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Professor's Underground Project
United States
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 6 ก.พ. 2023
Professor works on home improvement and repairs in the basement and beyond. DIY projects range from fixing an appliance to building a new living space.
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Pressure Wash: NEVER do this again! #patiocleaning #pressurewashing #backyard
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Use this better technique (tool) to clean your patio, paving, and driveway 10x FASTER! Product links: * Ryobi Surface Cleaner: amzn.to/4dTCWgL * Westinghouse Pressure Washer: amzn.to/3K1FqvD * Disclosure: As an eBay Partner and Amazon Affiliate, I may be compensated if you make a purchase from the product links.
BUDGET Staircase Transformation in ONE Day! #diyhome #weekendwarrior
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So COOL! SUN is just like Moon, on April 8, 2024 #eclipse2024 #solareclipse
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This OLD Mower is like a Lexus #lawnmower #smallengine #hometools
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Take care of your lawn mower and it will serve you for many more years. Do these at least every season: 1. Sharpen blades 2. Change engine oil 3. Clean or replace air filter
Basement Renovation #3: Framing Preparation Essentials | Professor's UP Series
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Welcome back to our Basement Renovation series! In this third installment, 'Basement Renovation #3: Framing Preparation Essentials,' we take you through the crucial steps of preparing for basement framing. Join Professor's Underground Project as we tackle the essentials of layout planning, obstacle management, and fire safety measures, setting the foundation for a successful renovation. We disc...
Basement Renovation #2: Water Proofing & Fire Blocking #basementwaterproofing #fireproof
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And here is the central question: how can we make our basement a safe and comfortable space? In the battle against water and fire in this underground space, I'd like to present a breakdown of five major problems and the way we address them in the area [in Northeastern USA]. Please do consult your township office for the code and specific requirements.
Build Backyard Fences: Small 3-ft vs. Large 6-ft Projects - Tips for long-term durability
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We will dive into the steps and details of building an internal 3-ft high fence section, and offer my perspectives on key considerations in undertaking a large 6-ft fence project and how the build can endure the test of seasons based on the result of my now 8-year-old (built in 2015) privacy fence.
Basement Renovation #1: Budget, Planning & Preparation #basementfinishing #basementremodel
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Here is an outline of steps to prepare and plan for finishing a basement: 1. Evaluate the condition of the unfinished basement with questions related to humidity, cracks on the floor and walls, potentially getting web or flooded, whether it needs treatment (grading, waterproofing) for potential water problems, etc. 2. Consult local code and township office regarding what is required of a finish...
DIY Basement Transformation Walkthrough in 7 Minutes
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This is a walkthrough with highlights of every step toward finishing a basement. Hope it gives you a picture of what is involved in such a project from start to finish. If a professor can do it, you can do it. Stay tuned for more. Until the next time, may the Lord bless you and give you Peace!
Staircase Makeover with a Budget of $180 on Weekend - Easy Steps
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# Simple and easy steps to transform your space Unfinished staircase: 13 stairs Total budget: $180 TOTAL Yes, that's for the entire staircase ($14 for each stair). I know, you may have received $100 quotes for each individual stair/step. Supply 1. Vinyl flooring (5mm) with foam backing for the tread and nosing ($120): www.homedepot.com/s/vinyl flooring 5 mm 12 mil?NCNI-5 2. Melamine white panel...
Easy fix for electrical dryer with NO HEAT, for short term and long term
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Problem and Solution Electrical dryer runs but WITHOUT HEAT. Cause: * Broken heating element Solutions: 1. Short-term (today): clamp broken heating element/coil together; 2. Long-term: replace with new heating elements (and thermostat and thermal cutoff) Steps 0. UNPLUG the dryer before doing any work!!! 1. Remove the cover to access the heating compartment. 2. Take a picture of the wiring befo...
This is a very intelligent idea
Glad you liked it! Appreciate the comments!
At 3:20 when you cut the piece that piece can kick back and hurt you. You need additional support to prevent that
Thanks for the safety note!
Promo_SM 😆
Thanks for stopping by! I'll appreciate it if you can state your comments or questions.
I went to santee south carolina in twenty seven. The e clips wanna cross s t east weit's the west or was it the other way but I was in the dead center. After it was over, getting out of there on I 95.Was a hassel.
Oh man, I remember that eclipse in 2017! Was traveling with kids in Florida and viewing it with homemade, over-engineered "equipment" (a camera lens attached to a wooden box with a mirror in it) which showed it beautifully. I had difficulty making it focus today but my phone worked out nicely!
A Lexus? Get rid of it.
You have a better option? The most reliable and comfortable vehicle, running like new over 100,000 miles. Thanks for your suggestion. Will definitely get rid of it 900,000 miles later.
Fantastic video thxs
No problem 👍
You sharpened the wrong side of blade.
Thanks for the attention! I sharpened it from both sides. ;)
Wonderful, speechless, jealous
Thank you!
I love this!
Thanks! Cheers!
Hard wood last how many years??? How long does this last ? 15.00 per but only lasts 4 years ?
Good question! Time will tell but I don't think this is anything temporary. 5mm vinyl with I believe 12 mil top layer is pretty durable. The other question is how long the glue will hold up, which is the best I've found suitable for this application. So far so good, now after half a year of use!
