DIY Adviser Intro

Short video introduction to the DIY Adviser.

Home Workshop Electrical Safety

While home wiring projects are well within the capabilities of many do-it-yourselfers, the risk of fire and electric shock dictates that electrical codes and safe practices be followed. Otherwise, leave it to the pro. In this episode, a number of topics regarding Home Workshop Electrical Safety are discussed.

Standing Floor Mirror Part III

The last in a series of episodes in which a standing floor mirror is designed and built. Mirror with frame stand 6 feet tall by 32 inches wide. It has a 6 inch frame made out of walnut with mitered joints. In this episode frame and stand are assembled, stained and finished.

3-way Dimmer Switch Installation

This episode is the second part of a series on dimmer switch installation. The first part described the functionality of dimmer switches and covered the installation of a single pole switch. This episode covers the step-by-step installation of a 3-way dimmer switch.

Dimmer Switch Installation - Short Version

Installing a dimmer switch is a simple but elegant do it yourself home improvement project. If you have never attempted an electrical home improvement project before, installing a dimmer switch is an excellent start. This short episode includes detailed do it yourself installation instructions. This video runs about 11 minutes.

Dimmer Switch Installation - Complete Version

Installing a dimmer switch is a simple but elegant do it yourself home improvement project. If you have never attempted an electrical home improvement project before, installing a dimmer switch is an excellent start. This compete episode includes a description of dimmer switch functionality and what you need to know before you purchase one. Detailed do it yourself installation instructions for two of the most common wiring configurations are covered. This video runs about 30 minutes.

Repairing Stripped Screws on Cabinet Hinges

Do it yourselfer Greg contacted us with the following question: "The screws in the hinges of my kitchen cabinet doors are stripped out. What is the best way to repair stripped screw holes in wood? I think I remember reading something about using wooden toothpicks to fill the hole. Any ideas?"We immediately emailed Greg with some ideas. We also created a video demonstrating our recommended method of filling the screw hole with wood filler, letting it cure, and then re-piloting the hole to fit t...

Standing Floor Mirror Part II

This is the second episode in a series covering the building of a standing floor mirror. In this episode 3 six foot walnut boards are shaped by hand with a block plane to take on a convex shape. It is a great do it yourself project.

DIY Adviser Host

Tom Cissell discusses his do it yourself project experience which qualifies him to give advice and guidance to others.

Copper Plumbing Basics II