The RepcoLite Home Improvement Show Dan Hansen & Hailey Johnson
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RepcoLite's weekly radio show focusing on color, design, paint, and projects . . . as well as plumbing, roofing, yard care, flooring and more. If it makes your house a better place to be, we're talking about it on air!
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The Junk Hauling Experts; Hat Banding on Your Paint Project; How to Get Great Results When Sampling Colors
This episode of the RepcoLite Home Improvement Show starts with a STELLAR experience Dan had with the junk hauling franchise, 1-800-GotJunk.
From there they talk about a common paint problem--hat banding or picture framing--and how to prevent it.
Finally, they highlight a color sample sale from Benjamin Moore, offering advice on selecting and testing paint colors effectively.
CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction
02:35 Spring Cleaning with a Junk Removal Service: A Personal Tale
06:11 The Hilarious Junk Removal Experience and Its Aftermath
15:51 What is Hat Banding in Painting Projects?
18:03 Understanding and Preventing Hat Banding
25:15 Color Sampling Sale and Best Practices for Great Results
27:46 Navigating Color Choices: From Selection to Application
39:09 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up -
Fence Etiquette; Why Should I Use Drywall Primer?; The Value of Color Consultations for Business, Realtors, and More
On this episode, Dan and Hailey delve into a big discussion regarding fences. Fences can make good neighbors . . . but they can also stress out some relationships! Dan and Hailey have the answers to help you navigate a fence conversation with your neighbors. Maybe you're going to install a fence . . . maybe they have and you're concerned about how it looks. None of that is easy ground to cover . . . but there are some tips to help.
Additionally, they talk about the benefits of using drywall primer and the importance of utilizing color consultations for homeowners, businesses, contractors, and realtors. They discuss the impact of color on brand perception for businesses, how color can enhance curb appeal for realtors or individuals selling their home, and the efficiency color consultations can bring to painting contractors.
00:00 Introduction and Show Overview
01:05 Fence Etiquette: The Do's and Don'ts
03:09 Fence Etiquette: Dealing with Neighbors
06:06 Fence Etiquette: Style and Neighborhood Compatibility
10:19 Fence Etiquette: Property Lines and Disputes
15:15 Fence Etiquette: Painting and Staining Dilemmas
18:40 The Importance of Drywall Primer
19:53 Finger Skateboarding: A Curious Trend
20:22 Welcome to the Replica Light Home Improvement Show
20:26 The Importance of Priming Drywall
21:02 The Benefits of Priming: A Detailed Discussion
21:38 The Art of Painting: Techniques and Challenges
22:36 The Economics of Priming: Saving Money with the Right Approach
26:27 The Contest Announcement: Win a Color Consultation
26:54 The Value of Color Consultations for Businesses, Realtors, and Contractors
35:45 Color Consultation Tips for Homeowners
37:47 The Big Contest: How to Enter and Win
38:40 Wrapping Up: Subscribe, Review, and Join Us Again -
Dealing with House Centipedes; The Festool ETS-125 Sander; Why You NEED a Color Consultation
In this episode of the RepcoLite Home Improvement Show, sponsored by Benjamin Moore, Dan and Hailey discuss a week filled with unexpected pest encounters, including ticks, spiders, and an incident with a house centipede. They provide insights on the benefits house centipedes offer by eating other undesirable bugs, though they also share the heart-attack-inducing fact that female centipedes can live up to three to five years and produce a vast number of offspring. Practical advice is given on how to manage household pests by eliminating food sources and sealing up the home.
Additionally, they discuss the Festool ETS 125 sander and make a case for why you might need one!
