the tool is located.
Ryobi’s 18V batteries charge in 30 minutes of less and don’t fade over time.
Home Depot’s deal right now on this kit will save you $50-$60.
Do you need a place in your house to sit and put on or take off you shoes?
My friend Mindi over at My Love 2 Create built one from pallets and it looks amazing
http://www.mylove2create.com/2014/04/diy-upholstered-bench.html
She did this with her sisters and you have to see the results.
Her tutorial will show you how to build the bench in a weekend and on a budget.
Here’s my storage solution for our patio that I mentioned
http://www.homerepairtutor.com/build-a-big-outdoor-storage-bench/
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You need this course if you’re knee deep in bathroom problems.