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My DIY hubby and I were talking recently about our bathroom project (gutting everything but the tub and toilet) and we realized something about our style of DIY. We don't have any idea of what we're doing! We are aware there's a problem, but there is no grand plan to our method (or madness!) We're more a "fly by the seat of your … [Read more...]
My DIY husband is back with a request to help a reader avoid a paint can mess. You'll love this easy and efficient tip from a professional painter. Let's talk about that paint can. Many of you may have heard of putting a layer of plastic wrap over the opening before tapping the lid down. Not a bad idea, but not … [Read more...]
I'm so happy to be sharing another of our Ask Tim posts. I love it when a reader says, "I know this question is more up Tim's alley than Marty's!" If she only knew my husband doesn't let me anywhere near tools or sharp objects. I'm not allowed to buy electrical items at yard sales without plugging them in first. And I'm usually the one who runs … [Read more...]
From Marty: I'm so excited to finally be sharing this project! With all the seasonal projects I've been working on (both Christmas and Valentine's Day) I was waiting until I had enough time to devote to this post. So here it is from my handy hubby Tim! Tim: Let me start by saying that this project is not for everyone, for a number of … [Read more...]
Today's Ask Tim question is from our friend Kim: What is the best way to repair animal scratched walls? image source HEY KIM! Usually animal scratches are pretty localized and, therefore, easy to fix. Take a course sanding block (or sandpaper) and go over the damage just to get rid of any high spots and debris. Do a quick pass … [Read more...]
My friend Wendy, my college roommate for 1 1/2 years, presents our next Ask Tim question: What's the longest lasting and best paint for the outside of the house? Also, what are good questions to ask when looking for an outside painter? Our last paint job did not hold up well on the trim work. Not sure why. Should have called them back at the 1.5 … [Read more...]
I haven't put together an Ask Tim post in a few weeks so here's the latest question for my DIY hubby. Thoughts/tips on painting fabric? I painted a couch because I found it on a do-it-yourself blog and it looks beautiful but feels horrible! From Tim: I have never thought about painting furniture! But your question prompted me to do a … [Read more...]
Here's the latest question about peeling wallpaper for my DIY/fixer upper husband: How about what to do with peeling wallpaper in the bathroom? Should I invest in wallpaper glue or can I just stick it back with Elmer's? Same question with linoleum that is peeling up from the edges allowing water to seep to the floorboards underneath. Do I … [Read more...]
Today's Ask Tim question for my guru fix-it hubby Tim involves tile and grout repair: What can you do when the grout around tile on the wall is cracked and/or the tile is loose? Do you have to replace everything? Good question and a bit outside my area of expertise, but I have seen guys chunk out a piece of bad or cracked tile and replace … [Read more...]
Recently, Tim and I talked about his having a somewhat regular column on my blog. He has consented to answer questions my readers and others might have about DIY home repair, painting (his business), products and anything else you might be curious about! Tim's first question from a reader: I have a large long living room 14x28 and a … [Read more...]
What began as a little family journal in 2008 has turned into a passion for sharing my life, faith, adventures and dreams as a DIY, crafty, bargain hunting, homeschooling, memory keeping mom of both biological and adopted children. Make yourself at home! Click here to read more about me.
