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Acoustical Ceiling for Noise Attenuation
Acoustical Ceiling for Noise Attenuation
Mike Kintzing from Owens Corning introduces Bob to a new to residential acoustical ceiling product. QuietZone's Solserene ...
Applying a Plaster Coated Ceiling
Applying a Plaster Coated Ceiling
Bob meets Tavino, the plastering contractor who is working on the ceiling. He is using a traditional patching method join an ...
Blue Board and Veneer Plaster
Blue Board and Veneer Plaster
A blueboard gypsum panel base covered with a layer of veneer plaster gives the hard surface and glass-smooth look of old-style ...
Ceiling Fan Height
Ceiling Fan Height
Set fan clearance at 9 feet above the floor if possible (if this is not possible, maintain a minimum clearance of 7 feet. ...
Ceiling Fan Installation
Ceiling Fan Installation
Because it's much more complicated to install a ceiling fan than a ceiling light fixture, you might want to consider having ...
Ceiling Fan Pitch
Ceiling Fan Pitch
For a ceiling fan to move the right amount of air, its blades should be set at a 14 degree angle. Blades set at a 10 degree ...
Ceiling Fan Quality
Ceiling Fan Quality
The most important part of a ceiling fan is its motor. High-end brands usually have the most energy-efficient, well-designed ...
Ceiling Fan Rotation
Ceiling Fan Rotation
Ceiling fans should rotate counter clock-wise in the summer (to generate a breeze downward to cool you off) and clock-wise in ...
Ceiling Fan Size
Ceiling Fan Size
Before you buy a fan, consider the size of the room you want to cool. A 52-inch fan is appropriate for a room that's 230 ...
Choosing a Paint Sprayer
Choosing a Paint Sprayer
With little time to spare and a painting project to tackle, choose a paint sprayer with the right pump, tip and features to ...
Discussing Architectural Ideas for the Miami Condo
Discussing Architectural Ideas for the Miami Condo
Bob Vila and project architect Michael Pierce brainstorm ideas for this small condo with a great view of Biscayne Bay. The ...
Elm Court Dining Room
Elm Court Dining Room
Sonya and Bob Berle lead Bob Vila through a tour of one of the Vanderbilt’s most elegant dining rooms. The Berles have ...
Feathered Borders
Feathered Borders
Feathering is a term which means using a brush to paint around borders and corners. When used well this technique will produce ...
Fixing the Unsupported Kitchen Ceiling
Fixing the Unsupported Kitchen Ceiling
Structural engineer Rene Mugnier explains how to fix the kitchen ceiling and two floors above, which are found to be ...
Hanging Ceiling Drywall
Hanging Ceiling Drywall
Bob interviews Larry Lelflar from Bonita Drywall as they hang drywall on a ceiling, then apply the first coat of tape and ...
How to Install a Ceiling Fan
How to Install a Ceiling Fan
Replacing a light fixture with a ceiling fan can bring comfort and energy savings to the home.
How to Paint a Ceiling
How to Paint a Ceiling
With the right tools and a little preparation, a ceiling can be painted without difficulty.
How to Paint High Stairwells
How to Paint High Stairwells
Excessively tall staircase paint jobs that require scaffolding might be best left to the experts. For moderately tall jobs, a ...
How to Soundproof Your Studio for a Better Podcast
How to Soundproof Your Studio for a Better Podcast
The popularity of video and audio podcasts has drawn attention to the value of good acoustics and the importance of ...
Installing a Drop Ceiling to Hide Ductwork
Installing a Drop Ceiling to Hide Ductwork
Bob walks through the Manhattan Brownstone floor-through apartment with project manager Chris Vila, looking first at the ...
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