Welcome to How to Handyma'am! This week, we are consulting Shakespeare for our home repairs and asking the ultimate DIY question: To fix, or not to fix? But first, we kick things off with a sweet dedication to Arly's grandma, the "OG Handyma'am," and spill the tea on the products we are absolutely loving right now.

From navigating the tragedy of dragging a refrigerator across your sheet vinyl floor, to deciding whether you should repair a hollow-core door or just buy a new one, we are giving you the ultimate cost-benefit analysis on common home damage.

Episode Timestamps:

• 0:00 - Welcome back! A dedication to Grandma Arlene.

• 3:55 - Product Reviews! We are fangirling over RTA Wholesalers out of Carson, California.

• 9:30 - Our review of Gorilla Glue Two-Part Epoxy (and why you shouldn't set construction adhesive on fire).

• 11:20 - Go-to bonding primer: Valspar Signature.

• 13:00 - The Main Event: To Fix or Not To Fix?

• 15:00 - Ripped linoleum/sheet vinyl floors.

• 21:50 - Punching a hole in a hollow core door.

• 26:00 - Sputtering sinks and cleaning your faucet aerator.

• 28:40 - Broken window panes (Single pane vs. Double pane).

• 31:20 - Broken PVC plumbing pipes.

• 34:30 - Splintered door jambs.

Products Mentioned in this Episode:

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• RTA Wholesalers: https://rtawholesalers.com

• Gorilla Glue Two-Part Epoxy: https://shoplowes.me/4lqUmoM

• Valspar Signature: https://shoplowes.me/4bi1C1K

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Welcome back to another Side Quest! This week, we are answering three of your most pressing DIY questions from the community. If you have a question you want us to tackle on a future Side Quest, you can now submit it directly on our new website: howtohandymaam.com!

In this episode, we answer:

• Amanda's Question: How hard is it to take down old living room paneling, and what do I have to do to the walls underneath? We share the mid-century "plaster board" warning you need to hear before you start prying!

• Julie's Question: My painted shed door is so swollen it won't shut. How do I fix it? We break down how to trim a swollen door, and why painting the bottom edge is the secret to preventing it from happening again.

• Maureen's Question: A plumber just replaced my tub faucet, but there is no caulk around it where it meets the tile. Should there be? We settle the debate on whether you need 100% silicone or just a squeeze tube.

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Welcome back to How to Handymaam! 🛠️ This week, we are introducing a brand new segment called "Three Minutes of Chaos" before diving into a highly practical checklist for securing your home. Whether you live alone or just want some extra peace of mind, we are breaking down the easiest, most effective security upgrades you can tackle this weekend.

In this episode, we cover:

• Three Minutes of Chaos: Arly rants about period products, Emily gets excited for spring and the Lansing Home & Garden Show, and Samantha talks about her favorite heavy-duty outdoor builds.

• Listener Question: Marybeth asks how to paint baseboards without ruining her wood floors. We explain why painter's tape is actually a terrible idea for old hardwood, and share the "plastic sleeve" trick instead.

• Practical Home Security Checklist: * Doors: Why you need to swap out your tiny latch plate screws for 3-inch screws immediately, and how to reinforce your deadbolts.

  • Windows & Sliders: The simple "dowel in the track" trick for sliding doors, and using privacy window film to keep out prying eyes without losing natural light.

  • Tech & Tools: Integrating motion-sensor floodlights, basic cameras, and exactly what tools you need to get the job done (plus how to borrow them if you don't have a drill!).

• Big Announcements: Come see us at the Lansing Home & Garden Show, and get ready for our upcoming weekend intensive workshops in June, August, and October!

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