Repcolite Home Improvement Show

By: Newsradio WOOD 1300 and 106.9 FM (WOOD-AM)
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  • Every week on the RepcoLite Home Improvement Show we interview a variety of experts from the West Michigan area and beyond! If you heard one of our guests and would like to get in touch to ask further questions, we've got everything you need in the table below.
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Episodes
  • Tackling Driveway Weeds and Q&A with Designer Andy Yates

    Tackling Driveway Weeds and Q&A with Designer Andy Yates
    Jul 27 2024
    In this episode of the RepcoLite Home Improvement Show, sponsored by Benjamin Moore, Dan introduces the 'Paint Point' segment, discussing common painting issues and practical tips to avoid them. The main topic focuses on the 'George Job' of the week: effectively removing and preventing weeds in driveway cracks, featuring a step-by-step guide and recommendations for sealing the gaps. The episode also includes a Q&A session with interior designer Andy Yates, answering listener questions on paint colors, living room flooring choices, and countertop materials.00:00 Welcome and Show Introduction00:48 Introducing 'The Paint Point' Segment01:12 The Dog Story: Fern's Antics05:47 Lessons from Painting Mishaps11:44 Q&A with Designer Andy Yates19:21 Navigating Social Awkwardness19:50 Carpet vs. Hardwood: The Living Room Debate21:02 The Great Bathroom Carpet Controversy24:14 Choosing the Right Countertop Material28:17 Introducing George Jobs29:02 The Ultimate Driveway Weed Removal Guide36:00 Sealing the Cracks for a Permanent Solution38:48 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts
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    39 mins
  • Summer Projects and Home Improvement Q&A: From Deck Cleaning to Flooring Choices

    Summer Projects and Home Improvement Q&A: From Deck Cleaning to Flooring Choices
    Jul 20 2024
    In this episode of the RepcoLite Home Improvement Show, sponsored by Benjamin Moore, Dan delves into a variety of home improvement topics. He references last week's show and talks about how George Washington's letters during the Revolutionary War may have helped Washington make better, more confident battlefield decisions during the war. Dan explains how this inspired him to start recommending small, manageable tasks, he's calling 'George jobs.' The first 'George job' tackled is cleaning a dirty deck using Benjamin Moore's 'Clean' product. The episode also features a Q&A session with experts from Village Custom Interiors, addressing listener questions about flooring options for rental properties, the impact of carpets on allergies, suitable flooring for three-season porches, and the feasibility of DIY vinyl plank installation for retired individuals. The experts also discuss the latest trends in carpet styles, notably patterned Berber and cut and loop carpets. The episode wraps up with a reminder about the ongoing sale on Benjamin Moore's Regal Select paint.00:00 Introduction and Summer Fun01:50 Upcoming Show Topics02:24 Reflecting on George Washington's Letters03:27 Overwhelmed by Home Projects08:00 Introducing George Jobs10:40 First George Job: Deck Cleaning18:50 Flooring Questions with Village Custom Interiors21:59 Discussing Least Favorite Flooring Installations22:27 Best Flooring for Rental Units24:49 Carpets and Allergies: Pros and Cons27:51 Flooring Options for Three-Season Porches32:30 Can Retirees Install Vinyl Plank Flooring?36:39 Newest Trends in Carpet37:38 Conclusion and Contact Information
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    39 mins
  • Spider Solutions and Superhero Paints (and Their Butlers)

    Spider Solutions and Superhero Paints (and Their Butlers)
    Jul 13 2024
    In this episode of the RepcoLite Home Improvement Show, Dan talks about how home improvement projects may have helped win the Revolutionary War. From there, he is joined by David Popp from Rose Pest Solutions addresses a spider infestation. Later, Kevin Hermann from Benjamin Moore talks about an unsung hero in the paint world and then Hailey joins joins the discussion to delve into the 'Unexpected Red Theory,' a design concept that suggests adding a touch of red to any space enhances its overall aesthetic.00:00 Introduction and Show Overview00:58 George Washington's Home Improvement Strategy02:21 Psychological Insights from Home Projects05:00 Dealing with a Spider Infestation07:01 Professional Pest Control Solutions18:56 Superheroes and Their Butlers21:04 Introducing Regal Select: The Unsung Hero22:00 Regal Select: Features and Benefits22:41 RepcoLite's Regal Select Sale23:47 The Unexpected Red Theory26:59 Scientific Basis of the Red Theory35:34 Practical Applications of the Red Theory38:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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    39 mins
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