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Wood filler and wood putty can completely hide holes in stained wood, if properly applied. Tim Carter shows you how to get a perfect finish when using wood putty and carpenters wood filler on stained wood. Some plastic wood filler, or other types of compounds, contain resins and other chemicals which can create marks in your wood. Wood putty comes in different colors and you can mix them to get the correct color match. Once the hole is filled, put one additional layer of stain on the entire piece and you wont be able to see where the holes were.

Cleaning a brick patio can make a big difference in the look of your backyard. This AsktheBuilder.com video shows you how to use oxygenated bleach to make quick work of brick cleaninging projects and other patio cleaning jobs. 

The wheel barrow has come a long way over the years. Tim Carter shows you the latest advancements in wheelbarrows. There are several types to choose from depending on your needs. There is a wheel barrow with steel handles and a steel body featuring a hand brake on the handle. This can be important when you are going down a hill so it doesnt get out of control. Another type has a very large plastic tub. This model also has two tires in front which makes it more stable. Another model that is different from the rest has the location of the wheel further back. This puts the cargo weight on the wheels instead of in your hands. Research wheel barrows to get the model which meets your projects needs.

Tim Carter discusses wiring boxes, which are used for all of your computer, cable and home audio speaker wiring. It is all low voltage wiring. This wiring junction box allows you to bring in all your low voltage wires neatly and effeciently. It serves as a central distribution panel for all low voltage wires in your house.

Utility sinks can be hung with a bracket instead of dealing with legs. Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, demonstrates how to install utility sinks or a laundry sink without needing legs. No legs helps with storage underneath the laundry utility sink and for cleaning under it. A few measurements need to be made, then using stud anchors, you will have your wall mount utility sink.

Tool boxes come in all different shapes and sizes. Tim Carter shares new tool box and tool storage solutions. A new light weight plastic toolbox has storage compartments on top of the lid for small items. Inside is a tray and a large storage area below the tray. There are other tool storage options. An example is a large piece of canvas which fits inside and over a crate. There are pockets inside the crate area for large tools and supplies and then more pockets outside the crate for smaller items. The best part of this storage crate is that it is on wheels and has a folding handle. You dont have to carry your tools around, just roll it to the worksite. Another option is a tool pouch. This is smaller and holds a few small tools and clips onto your belt. There are many choices of tool boxes out there depending on what your needs are.

Tools are a key to making a job go smoothly. Tim Carter shares how to select tools that are helpful and time-saving to make your jobs a little easier. Some of his favorite hand tools include a wood rasp and a pipe cutter. A rasp is a great wood working tool to give you a professional look. Special screw drive bits and a plumb bob are also in his toolbox.

A fire sprinkler system can save you a lot of money and hassle if there is a fire in your home. Tim Carter of AskTheBuilder.com discusses all new fire sprinkler design and how to install them. Automatic fire sprinklers can be installed in a new home or your existing home. Smoke detectors are good, but fire sprinklers along with the smoke detectors are better. These sprinklers can protect you and your family from fires, which can be extremely destructive.

Finishing a wood desk is very simple. AsktheBuilder.com host Tim Carter shares one technique for finishing a wood office desk for a home office.

Quarter round is an essentail molding on many jobs. Tim Carter demonstrates how to install quarter round to hide the gap between baseboards and flooring. Youll have no trouble with your installation of quarter round with these tips.

Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, shows how to have some fun creating hidden treasures for future remodelers with time capsule ideas. Time capsules are easy to create and hide in your next remodeling project or new home.

Tim Carter, of AsktheBuilder.com, demonstrates a special drywall primer paint that makes drywall look as smooth as glass.

Does your remodeling project call for a precisely drilled hole? Hand drills can wobble when drilling. Tim Carter demonstrates how a drill press will do the job for you. 

Tim Carter, from AsktheBuilder.com, shows some really cool gift ideas that each homeowner needs. One of them is a very cool emergency radio. It is powered by either hand crank or solar powered.

Tim Carter, from AsktheBuilder.com, shows you how to install a door hinge like a pro. Cutting the recess into the door or door jamb is easy. Using a wood chisel, you can cut the proper mortise.

AsktheBuilder host Tim Carter shows how to install OSB interlocking panels over a concrete floor. This creates a great osb basement subfloor for your basement remodeling project.

The wheel barrow has come a long way over the years. Tim Carter shows you the latest advancements in wheelbarrows. There are several types to choose from depending on your needs. There is a wheel barrow with steel handles and a steel body featuring a hand brake on the handle. This can be important when you are going down a hill so it doesnt get out of control. Another type has a very large plastic tub. This model also has two tires in front which makes it more stable. Another model that is different from the rest has the location of the wheel further back. This puts the cargo weight on the wheels instead of in your hands. Research wheel barrows to get the model which meets your projects needs.

Sink installation can be simple with a few tips. In this AsktheBuilder.com video, host Tim Carter shows you how to cut, mark and cut the hole for your sink.

A table saw is often one of the first big woodworking tools purchased by homeowners. This AsktheBuilder.com video takes you through all of the features to look for when you are ready to buy a table saw.

Drilling steel or metal is a quick way to dull your drill bits if you do it the wrong way. This AsktheBuilder.com video shows you how to drill holes using the correct bits and oil to drill through steel and sheet metal.

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