Great Fix for Common Problem

Cracking in front of sink of granite counter using top mount drop in farm house  sink 

 

 Brilliant solution.

 

Check out the short video 

 https://youtube.com/shorts/AGF4-k8R6FI?si=v8pSnp9Orek6W6qz

Mill Glaze - The enemy of a good finish

 From GROK

Mill glaze refers to a smooth, shiny, or polished surface that can form on wood during the milling or planing process, particularly with softwoods like cedar or pine. It occurs when the cutting blades of milling equipment compress and burnish the wood fibers, creating a hard, glossy layer. This layer can make the wood less absorbent, potentially causing issues with paint, stain, or sealant adhesion, as the glaze may prevent proper penetration or bonding.

Key Points:

• Cause: High-speed planing or milling generates heat, which, combined with the wood’s natural resins or sap, polishes the surface, closing the wood’s pores.
• Appearance: The wood looks glossy or slick, often feeling smoother than untreated wood.
• Impact: Mill glaze can lead to uneven staining, peeling paint, or poor adhesion of finishes, as it acts as a barrier to absorption.
• Solutions:
  • Sanding: Lightly sanding the surface (e.g., with 80-120 grit sandpaper) removes the glaze and opens the wood’s pores for better finish adhesion.
  • Cleaning: Using a wood cleaner or chemical stripper can also help.
  • Weathering: Allowing the wood to weather naturally for a few weeks can break down the glaze, though this may not be practical for all projects.
• Context: Mill glaze is a common concern in woodworking, decking, or siding projects where proper finishing is critical for durability and aesthetics.

If you’re dealing with a specific project involving mill glaze, let me know, and I can provide more tailored advice or search for additional insights!

TILE TENTING - When tile bonding fails - TileCoach

https://youtu.be/e0-umXkF4vE?si=CpQ9TUGJNVG2ZxPw 

Dampness and poor surface preparation have caused these 30 year old tile to pop.

Drywall compound was a major contributor to the bond breaking. 

 

 

MONOPOLY FRAMING - The Build Show

 Very interesting framing system used in this Texas project

 THE BUILD SHOW

https://youtu.be/nNMkzxzrfj4?si=OfAnwQ3WUl5NyFAJ 

 

 

Small Problem Reveals Major Problems -HOLMES

Shower issue reveals major issues elsewhere. 

Holmes on Homes  Episode 609

 https://youtu.be/2G2UeF52JZk?si=4zKlv4dByHRx5erd

 

The Hardiboard Panel System

 Matt Risinger of the Build Show outlines some of the details using Hardiboard Siding and rainscreening.

 https://youtu.be/8gHk_w1-Vig?si=XO3HclwUooI0HQpU

 

Wonderful Example - You Don't Want To See This In Your House

 WOW! So many idiotic things were done in this renovation

 

MIKE HOLMES VIDEO

Mike Discovers Raw Sewage, Bugs in the Wall, and MANY More Issues | Holmes on Homes

  https://youtu.be/-Zk7GlNWTbc?si=J1QK-J5FjsUVYTAS

 

Make sure your home inspector at least has some common sense!

A background in construction, engineering is a good start 

 

 

 

 

 

NEW DECKING SYSTEM -Fireproof! MADE IN THE USA

MBRICO offers porcelain tile decking systems that are fireproof and super strong and low maintenance. Check out this episode of the BUILD SHOW

 

 https://youtu.be/fAaKHKw9KxY?si=jvR6635rvv8Bulie