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In this audio episode of The Handyguys Podcast, Paul continues his discussion about his leaky hot water heater and Brian reveals what material he chose for his deck project.
Temperature and Pressure T&P Valves and Expansion tanks
Water heaters all have Temperature and Pressure (T&P) valves, many also have expansion tanks. When a T&P valve leaks, there is a good chance that the expansion tank has failed. Paul presents a simple method for checking your expansion tank to prevent future water leakage. Your expansion tank may not need to be replaced, just recharged. Paul tells us how he recharged his in the podcast.
Ipe Decking
Brian discusses why he chose Ipe for his deck material, including costs and installation considerations. Ipe is a premium, natural, renewable deck material that is harvested mostly in Brazil and other tropical regions of South America. If you decide to go with Ipe make sure it is responsibly harvested (FSC Certified). Ipe can last, by some reports, 40 years without treatment and 100 years with some maintenance. It is fire resistant, rot resistant, termite resistant and mold resistant! Listen to the podcast for discussion about why Brian chose it.
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Really guys?? Thomas Crapper invented the toilet?? I really expected better from you. Why don’t you do a little research instead of continuing to spread urban legends? http://www.snopes.com/business/names/crapper.asp
Mike – Thanks for setting us straight! Brian was commenting on an Associated Press article
http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/E/EU_BRITAIN_ROYAL_WEDDING_HOTEL?SITE=COBOU&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT
That says
Oh well, I guess you cant trust the AP!
Oh, but a bit more digging may reveal the source of the mis-conception. Here is a picture of the same model toilet that is in the suite!
