So our neighbors wanted to get rid of their pool table (3 pcs slate table) and we were actually just putting a bar / theater in our basement so it would have been a great addition to our basement remodel project. But I was intimidated by the thought of moving and re-felting the table. I … Read More
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Replace a Picture Window
This was a project we had done a few years back but they did a nice job with it and I was able to take lots of pics. This was the picture window “before”. Here they start to peel off the trim to expose the nails holding the framing in. Then the … Read More
How to cut hole in gutter for downspout
When it comes to getting a hole in the bottom of a gutter for a downspout, I’m sure the pros have some quick way to punch out the perfect hole in a few seconds, but for us home owners we are stuck doing it by hand. Here is what worked for me. Step 1 … Read More
Remove Old Deck and Concrete Patio & Replace with Stamped Concrete Patio
The Deck Before picture. Another view of the deck Before. Notice the curved shape and railing. I hated to trash it but the railing was never sturdy and the deck boards were rotting and warping. I started by removing the railing first. Since the deck was built as a “floating deck” … Read More
Cleaning Hard Water Deposits From Bosch Stainless Steel Dishwasher
We have very hard water so we had an Anderson Water system installed a few years ago. We never had any problems with it and liked the soft water. The problem came in when I let the unit run out of the Potassium Chloride and I just kept putting off the refilling. So, hard water deposits … Read More