The Handyguys Podcast » granite http://www.handyguyspodcast.com The Handyguys are two avid DIYers sharing their experiences working around the house. Our weekly video and audio podcasts feature answers to your questions, head-to-head tool tests and other DIY and home improvement topics. If you have a question regarding your home, let us know using the contact tab on our site or call us at (818) 804-8665. We respond to all questions and may use your question on-the-air in a future broadcast. We look forward to answering your questions and helping you around the home! Wed, 23 May 2012 19:30:54 +0000 en hourly 1 http://www.handyguyspodcast.com/feed/podcast/ The Handyguys are two avid DIYers sharing their experiences working around the house. Our podcasts feature answers to your questions, head-to-head tool tests and other DIY and home improvement topics. If you have a question regarding your home, let us know using the contact tab on our site or call us at (818) 804-8665. We respond to all questions and may use your question on-the-air in a future broadcast. Our weekly podcasts are posted every Thursday at 5PM Eastern Time. We look forward to answering your questions and helping you around the home! The Handyguys clean The Handyguys us@handyguyspodcast.com us@handyguyspodcast.com (The Handyguys) 2007-2011 The Handyguys Podcast DIY, Home Improvement, Tool Reviews, Basement finishing, plumbing, electrical The Handyguys Podcast » granite http://www.handyguyspodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/powerpress/HPG_Logo_1400x1400.jpg http://www.handyguyspodcast.com TV-G Weekly DIY Drama, Old Tractors And New Counters http://www.handyguyspodcast.com/659/episode-86-diy-drama-old-tractors-new-counters/ http://www.handyguyspodcast.com/659/episode-86-diy-drama-old-tractors-new-counters/#comments Thu, 22 Oct 2009 20:58:37 +0000 The Handyguys http://www.handyguyspodcast.com/?p=659 You need to listen to the podcast to hear PaulDIY Drama, Old Tractors and New Counters We start off by talking about the True Value DIY Drama contest. You can win $5000 if your story is chosen as a winner. Brian and Paul have both had some drama but Paul most recently. You MUST listen to Paul tell his drama story in the podcast. [...]]]>

DIY Drama, Old Tractors and New Counters

You need to listen to the podcast to hear Paul's story about what happened to his nice laptop. Does this picture give you a clue? Click on the pic to see it bigger.

You need to listen to the podcast to hear Paul's story about what happened to his nice laptop. Does this picture give you a clue? Click on the pic to see it bigger.

We start off by talking about the True Value DIY Drama contest. You can win $5000 if your story is chosen as a winner. Brian and Paul have both had some drama but Paul most recently. You MUST listen to Paul tell his drama story in the podcast. It was a very expensive story.
True Value DIY Drama

What are you working on lately?

Brian and Paul both discuss what recent projects they have been working on. First up, Brian.

Busted up old tractor

An old TractorBrian was able to find an old tractor on freecycle. Well, nothing is ever free. The tractor needed a battery, a new fuel line and a fuel filter.  For good measure, Brian changed the oil filter and spark plug and sharpened the blades. After adding some fresh gas, the tractor started right up.  Not too shabby.

Over the past year and a half, Brian used this tractor for some pretty heavy duty mowing. Overgrown fields and campground trails were the typical terrain. In this time, the mower has required countless replacement belts plus a few hundred dollars worth of repairs for other busted parts due to its heavy abuse.

Brian and Paul discuss when is it time to cut the losses. Is it worth another $40 for a pulley assembly and another $25 for another belt?  A tractor that is designed and built for the uses Brian is putting this old thing through is just not in the cards at the moment.

New Countersgranite

Paul’s project was new counter tops. The design committee (his wife) did all the legwork. In the podcast we discuss some of the options and considerations. The decision was made to go with Granite. Granite is a professional installation but there is still some work for the Handyguy. Paul removed the old laminate counters, installed the plumbing under the new sink and has the back splash to tile. Doing these chores yourself can save money even when you are having granite professionally installed.

Paul makes reference to a Fine Home building article on drain hookups.

