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Tag: Ipe

Decks, Video Podcasts8 Comments
Use of Ipe plugs for concealed fasteners on your Ipe deck

Freestanding Ipe deck features and best practices

September 14, 2011April 14, 2021 The Handyguys

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

Audio Only Podcasts, Decks, Pests13 Comments
Freestanding Deck

Building a freestanding deck and dealing with voles

May 20, 2011April 10, 2021 The Handyguys

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

Audio Only Podcasts, Decks, Plumbing3 Comments
Load of Ipe for Brian's Deck

Replacing Water Heater Expansion Tanks and Ipe Decking

May 6, 2011April 10, 2021 The Handyguys

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

Audio Only Podcasts, Decks, Electrical3 Comments
Cellular PVC Decking

Synthetic Decks And GFCI Outlets

June 11, 2009March 25, 2021 The Handyguys

Synthetic Decking Material and a Fiberon Warranty The Handyguys begin the show by talking about what’s new in synthetic decking. Composites versus PVC. While composite decking appear to be maintenance free, some manufactured decks become marred with mold, staining and … Continue reading Synthetic Decks And GFCI Outlets

Audio Only Podcasts2 Comments

Hardwood Flooring Tips

May 7, 2009March 25, 2021 The Handyguys

The Handyguys tackle hard wood flooring. The Handyguys would like to thank A to Z Exotic Hardwoods for sponsoring this episode. They specialize in procuring the worlds most beautiful woods. With a virtually unlimited palette of colors and figures in … Continue reading Hardwood Flooring Tips

Audio Only Podcasts, Decks4 Comments
Cellular PVC Deck Design Considerations

Deck Material And Design Part 1

March 5, 2009March 25, 2021 The Handyguys

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

Audio Only Podcasts, Decks, Video Podcasts85 Comments
Handyguys Podcast on Deck Woods And Deck Refinishing

Deck Woods And Deck Refinishing

March 27, 2008March 9, 2021 The Handyguys

  The Handyguys discuss decking materials and refinishing your deck. The weather is starting to get warmer and many of us are thinking about getting outside again to use our decks. If you have a deck, it is time to … Continue reading Deck Woods And Deck Refinishing

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