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How to Install a Shipping Container Pool Everyone has an electrical panel in their house, and the design hasn’t changed much in decades. However, the newest technology to come along is smart technology-enabled electrical panels. While these systems can stand alone or piggyback off of a standard panel, their features make them an attractive option for energy-savvy homeowners. How to Maintain a Pool Smart Panels Focus on Load Management Resources Jenn tours the manufacturing facility of Trek Pools in Anderson, Indiana to see how their shipping container pools are made....

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How to Install a Utility Sink in a Barn Resources Richard installed a Utilatub Combo 20x24” Thermoplastic Floor Mount Laundry Tub. The kit comes with the water supply and drain lines required to hook up to the water supply. The utility sink kit is manufactured by MUSTEE. To connect the sink to Mark’s existing lines, Richard used a roll of polyethylene tubing and various fittings found at home centers and plumbing supply houses....

In this video, Tom Silva teaches three apprentices from our Generation NEXT program how to install a window sash replacement kit. Of the three options, it is the simplest and least expensive. The kit consists of two jamb liners as well as a top and bottom sash. Steps for Installing a Window Sash Replacement Kit This approach requires that the existing window frame (jambs and sill) be in good condition....

Should I Add Soffit Vents? If your home is fitted solely with small gable-end vents or a ventilator high in the roof, you might want to consider adding soffit vents to increase airflow. These vents allow outside air to enter the attic at the lowest point of the roof—along the underside of the eave. They’re most effective when used in conjunction with a continuous ridge vent. Soffit vents come in several sizes and styles, including small round discs and rectangular grilles....

Steps: 1. Take a pointed shovel and dig straight down just beyond the drip line all the way around the plant. 2. After cutting the roots around the plant, pull back on shovel to loosen the plant. 3. Lift up the plant and place it on top of a large burlap sheet. 4. Tie together the corners of the burlap sheet. 5. Use a long, thick string to tie the burlap tightly to the root ball....

Tools Required to Remove a Kitchen Faucet ● Penetrating oil Kitchen Faucet Parts: Everything You Need to Know ● Headlamp ● 6” Adjustable wrench ● Tongue and groove pliers ● Basin wrench ● Safety glasses ● White vinegar ● Towel or rag How to Remove a Kitchen Faucet Removing a kitchen faucet isn’t as complicated as it might seem. The following steps will guide you through the process. Wearing your safety glasses will ensure that you’re protecting your eyes from falling gunk and buildup, while your headlamp will allow you to see what you’re doing under the cabinet....

Types of Woodpecker Damage Woodpeckers can do lots of damage, and it’s helpful to be able to identify the type of damage. Large holes bored into the sides of the home are typically for nesting, so if the hole seems large enough for a bird, there’s a good chance they’re trying to make your home their home. Small conical holes are actually used during mating seasons to attract mates. Small holes that aren’t necessarily conical are more likely a result of the woodpecker looking for food, which could indicate that there is a pest issue behind the wall....

All told, it’s a satisfying, clever endeavor, whether the end result covers a jewel-box powder room or a dramatic accent wall. This step-by-step shows how. The paints used to achieve this look: Annie Sloan Chalk Paint in cream-colored Old Ochre (base coat) and Old White (final coat), with blends made from Duck Egg Blue, Louis Blue, Old White, and taupey Coco. Abstract Texture Painting 1. Pour roughly equal amounts Mix equal amounts of the two blues onto a silicone paint-mixing mat, once the base coat is completely dry....

Ground-fault circuit interrupter outlets prevent accidental electrocution, and code requires them in baths, kitchens, laundry rooms, garages and outdoor locations. A GFCI has a built-in circuit breaker that interrupts the flow of electricity the instant it senses a ground fault or current leak. But a GFCI won’t work unless it’s properly connected. If your electrical system has not been upgraded for 20 years or more, you probably need to install GFCIs....

There is a complication though. For a long time, it was considered good building practice to vent a crawl space, on the theory that a flow of fresh air would keep the crawl space dry. Experience has proved that, in fact, venting in more humid climates does more harm than good. When damp outside air meets the cooler surfaces of a crawl space, the moisture condenses and can promote mold growth or even rot the wood inside....

When evaluating your choices, be sure to look at the overall dimensions and the finished photos. Jetted tubs are heavier than standard tubs (especially when full of water), so you’ll also need to make sure the floor framing in your bathroom can support this extra weight. Call in an experienced remodeling contractor if you’re uncertain about how to approach this. Take Care of the Plumbing Details First The next issue to consider is the rough waste plumbing....

The short walls that rafters sometimes bear on in a Cape-style house are another structural example, though these are almost always referred to as “knee walls.” What Is a Pony Wall? A pony wall is nothing more than a short wall, and the term is often used interchangeably with “knee wall” or “cripple wall.” Pony walls, like regular walls, have top and bottom plates, that is, the horizontal members that the vertical studs fasten to....

“The goal with this house was to effectively balance heating and cooling so that everyone is comfortable across the board,” says Jerry. “The majority of living happens on the ground floor; having a customizable zoned system means we can tailor our needs from room to room, and we don’t waste energy on spaces that aren’t being used as often.” Here’s how he achieved that goal. *U.S. Department of Energy, 2010...

So, after a work crew gutted it, taking down a wall to annex a side porch as well, the couple worked with kitchen designer Steve Fair to finish one large space with an eating area at one end and plenty of room for entertaining. Today, traffic flows from the kitchen to the new family room (located where the old kitchen stood), skirting an island that delineates the cooking-and-cleanup zone. Pendant lights, soapstone counters, an apron sink with a wall-mount bridge faucet, and refinished pine flooring reinforce the home’s period look....

In this episode: Richard Trethewey explains how to solder and what goes into the process. While PEX has grown in popularity, copper piping is still industry standard for residential plumbing. Soldering is the process used to connect copper pipes together. Richard explains that soldering can be dangerous if not done carefully, but the average homeowner could do it themselves. Then, Kevin O’Connor finds Heath Eastman in the workshop, ready to answer a common question they get all the time: what should a person do with their two-pronged outlet when so many cords have three prongs?...