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Robert asked My hot water washer hose is corroded and will not come off. I tried WD 40 and a pipe wrench, but I don’t want to bust the copper pipe. Any suggestions? DIY Answer Guy Hi Robert, The first way to loosen the hose from the supply is to carefully heat... by DIY Answer Guy | Aug 16, 2020 | DIY Questions
John asked Presently in the planning stages of a basement renovation project. I’m planning to renovate half of the basement. Large open room with half bath. I’ve already gutted the basement, and need to have some rough plumbing done before things start. I... by DIY Answer Guy | Aug 16, 2020 | DIY Questions
Rudy asked Can I use anchors to hang a ceiling fan? If so, which ones would you recommend? DIY Answer Guy Hi Rudy, Anchors are not really appropriate for hanging ceiling fans as fans are quite heavy. If there isn’t an electrical box already mounted in the... by DIY Answer Guy | Aug 15, 2020 | DIY Questions
Jay asked I was installing a hook rack in the bathroom today using the plastic 75 pound ez anchors. I had about 3/4 of the anchor into the drywall when I noticed I hit a wall stud. I attempted to remove the anchor and I got about half a turn when it snapped off down... by DIY Answer Guy | May 31, 2016 | DIY Questions
Roy asked Good afternoon, Thank you for offering your expertise and experience to those of us brave enough or stupid enough to attempt these projects. Project: Expand back porch/patio area to create more “hard” surface for seating, eating, and cooking.... by DIY Answer Guy | Aug 28, 2012 | DIY Questions
John asked Which type of insulation is used in walls? Faced or unfaced? DIY Answer Guy Hi John, Un-faced insulation is usually used in interior walls for sound reduction, in floor joist, over a crawl space and in-between the attic joist. Whereas faced insulation is... by DIY Answer Guy | Aug 24, 2012 | DIY Questions
Rosemary asked I am new to connecting washing machines/hoses. I have managed to inset the washers into the ends of the hoses. I have connected the hoses to the washing machine and water valves. But the hot water hose is leaking on the water valve end. Is it broken or... by DIY Answer Guy | Aug 20, 2012 | DIY Questions
Amanda asked Hi DIY Answer Guy! My house is only a year old, but my carpet looks horrible! There are three spots where my carpet is worn down practically to the pad. I’d like to patch them. How would I do that? One is in the middle of the floor, one is on the... by DIY Answer Guy | Aug 16, 2012 | DIY Questions
Josh asked I just bought new clothes dryer so I’m replacing the dryer vent because the old one was PVC. I am going to use mostly ridged galvanized aluminum pipe. The pipe has a length of about 25 feet. The dryer is on the first floor. So I have to go through a... by DIY Answer Guy | Aug 12, 2012 | DIY Questions
Robyn asked I am trying the hang a decorative shelf. I am using plastic, EZ self-drilling, threaded dry wall anchors. I would then screw the screw into the anchor and hang the shelf on the screw. However I screwed the screw into the anchor and the head of the screw... by DIY Answer Guy | Aug 12, 2012 | DIY Questions
Steven asked This is a wobbly side of a bathroom towel rack. The left side hole was simply screwed into the dry wall, and the right side hole had one of those white screw-type wall anchors that I screwed out. I cannot simply replace with a larger wall anchor because... by DIY Answer Guy | Aug 8, 2012 | DIY Questions
Roy asked My fireplace has water stains where it once leaked. I sold the house and would like to try to remove the stains, or can I stain the fireplace to cover the water stains. The water stains have caulking streaks in it. I have tried soapy water. I picked up some... by DIY Answer Guy | Aug 4, 2012 | DIY Questions
Brittany asked I found this old mannequin with legs and a head and, as an aspiring designer, I decided to recycle it. So I cut the head and legs off and got what you see in the picture. It’s some kind of hard plastic, possibly fiber glass (can’t say for... by DIY Answer Guy | Jul 30, 2012 | DIY Questions
Everyone has been asking Where can I find a list of the most essential and useful DIY tools, and other DIY guides? DIY Answer Guy Hi Everyone, DIY Essential Guides is a great great resource I put together for beginners and advanced DIY’ers. And if you’re... by DIY Answer Guy | Jul 27, 2012 | DIY Questions
Clem asked I recently moved into a small apartment in Manhattan. There is a popcorn ceiling. I noticed a small water stain. Upon closer inspection, the ceiling I discovered is dry. However, the ceiling crumbled in my hand. I checked another part of the ceiling, same... by DIY Answer Guy | Jul 24, 2012 | DIY Questions
Shannon asked I am a high school art teacher and we are creating various murals at our school and I need a large variety of latex colors but small amounts (not enough to buy gallons of everything). How can I mix colors myself to paint on the wall. I am hoping for the... by DIY Answer Guy | Jul 20, 2012 | DIY Questions
