Deck lighting questions answered In this video, the Handyguys answer some fan deck lighting questions. What is best: CFL, LED, Halogen, Incandescent? Does it really matter? What about low voltage? The Handyguys love their low voltage systems. Watch the video … Continue reading Deck Lighting Questions Answered
In this audio podcast The Handyguys discuss building an Azek Cellular PVC deck. The Handyguys discuss when to DIY and when not to DIY, design considerations, choosing a contractor and materials selection. To DIY or not to DIY a Cellular PVC … Continue reading Building an Azek Cellular PVC Deck
On this episode, Handyguy Paul brings two topics to the podcast pertaining to preventing wood rot and to wood and ground contact. Preventing Wood Rot on Door Jambs Paul asks Handyguy Brian about the best way to deal with rotting … Continue reading Preventing wood rot on door jambs and deck posts
In this video episode of The Handyguys Podcast, we showcase some of the features of a freestanding Ipe deck such as lighting, hidden fasteners, Ipe plugs and aluminum balusters. Some of the things show in this video are Ipe Deck … Continue reading Freestanding Ipe deck features and best practices
On this audio podcast, the Handyguys discuss Brian’s free-standing deck and Paul’s vole problems. How to Build Freestanding Decks There are several advantages to building a deck freestanding, not attached to your house, and few disadvantages. In the podcast, we … Continue reading Building a freestanding deck and dealing with voles
In this audio episode of The Handyguys Podcast, Paul continues his discussion about his leaky hot water heater and Brian reveals what material he chose for his deck project. Temperature and Pressure T&P Valves and Expansion tanks Water heaters all … Continue reading Replacing Water Heater Expansion Tanks and Ipe Decking
In this audio episode of The Handyguys Podcast, The Handyguys discuss their recent projects: repairing a leaky hot water heater and preparing for a new back yard deck. Water Heater Leaky T&P – Temperature and Pressure valve Leaks coming from … Continue reading Repair a leaking water heater T&P and planning for a new deck
The Handyguys discuss desk stains and tub glazing in one podcast. That’s right, tub finishes. Deck Stains First up is a question from Joan that came in through our new call-in service (see the large “Call-me” link on our web … Continue reading Deck Stains And Tub Glazing
The Handyguys discuss deck materials with Paul Mackie who represents the Western Red Cedar Lumber Association. Whether you are interested in cedar or not, the Handyguys have a great discussion with “Mr. Cedar” (aka Paul Mackie) about lumber selection for … Continue reading Deck Material And Design Part 1