Unfortunately faucets don’t last forever. Especially with the mineral rich water we have in SWFL. But, changing it out to a new one is something you can probably do. I will say that plumbing fixtures, like many components of your home, is not something you want to try to go economy grade on. A faucet gets a lot of use and with the amount of minerals found here in the local water, the wear and tear is even greater. So you’d be wise to invest in a quality grade fixture. This video pretty much explains all you need to know to get this job done. And with the money you save by installing it yourself, you can buy a better quality faucet.
How To Caulk A Bathtub
This is a good method for getting a good clean caulk job on your bathtub. I don’t personally use this method but I’ve seen a thousand tubs where someone should have. I’m not at liberty to reveal the exact method I use due to restrictions by government authorities, various tribal agreements and several trade organizations but once you’ve caulked your 1000th tub you’ll know exactly what I’m talking about. But if you’re fairly new to the world of tub caulking, this is a good way to go.
Great Work Shirt
I am a big fan of quality work wear. Clothes take a beating when you’re doing construction work and while buying high quality clothing is more expensive initially, buying clothes that will last is usually your best bet. As with tools, you can buy a cheaper saw at one of the chain stores which sells Chinese no-name knock offs. But in the end it will probably last just a few jobs before something starts wobbling or sticking. Then you have to turn around and go buy the one you should have bought in the first place. So what have you saved? Anyway, these are the shirts I have been using for a while now. They are made by Ariat. I am very impressed by Ariat. Their quality and tailoring is really top notch. Their customer service is great as well. I have made several returns with no problems whatsoever. The ones I use are high-vis because I work around traffic but you can also get these in non hi-vis both long and short sleeve. In the Florida heat, these are the best shirts I have found.
Ariat Rebar Heat Fighter T-Shirt
Stripping Wood Finishes
Recently a friend asked me about stripping some intricate woodwork. I recommended a soda blaster. I have used a bigger version of these in the restoration business on sooted roof trusses so I knew they could remove the finish and not damage the wood since they are much less aggressive than a sand blaster. They are reasonably priced and definitely the way to go if you’ve got something like an intricately detailed door, etc.
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Shingle A Shed Roof
This is a good video that will walk you through the basic steps of installing a new roof on a shed with gable ends. The layout of the shingles would be the same for your house but the complexity of the roof may be different such as hips, valleys, etc. which would require additional techniques. But for a simple shed, this is how to do it.
Kevin Hicks 