Denny and Danna ask, "The top board in our bench has a couple of spots of dry rot. How can we fix it?"Auto body filler works great for repairing rotten spots in wood, since it hardens in a matter of minutes. Read more to find out how.
Rebuild and restore rotted wood without replacing it.
This weekend Mr. SP started a task that’s going to monopolize many weekends this fall, window repair. Our 1950’s home has the original windows and the time has come to give these windows a bit of TLC. After starting to work on the first window, Mr. SP quickly discovered that one side of the window...
Rebuild and restore rotted wood without replacing it.
This weekend Mr. SP started a task that’s going to monopolize many weekends this fall, window repair. Our 1950’s home has the original windows and the time has come to give these windows a bit of TLC. After starting to work on the first window, Mr. SP quickly discovered that one side of the window...
Watch this video to find out how to repair damaged, nonstructural wood molding or trim on your home by filling the damaged area with automotive body filler.
Contractor Rob Robillard offers advice on repairing rotten wood and knowing when to quit.
Watch this video to find out how to repair damaged, nonstructural wood molding or trim on your home by filling the damaged area with automotive body filler.
Rotted wood doesn't always need to be replaced. You can repair rotten wood to strengthen and preserve it. Here's how to DIY wood rot repair.
How to fix rotted wood with durable epoxy.
This weekend Mr. SP started a task that’s going to monopolize many weekends this fall, window repair. Our 1950’s home has the original windows and the time has come to give these windows a bit of TLC. After starting to work on the first window, Mr. SP quickly discovered that one side of the window...
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Repairing rotten wood is a long process, but it's well within the abilities of most homeowners. Invest in the proper materials to get the job done, and allow for adequate drying time for the epoxy repair compound. When possible, perform these repairs during a week or two with a dry weather forecast. If the sills ...
Rebuild and restore rotted wood without replacing it.
Ok... the shady part of the house has some issues with moisture. It just doesn't seem to dry quickly. The wood is going soft... perhaps developing mold. Your finger can push thru it with ease... It's not wood any more!
Few things in RV life are more terror inducing than discovering a ‘soft spot’ in your camper’s floor. These mushy sections of floor can mean only one thing -
Wood rot is a major cause of damage in old houses. Discovering what causes wood rot will help you prevent it and stop it in its tracks.