Finally, they focus on the concept of color consultations, explaining who can benefit from this service, what it entails, and how to enter a contest to win a personal consultation with Hailey.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back
00:25 Launching a Contest and Discussing Festool Sanders
00:34 Bugs, Ticks, and Spiders: A Week in Review
02:06 The Unexpected Benefits of House Centipedes
03:24 How to Get Rid of House Centipedes
05:21 Introducing Festool Sanders
06:43 Why Festool Sanders are Worth the Investment
11:59 Who Should Consider Buying Festool Sanders
14:06 The Benefits of Festool Sanders for Hobbyists and Professionals
18:04 Unbiased Reviews and High Prices
18:22 Demo Models and Customer Feedback
18:40 Exciting Contest Announcement
19:01 The Value of Color Consultations
19:28 The Contest Details and Benefits
20:32 The Role of a Color Consultant
23:02 The Pitfalls of Asking Family for Color Advice
24:21 The Expertise of a Color Consultant
26:14 The Importance of Sampling Colors
30:52 The Follow-up and Final Recommendations
31:22 How to Enter the Contest
38:47 Wrapping Up and Contest Reminder -
Buying Vacant Land: Does Your Land PERC? And Other Considerations
On Today's EpisodeDan flies solo and talks about painting aluminum siding. Later, he's joined by realtors, Sue Prins and Ginger Herman who discuss crucial elements to consider when buying vacant land. Furthermore, they also shed light on the current state of the housing market and predictions for the coming months.
The show wraps up with Kevin Hermann, from Benjamin Moore. Kevin's a long-time guest and today he discusses his favorite Benjamin Moore and RepcoLite Products.
Can I Paint Aluminum Siding? [00:00 - 07:19]In this segment, Dan talks about a question he's received from some friends who just bought a new house with an absolutely HIDEOUS color on their aluminum siding. They want to know--of course--if they can paint it! Dan confirms that not only is it possible to paint aluminum siding using regular, non-specialty paints, but he also believes that the endeavor is worth undertaking if the current color of the siding significantly bothers the homeowner.
Buying Vacant Land with Sue Prins and Ginger Herman [07:19 - 19:00]The conversation features Ginger Herman and Sue Prins from the Sue Prins Group Five-Star Real Estate Leaders, discussing the key considerations in buying vacant land. The discussion covers the importance of understanding a buyer's purpose for acquiring the land, whether it be for farming, house construction, or simply storage. They underscore the role of a knowledgeable realtor in identifying challenges such as availability of water, sewer, and the need for local authority permissions based on intended land use. They further delve into essential factors like the need for a PERC test to ensure the land is suitable for septic system installation. They additionally highlight a realtor's role in facilitating a buyer's understanding of other critical elements such as zoning restrictions, mineral rights, flood plains, and the possibility of land splitting. The conversation ends with a plan to discuss financial considerations and the current state of the real estate market in the next segment.
The State of the Real Estate Market [19:00 - 29:59]Dan continues his discussion with Ginger Herman and Sue Prins from Sue Prins Group, focusing on procedures for getting a loan for vacant land purchases, and programs for landowners looking to build within five years. The interview also provides information on special loans for hunting properties and farmland. The demand for vacant land in certain areas can lead to bidding wars, just like for houses.
The conversation then delves into the state of the regular real estate market. The market has sped up with an increase in multiple offers situation, although not as many as before. More home inspections are being conducted more frequently. Housing inventory has started to slowly increase becoming a seller's market. Also, mortgage interest rates are slowly but surely coming down.
Favorite Paints & Why That Should Matter to You! [29:59 - 39:26]In this segment, Dan chats with Kevin Hermann from Benjamin Moore about Kevin's three favorite Benjamin Moore products, highlighting their superior quality, durability and versatility. The products are Regal Select, Scuff-X, and Regal Select Exterior. He also reveals his favorite RepcoLite products, praising Zip Prime and #65 Exterior Primer. Besides product discussion, they also touch on the implications and changes brought about by new OTC-2 regulations affecting the paint industry. -
The Air Purifier Revisited; Drill Driver 101; Designing with The Wrong Shoe; When You Should Use a Solvent-Thinned Product
This week, Dan and Hailey revisit the Kenmore Air Purifier that Hailey swears is a little miracle machine. Well, Dan bought one. What is his experience with it?