Cheri asked We are in the midst of remodeling our bathroom. In doing so, we have lost towel bar space. Our option is to get a free-standing towel rack/bar or install towel bars on an inward curved wall. Can we do so with a standard towel bar? I’ve investigated... by DIY Answer Guy | Jul 17, 2012 | DIY Questions
Karen asked My husband and I bought a house. The house has a basement concrete and we want finish it ourselves. The only thing that worries us is that it is very wet and the floor sweating. The home inspector said he recommended to ventilation duct of air conditioning... by DIY Answer Guy | Jul 9, 2012 | DIY Questions
Robert asked I just wanted to comment on your quest for the perfect toolbox. I am an aircraft mechanic for a major airline. When working the flightline I need certain tools to do my job and I don’t want to carry or tote or lug a larger box around. I’ve... by DIY Answer Guy | Jul 5, 2012 | DIY Questions
Bill asked I recently installed radiant tubing in my unfinished basement ceiling. The floor joists are 16″ O/C engineered trusses. The trusses are 2′ in depth. I would like to install bubble-foil to reflect the heat up but cannot get a good seal because of... by DIY Answer Guy | Jun 30, 2012 | DIY Questions
Marika asked Which type of insulation is used in walls? Faced or unfaced? DIY Answer Guy Hi Marika, I’d recommend buying these three Great DIY Books They cover just about everything you’ll need to know to plan and execute your remodel with the least amount... by DIY Answer Guy | Jun 24, 2012 | DIY Questions
Freda asked I am using a galvanized steel stock tank (horse trough) as a pond. I would like to adhere Rock-on-a-Roll which is made up of a variety of polymers laid over a flexible backing, which are textured and colored to replicate the aesthetic qualities of bedrock.... by DIY Answer Guy | Jan 12, 2012 | DIY Questions
Mike asked Hi Larry, I’m looking to buy an impact driver. I’m been an electrician for 33 years and use deck screws and lags to install service cable and panels. I also build decks. What is the best impact driver for my needs? DIY Answer Guy Hey Mike,... by DIY Answer Guy | Jan 12, 2012 | DIY Questions
Jenna asked I want to remove a hand towel holder in my bathroom. Unfortunately the builder used a bracket and drywall screws. The entire piece of hardware is a bit larger than a 50 cent piece, and since the screw in the center of the mounting piece just spins around,... by DIY Answer Guy | Apr 5, 2011 | Product Reviews
How to filter and decontaminate water safely is easy with this simple tool. Whether you’re camping, traveling, hiking the outback, or caught in a disaster, Lifesaver 4000 can provide you with water just about anywhere. The Lifesaver 4000UF water purifier... by DIY Answer Guy | Jul 8, 2010 | Tools
Milwaukee gets serious about cordless drill power Apparently, racing pit crews need cordless drills with A LOT of power. And it looks like Milwaukee was happy to oblige as is shown in this funny racing pit stop commercial. My only question is, “Where do I get... by DIY Answer Guy | Jan 30, 2010 | Product Reviews
The most complete miter saw I’ve ever used SKILSAW SPT88-01 12 inch Worm Drive-Compound-Sliding Miter Saw For any contractor, professional woodworker or DIY Guy the 12 inch Skil Worm Drive Miter Saw is by far the most complete miter saw I’ve ever used. No... by DIY Answer Guy | Jan 20, 2010 | Product Reviews
Choosing a reasonably priced DIY compound miter saw. Buying a miter saw is quite an investment, and can be a difficult decision with all the choices out there, so knowing what features you’ll need and which ones you’ll use the most is crucial to making a... by DIY Answer Guy | Jan 20, 2010 | Product Reviews
GreenJeans Gardening Chaps — the best gardening tool you’ll ever wear. Whether it’s working outside in the garden or doing landscaping projects for my clients I inevitably spend a lot of time on my knees. This ends up being very hard on, not only my... by DIY Answer Guy | Jan 20, 2010 | Product Reviews
The best cordless drill for the beginning DIY’er. If you’re into do-it-yourself projects there’s one tool you must have, a cordless drill. From hanging shelves, to building decks and porches the cordless drill is the tool to own for the beginning... by DIY Answer Guy | Jan 19, 2010 | Product Reviews
The Best Ultra Compact Impact Driver for traveling professionals, cabinet installers, and the DIY Ladies is finally revealed. For the traveling professional, Lady DIY’ers, and maintenance techs looking for a high quality, light weight impact driver, look no... by DIY Answer Guy | Jan 19, 2010 | Product Reviews
Your best choice for receiving emergency information and staying in touch with this compact, self-powered emergency radio. Whether you’re at home, in your car, boat, or just camping, staying in touch during an emergency is critical, and I’ve found the best...