Jul 19
While our awesome 1970′s door was still in good shape and energy efficient in its day, its now leaking air at the corners and we want to replace it with a door that lets more light in.
The house has shifted in 30 years making the new install not as straight forward as we would have liked. This is really not a how to video I am not sure if we should have flashed under the door, the book I have didn’t say to however I have seen a few things that make me think we should have, we were having camera problems and were under time constraints to get the door in before dark, but you should get the general idea.
We had the help of our good friend Gonzo, his excellent carpentry skills and level headed approach made him the voice of reason.
Duration : 0:2:46
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Jul 12
Host Kevin OConnor and master carpenter Norm Abram open the show with a quick visit to the locals alternative to Bourbon Street the neighborhood jazz clubs of Frenchmen Street, where the New Orleans music scene is still alive and well. At the project in Holy Cross, homeowner Rashida Ferdinand has some surprising news her old contractor couldnt complete the job, so shes hiring someone new, while filling in herself to bridge the gap between builders. On her brief watch, shes managed to obtain her rough inspections, so spray Foam Insulation gets underway in the new addition. For progress on the French doors, Norm visits carpenter Matt Thompson to see his renovated house and shop in Bywater, and also how hes milling our historically accurate doors out of Spanish cedar. At Musicians Village, founder Branford Marsalis gives Norm a look at the plans for the music education and performance center that will be built in honor of his father, Ellis Marsalis.
Duration : 0:23:21
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Jul 5
In with the new, watch as we install the new energy star door.
Duration : 0:5:29
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