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Are you tired of television shows that glance over the details of home improvement projects and are of no use in the real world? Then the new Askthebuilder.com DVD Library Series is for you.

Master Carpenter Tim Carter shows you everything you need to know in easy-to-follow video segments that will walk you through the ins and outs of your job. Put the DVD in your computer and you’ll find additional information to make your job go smoothly…like printable tool lists, material worksheets, and money saving advice.

We’ve got a number of titles in the works including installing a wood deck, shower pan liner installation and building a back yard shed and we’d like to hear from you with suggestions on upcoming titles.

INSULATION
This DVD includes step-by-step in depth instructions on installing most types of insulation.Aalong with soffit vents and vapor barriers. Installing Insulation also includes detailed information so that you’ll know what type of insulation is right for your home.Click here to find out more and order your copy.

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CROWN MOLDING
We’re pleased to announce our first title, “Crown Molding”. This comprehensive DVD gives you complete instructions on installing crown molding, with information on preparation and finishing, cutting crown molding, and nailing tips. You won’t find a DVD like this anywhere else. Click here to find out more and order your copy.

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SHOWER PAN LINER
A shower pan liner is the key to keeping the water in your tile shower project off of the sub floor and moving toward the drain. It’s a pretty easy job, but only IF you know how to do it right. This DVD includes step-by-step detailed instructions on installing a liner, types of membranes, and how to handle the drain assemble. It also includes tools and materials list, tricks of the trade and more. Click here for more information and to order a copy.

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CEMENT MUD FLOOR
After you’ve followed all of Tim’s Tips and installed your shower pan liner, the next step to insure a leak-proof foundation for the tile in your new shower is correctly installing a cement mud floor. This DVD shows you every thing you need to know to install a cement mud floor the right way – and keep your sanity in the process. Click here for details about ordering your copy.

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