Time is money, how long did it take all together?
Thanks for asking! As the title suggests, this is a weekend project. It took me a Saturday to do it.
Oh I didn’t know that was possible. Thanks
You are welcome!
Do you know what watt heat gun you have?
Also, Do you get any noise when walking on stairs?Some vinyl makes noise if not installed correctly. Thanks
This is the same model I purchased, which should be 1500 watts: www.amazon.com/Wagner-Variable-Temp-Temperature-Settings-150%E1%B5%92F-1200%E1%B5%92F/dp/B01MED5TK1/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2J7GUVKGXTNUX&keywords=wagner%2Bfurno%2B500&qid=1691504391&sprefix=wagner%2Bfurno%2B500%2Caps%2C81&sr=8-1&th=1
Good question! Yes and no. There was noise with the original construction of the stairs and I was hoping this makeover would reduce that noise. In the end, there isn't much difference that I noticed. Bottom line--It doesn't add new noise.
do you have plans for the jig you used to bend the LVP?
Here you are: th-cam.com/users/postUgkxbNR5_akv0kbB_sBrvWjogHRd1giwmNEA Let me know if you need additional details.
Nice
Glad you liked it!
Nice work.Are u sure to use plastic sheet on the concrete,I heard that can cause mold in pink insulation
Thank you and great question! I am creating a video on details for water proofing and fire blocking, but here is my short answer-- Yes, regarding the plastic on the external concrete wall, this is how we do it in PA, recommended/confirmed by local township code enforcement. The key is to hang 4-mil plastic to floor but do NOT seal it. You can overlap but don't tape it. This serves as the moisture barrier (different from the vapor barrier on the drywall side) and it needs ventilation. Keep it loosely hung and any water/moisture/condensation will drip to ground and ventilate... so it doesn't stay in the insulation to cause mold, etc. Hope it makes sense.
Delicious!
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Wow, amazing. I love it
Thank you! 😊
Instead of bending the Vinyle. You could had just stained the stairs. That would had been even cheaper.
Perhaps, and only if you are comfortable with techniques involved in each step from sanding all the way to finishing. For a polished and enduring staircase, I believe it will take multiple days and, in the end, doubt it will cost less. :)
I been doing flooring for. Many years and this is smart,,! Love it
Thank you! Appreciate the support and feedback!
Nice!
Thanks!
This is the coolest diy! We are just about to rip up the carpet on our 14 year old staircase and I totally want to do this!
Very glad it's helpful! Keep us posted.
Should the planks groove or flap be up when you put it over the nosing?
Not sure if I follow your exact question, but you place the plank flat on the tread and then push it (horizontally) into the nosing. Hope this makes sense.
Hi, Professor, what is the white rising? Is it vinyl as well?
It's the MDF white panel, something like this: tinyurl.com/mdf4x8whitepanel You can pre-cut them at the big box store.
Thank you, Professor. That is smart move. I am doing research to start working on my stair. The problem is that I don’t have a workshop and a heat gun either. I have to find a better way to bend vinyl
Sure! It works best with a heat gun. There is an alternative to cut grooves in the back of the vinyl to bend them. But you can get an inexpensive heat gun and having one makes things easier.
Possibly try putting the vinyl plank in a bathtub with hot water for 20 minutes. Will become flexible.
Good idea ❤
Glad you liked it!
Decent planks for 14 steps are going to cost $500-$600. What a joke.
The price varies. I got 5mm planks from LL flooring. It took two packages for the entire staircase, each of which was about $60. You may take a look at what they offer now especially if you have a store in your area.
This is a very good video demonstrating how to do to this. I have done this on a staircase and am very happy with how it turned out. I did however, do a few things differently that I think made a difference in the quality of the outcome. I used a router to cut kerfs in the back of the LVP removing the cork underlayment where the bend is made. This was time consuming, but yielded a consistent, smooth bend in the lvp. I also used a blank pine stair tread as the bending jig to create the bend. These are very cheap at Home Depot and will give you the exact shape of the stair nose when bending the LVP. I also tried this on a step that was ~9' (a landing), but found it more difficult as I had to use several full length pieces of LVP and the sides tend to curl when heat was applied. I was able to make it work, but they are not quite as good as the stairs. This is a great project for an average DIYer, and yields a great result. I posted some pictures on instagream: @eleven.19.rei
Excellent! Glad to hear about the positive experience and additional tips!
Wow
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Wow, great job! The vinyl treads and melamine kick will be durable.
Thank you! Glad you like it. :)
This video gives me some hope that I could do this. It seems so challenging to make the nosing
Glad it was helpful! Yes, making the nosing is a challenging step but it's quite doable. Note the technique worked with 5mm vinyl planks in the video and may not work with thicker pieces. You need some patience to heat it before it can be bent. I tested and failed on two pieces--due to uneven heating and bending it too early--before I was able to produce the consistent results shown in the video. Best luck!
You are amazing
Thank you for the kind words!
Thanks for sharing 😊
You are welcome!
Wow great idea!!
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This is smart
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Thats really clever! Thanks for sharing
You are so welcome!