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Tom warns that working on doors like theirs can be a ton of work. The beading detail alone will take a long time to strip down properly. Also, making the proper adjustments to the hardware—especially if they opt to replace it—can be both expensive and time-consuming. On top of that, applying a finish also takes a while. Still, the homeowners decide to forward with the project, and they get to work....

Steps for Retrofitting a Dishwasher Step 1: Start by making measurements Make a mark on the countertop where you’ll cut away from the sink and/or countertop. Make marks where you would like to cut your opening on the cabinet. Step 2: Remove the countertop To get a precise cut you’ll need a framing square and a scrap piece of wood. Square up the wood to the line you marked on the countertop....

Whether it’s thick blankets of fiberglass batts, meringue like mounds of spray foam (Tom’s favorite), or layers of seaweed (discovered under the floors of the first TOH project), all insulation works the same way: by trapping tiny air pockets that slow the movement of heat out of a house in winter and into a house in summer. Its effectiveness at resisting this movement is called its R-value; the higher the value, the lower your energy bills....

Sold in planks that are typically about 3 feet long, 5 to 7 inches or wider, and 7 to 12mm thick, laminate flooring’s dimensions are usually given in a mix of imperial and metric numbers that hark back to its European origins. What is Laminate Flooring? Composed of four or five layers joined under pressure, laminate flooring is one of the most popular DIY flooring choices. One way to be sure you’re buying a quality product is to verify that it meets the ANSI-LF-01-2008 standard....

Kinsella waited seven years to revel in this little daily pleasure. It took five years for him and his wife, Susan, to remodel their 1940s Chicago-area home. Once the house was finally finished, they could concentrate on the landscape, which presented a few challenges. A worn wood deck claimed half the backyard, a 3-foot incline tilted down from the back door to the end of the lot, and George had a long list of what he wanted in the tight 33-by-57-foot space: the pond, of course; a dining area with room for a grill; places for lounging and entertaining his family and friends; a putting green; and an outdoor spa....

Mike: Modern Builds is DIY and woodworking projects geared towards people in their first, I would say, 15 projects—or at least that’s what I’ve designed for people to get introduced to my channel. I started my channel when I’d been building for maybe a year-and-a-half, so I wasn’t going to pretend that I’m this huge wealth of knowledge, and that I should be teaching everybody, because I didn’t know better....

Instead, you can go organic and chemical-free to get a lush and healthier lawn. Here’s how you can break your lawn’s addiction to synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides. How Do I Treat My Lawn Organically? The underlying philosophy behind organic lawn care is this: healthy, chemical-free soil begets robust lawns that can virtually take care of themselves. After years of being inundated by chemicals to fend off grubs, eradicate weeds, and green up the turf, the natural capacity of the soil to perform these tasks itself has ceased operation, practitioners say....

But while we’re always on the hunt for plants that can take a beating, we don’t want to turn to those that are so quick to adapt that they overtake our beds and borders, becoming a nuisance that can take years to eradicate. Turn instead to tried-and-true plants that gardeners have counted on for generations. These include some North American natives that have been adapting to local weather changes for centuries and make area wildlife happy, as well as long-ago imports that have become mainstays in American gardens thanks to their resilience, good behavior, and charm....

In this episode: Plumbing and heating expert Richard Trethewey and carpenter Nathan Gilbert team up to help a homeowner to create space for and install a dishwasher. Richard received an email asking for help installing a dishwasher in a 1950s built home. Installing a dishwasher can be a straightforward job but if the kitchen has never had a dishwasher before, cabinetwork will need to be done. So, Richard enlists help from Nathan to tackle the project....

In this episode: Landscape contractor Jenn Nawada visits Bruce Vanicek at Rhode Island Nurseries, a 4th generation family-owned nursery, to show how shrubs are planted and grown. The nursery, started by Bruce’s grandmother in 1895, specializes in growing yews—an adaptable and durable evergreen popular for hedges and borders. Bruce takes Jenn on a farm tour, from the greenhouses where cuttings are propagated to the final check-planted stage, where the plants are harvested, balled, burlapped, and shipped to your local nursery....

In this episode: At the shop, we join landscape contractor Jenn Nawada as she shows host Kevin O’Connor what he needs to know to start composting at home. Jenn shows Kevin how to make nutrient-rich, organic compost to feed a garden and create a better yield by starting with basic ingredients like leaves, food waste, water, and air. She even breaks the proper ratio down and shows Kevin a handy bin that makes the job easier....

In this episode: Shortly before the fire, Homeowner Carol and her sister remodeled the three kitchens in the building with new floors, cabinets, appliances, and countertops. Almost all were destroyed in the fire, but the cabinets on the first floor survived. Today host Kevin O’Connor and general contractor Tom Silva are reinstalling them. With board and plaster up, we can start trimming the windows. Tom teaches our apprentices, Bobbi and Jay, how it’s done....

In this episode: Our 1880s Cape is not so small anymore. With major framing done last week, the project is taking shape. The old house now seamlessly meets the new construction at the connection of the second floor. Kevin O’Connor and Tom Silva discuss using I-joists and laminated veneer lumber (LVL) ridge beams to carry the new roof’s load. An illustration provides a visual of the complicated roof lines with varying pitches....

In this episode: Despite a 20-week delay in the arrival of the windows, which caused a domino effect of delays on the whole project, our 1880’s Cape project is just two weeks away from completion. Our trades have been working around the clock on top of each other to reach the finish line. Windows have been installed, radiant flooring is down throughout the first floor, and kitchen cabinets are in place....

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Top 5 Bath Towels Best Sheets: Utopia Towels Luxurious Jumbo Bath Sheets Unlike standard bath towels that have a length of around 50 inches, these bath sheets have a 70-inch length for full-body coverage after showering. The sheets are also made from thick terry cloth, making them highly absorbent and plush. Key Features Two 35-by-70-inch bath sheets Several color and quantity options Made from 100% cotton 600 grams per square meter (GSM) rating...

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