They also run a quick Drill Driver/Impact Driver 101 class, making sure you know when and where to use one or the other.
From there, the discussion focuses on the 'Wrong Shoe Theory'--an interesting trend in which intentionally mismatching elements can make fashion and home design more eye-catching and personal.
Finally, the show wraps up with a discussion of the pros and cons of traditional solvent-thinned coatings.
00:01 Introduction
01:35 Hailey's Air Purifier Experience
04:25 Drill and Driver Functions Explained
11:10 Impact Drivers vs Drill Drivers
18:43 How the Wrong Footwear Can Influence Interior Design
19:28 The Wrong Shoe Theory in Fashion
20:59 Applying the Wrong Shoe Theory to Interior Design
21:44 Personalizing Your Space with the Wrong Shoe Theory
22:25 Layering Different Time Periods in Design
24:13 Experimenting with the Wrong Shoe Theory
25:25 The Pros and Cons of Solvent-Thinned Coatings
38:05 Wrapping Up and Social Media Engagement -
Goodbye Water Stains; Designing with Complimentary Color Schemes; and the Kenmore PM2010 Air Purifier
On Today's EpisodeThis week Dan and Hailey talk about one of the big Problem Solvers in the paint world: stain blocking primers. You may not know about them . . . but they can save you from a lot of frustration!
They also discuss the benefits and practical ways to implement Complimentary Color Schemes in your home design to achieve a dynamic, harmonious look. They offer advice on how to avoid common pitfalls and keep the design subtle yet impactful, ensuring it fits well with the rest of your home.
Finally, they focus on Hailey's recent experience with her newly purchased Kenmore air purifier, its benefits for indoor air quality, and its impact on allergies.
A Stain Blocking Primer That Works! [00:00 - 06:56]Dan and Hailey talk about RepcoLite's Zip Prime, a stain-blocking primer that's ideal for addressing smoke damage, water stains, or tannin stains in wood. They also address the changes in Michigan VOC regulations and explain why Zip Prime is one of the only options out there for people who want an old-fashioned, traditional stain-blocker that works everytime.
Keys to Great Design: Complimentary Color Schemes [06:57 - 33:53]In these segments, Hailey dissects the concept of color schemes as a part of color theory and describes how these can affect the atmosphere of a room. She gives detailed advice on how to make color choices less daunting, with a focus on using complementary colors. Examples from the color wheel are presented to better understand how these combinations work. The advantages of using color schemes, particularly complementary ones, are highlighted. Visual fatigue, room dynamics, space definition, and color harmony with adjoining rooms are among the important aspects discussed.
Hailey uses her personal experience and professional expertise to give practical tips on successfully incorporating these schemes into home design, emphasizing the importance of color saturation, determining the main and accent colors, and considering the appearance of the entire house. In addition to discussion, visual aids for these color schemes are promised to be shared on the show's social media platforms. Dan's just here for looks.
Clearing the Air with the Kenmore PM2010 [33:53 - 39:22]In this segment, Dan and Hailey discuss the importance of indoor air quality and the use of air purifiers. Hailey shares her positive experience with her Kenmore PM2010 air purifier which she uses to combat dust, mold, pet dander, and cooking fumes that can contribute to allergies. She explains that, with the purifier at work, she has noticed a significant improvement in the air quality in her home.
CHAPTERS
00:01 Introduction and Apology to Tessa
02:41 Introduction to Today's Topics
03:22 Discussion on Zip Prime
06:56 Introduction to Color Theory
11:56 The Benefits of Complementary Color Schemes
19:24 The Art of Using Opposite Colors
20:38 Understanding Saturation and Its Role in Color Selection
21:32 How to Desaturate Colors for Better Design
25:45 Choosing the Star and Supporting Characters in Your Color Scheme
26:23 Applying Complementary Color Schemes in Your Home
33:55 The Importance of Indoor Air Quality
34:10 The Benefits of an Air Purifier