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S3E15 Festival Preparations and Ongoing Projects
Preparations for a festival involve setup and addressing noise concerns. Work at the Chateau includes mold making and spray application, while flooring progress focuses on installing joists for safety. A gift from Valeria, a water bottle for the pool, adds excitement. Skirting board installation ...
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S3E7 Hidden Lighting Control Panel
The Boston Back Bay renovation project focuses on coordinating MEP rough-in phases with John Buckley architecture. Plumbing and mechanical work are nearly finished, while electrical wiring is progressing despite light fixture delays. The project management team is addressing material delays and p...
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S2E9 Transforming a Dining Room: Fabric, Fixtures, and Finishes
A warm welcome sets the stage in England as fabric choices for dining room curtains are made, aided by an Instagram poll. The journey continues with a search for a chandelier, but a van breakdown complicates the outing. Attention shifts to wallpaper preparation, focusing on color matching and wal...
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S3E17 Water Supply Piping
A plumbing project showcases the installation of a Viega manna block manifold for radiant floor heating. The process involves connecting Pex A and B pipes to fixtures, starting with the laundry circuit and planning for the upstairs bathroom and kitchen. Water testing checks for leaks, and careful...
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S3E20 Daily Gardening and Creative Tasks
Daily tasks include outdoor jobs like trimming grass and washing walls, with a focus on gardening activities such as planting poppy seeds and raking debris. Nail art is highlighted, showing a preference for beauty over manual labor. Concerns about the care of new breed plum trees arise, along wit...
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S2E12 Surprise Delivery from Canada!
The renovation process includes installing lighting and managing steam in bathrooms. The project focuses on updating the ceiling and flooring, with plans to paint radiators for a cohesive look. Challenges arise with wallpapering due to low materials. A subscriber sends a thoughtful gift, providin...
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S3E8 Coffee Bar Install in South Boston Reno
Installing a coffee bar requires careful assembly of cabinets, plumbing setup, and precise measurements. Key techniques include using lasers for leveling and scribing for accurate fits. Completing as much work in the shop before field installation enhances efficiency. Hiring skilled cabinet maker...
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S2E2 Miter Folding with a Sliding Table Saw
Explore the intricacies of cabinet construction, focusing on veneered end panels and miter wrapping for a flawless finish. Learn about the miter cutting process, ensuring precise angles for clean joints. Discover how to build a bench top with mitered edges and an upholstered cushion. Understand t...
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S3E25 Full Dining Room Renovation
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S2E36 Two Home Offices
The design of two home offices in the Needham project features a separate entrance for visitor access. Natural light floods the spaces through full glass and double height windows. A green monochromatic color scheme and salvaged wood beams create a cohesive look. Two fireplaces, one gas and one w...
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S4E2 We Both Quit Our Jobs, Now What?
A couple transitions from corporate jobs to self-employment, driven by their educational background and the limitations of traditional work. They document their entrepreneurial journey on YouTube, facing challenges in monetization but remaining committed to their goals. As they build income strea...
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S5E11 Painting the Entire House!
This DIY episode covers the essential steps for a successful painting project. It starts with preparing the drywall through priming and sanding for a smooth finish. Color selection from Sherwin Williams is highlighted, along with testing samples on the wall. The painting process features Sherwin ...
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Insulating Historic Homes: Balancing Comfort and Integrity
Brent explores the challenges of insulating historic houses while maintaining their architectural integrity. He details three projects that showcase the unique difficulties posed by age and construction. The risks of foam insulation, particularly moisture retention, are discussed. Brent emphasize...
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S3E1 Main Electrical Service Panel Installation
A rainy day sets the stage for installing a 200 amp main electric service panel. The process includes setting up the panel, installing conduit, and following NEC code for guidance. A heat gun bends the conduit, and ground wire is connected. Wiring connections are made, including neutral and hot w...
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S3E15 Delivering cabinets in a historic Boston neighborhood
The kitchen installation process starts with preparing cabinetry and tools while facing challenges from the dense neighborhood and narrow roads. Accessing the building requires navigating narrow stairs and using a back door, as the small elevator limits transport options. Despite a temporary manp...
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The Ultimate Guide to Designing Great Bookshelves and Cabinets
Bren Bicho explores cabinet making, focusing on exceptional design and the impact of architects like Edwin Lukins. He discusses key principles such as classical systems and visual hierarchy, using Robert Adam's work as a historical example. Bicho contrasts modern production methods with tradition...
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S1E5 Making Curved moulding
This episode showcases a new format and enhanced video quality while demonstrating the creation of a curved crown. It covers the steps of removing the existing crown, cutting layers, and assembling them with polyurethane glue for durability. The molder is set up for precise profile cuts, and the ...
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S2E8 Assessing Storm Damage and Interior Upgrades
Storm damage is assessed on the towers, focusing on tiles and timber. Safety is prioritized while navigating dark conditions. The roof and gutters are evaluated, confirming the new gutters are working well. Interior renovations include choosing wallpaper and fabric, with attention to pattern matc...
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S4E18 Full Cost Breakdown Our Radiant Floor
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S2E1 This Kitchen is Missing Something
The Beacon Hill project features a modern kitchen with integrated appliances and innovative storage solutions. It includes a servo-driven trash unit, built-in cutting board, and functional cabinetry designed for safety. Unique elements like kidney-shaped corner shelves and under-counter refrigera...
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S3E4 Blue Floors
Moisture management plays a vital role in construction, particularly with hardwood flooring. A moisture barrier is installed to protect the wood, and the floor coating process is completed efficiently in just two hours. It's important to maintain similar moisture levels between the hardwood and s...
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S2E18 Full Tour of Chateau de la Ferté
Chateau D. welcomes viewers with a recap of the past year, highlighting Christmas preparations and family gatherings. The kitchen and hallway renovations are detailed, showcasing layout decisions and temporary setups. Progress in the dining room faces challenges, while bedroom updates reflect per...
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Ludowici Factory Tour—the Finest Roof Tile You Don't Know About.mp4
A factory in Ohio produces around 4 million clay tiles each year, using local clay types. The production process includes shaping, drying, and glazing, with a focus on quality through rigorous testing. Traditional methods are highlighted in the historic production line, while modern kilns ensure ...
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S2E10 Cleaning the Chateau with Toothbrushes
Preparation for a mirror frame starts with a red paint base for gold leaf application. The molding is progressing well, with about 30 hours of work remaining. After sanding damage, repairs are made to the main mold, and the base coat dries before gold leaf is added. Cleaning surfaces is crucial, ...