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]]> http://www.handyguyspodcast.com/659/episode-86-diy-drama-old-tractors-new-counters/feed/ 0 backsplash,battery,belts,blades,Blog Squad,broken laptop screen,counters,DIY,DIY Blog Squad,DIY Drama,drains,garbage disposal DIY Drama, Old Tractors and New Counters We start off by talking about the True Value DIY Drama contest. You can win $5000 if your story is chosen as a winner. Brian and Paul have both had some drama but Paul most recently. DIY Drama, Old Tractors and New Counters We start off by talking about the True Value DIY Drama contest. You can win $5000 if your story is chosen as a winner. Brian and Paul have both had some drama but Paul most recently. You MUST listen to Paul tell his drama story in the podcast. It was a very expensive story. What are you working on lately? Brian and Paul both discuss what recent projects they have been working on. First up, Brian. Busted up old tractor Brian was able to find an old tractor on freecycle. Well, nothing is ever free. The tractor needed a battery, a new fuel line and a fuel filter.  For good measure, Brian changed the oil filter and spark plug and sharpened the blades. After adding some fresh gas, the tractor started right up.  Not too shabby. Over the past year and a half, Brian used this tractor for some pretty heavy duty mowing. Overgrown fields and campground trails were the typical terrain. In this time, the mower has required countless replacement belts plus a few hundred dollars worth of repairs for other busted parts due to its heavy abuse. Brian and Paul discuss when is it time to cut the losses. Is it worth another $40 for a pulley assembly and another $25 for another belt?  A tractor that is designed and built for the uses Brian is putting this old thing through is just not in the cards at the moment. New Counters Paul's project was new counter tops. The design committee (his wife) did all the legwork. In the podcast we discuss some of the options and considerations. The decision was made to go with Granite. Granite is a professional installation but there is still some work for the Handyguy. Paul removed the old laminate counters, installed the plumbing under the new sink and has the back splash to tile. Doing these chores yourself can save money even when you are having granite professionally installed. Paul makes reference to a Fine Home building article on drain hookups. The Handyguys Podcast is asking that you consider participation in important research on consumers’ thoughts on advertising within their favorite Podcasts. The Association for Downloadable Media (ADM) Consumers Attitudes on Advertising & Sponsorship in Audio and Video Podcasts research project is a survey that should take you about 10 minutes and does NOT ask for personal contact information.Please consider taking part in the survey at http://www.takethesurvey.com/rawvoice. The sooner the better! The survey is going on now and will wrap up in a couple weeks. The Handyguys clean 30:48 DIY Kitchen Remodel http://www.handyguyspodcast.com/402/episode-65-handyguys-kitchen/ http://www.handyguyspodcast.com/402/episode-65-handyguys-kitchen/#comments Thu, 21 May 2009 20:59:34 +0000 The Handyguys http://www.handyguyspodcast.com/?p=402 A finished Handyguy kitchen remodelThe Handyguys Brian & Paul discuss a DIY kitchen remodel. Some of the topics discussed in this podcast: Planning Skills Tools Timeline Budget When to bring in a professional Listen to the podcast for details and enjoy the before and after pictures. The first three are before pictures. The rest are after. Click on any [...]]]>

A finished Handyguy kitchen remodel

A finished kitchen remodel done by Brian.

The Handyguys Brian & Paul discuss a DIY kitchen remodel.

Some of the topics discussed in this podcast:

  • Planning
  • Skills
  • Tools
  • Timeline
  • Budget
  • When to bring in a professional

Listen to the podcast for details and enjoy the before and after pictures. The first three are before pictures. The rest are after. Click on any image for a full size view.

Old site built wood cabinets, metal base cabs, no dishwasher in a very outdated disfunctional galley kitchen The wall again from inside the kitchen. This wall between the dining room and the kitchen needs to go The Santos Mahogany prefinished hardwood floor is an awesome change from the dingy vinyl floor. The refrigerator, stove and sink did not move location. The original dishwasher was a portable unit and was replaced with an undercounter unit. This made room for a pantry to the right of the refrigerator. The built in microwave helps save counter space with little loss of cabinet space. The new kitchen sports a built in dishwasher, gas/convection stove, granite and a tile backsplash. Without the wall we were abble to add some base cabinets for much needed storage and a countertop to acomodate a few stools. By removing the wall the space is opened up and more functional ]]> http://www.handyguyspodcast.com/402/episode-65-handyguys-kitchen/feed/ 14 cabinets,countertops,DIY,electrical,Flooring,granite,home improvement,ideas,kitchen,kitchen ideas,kitchen remodel,Lighting The Handyguys Brian & Paul discuss a DIY kitchen remodel. Some of the topics discussed in this podcast: Planning Skills Tools Timeline Budget When to bring in a professional - Listen to the podcast for details and enjoy the before and a... The Handyguys Brian & Paul discuss a DIY kitchen remodel. Some of the topics discussed in this podcast: Planning Skills Tools Timeline Budget When to bring in a professional Listen to the podcast for details and enjoy the before and after pictures. The first three are before pictures. The rest are after. Click on any image for a full size view. The Handyguys clean 28:57