Ask This Old House (2002)
S08E12 Concealing Retaining Walls; Quieting PVC Plumbing Vents
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Season 8
Episode 12
Episode Overview
Landscaping expert Roger Cook assists two homeowners in enhancing the look of a dull concrete retaining wall by adding wooden lattice and climbing vines. Following this, Roger joins plumbing and heating specialist Richard Trethewey, general contractor Tom Silva, and host Kevin O'Connor to tackle the question, “What is it?” Later, Tom demonstrates to Kevin the correct way to flash a newly installed window in the loft. Meanwhile, Richard steps in to help a homeowner reduce the noise from a PVC plumbing vent in her attic.
Show Information
Season 8 Episodes 26
1.
Campfire Pit; Installing Range Hood & Microwave Oven
2.
Home Intercom System; Energy-Efficient Fireplace
3.
Outdoor Living Space; Installing Fiber Cement Siding
4.
Aluminum Gutters; Energy-Efficient Washer & Dryer
5.
Sliding Glass Door Installation
6.
Container Gardening; Installing Rooftop Antennas
7.
Weather Stripping; Energy-Efficiency Tips & Analysis
8.
Basic Picnic Table; Installing a Utility Sink
9.
Organic Lawn Care; Re-Routing a Bathroom Fan
10.
Stone Veneer Installation; Retrofitting HVAC Ducts
11.
Laminate Kitchen Countertops; Installing Steel Edging
12.
Concealing Retaining Walls; Quieting PVC Plumbing Vents
13.
Broken Water Softener; Preventing Deer Damage in Gardens
14.
Mantel and Hearth; Rejuvenating Baseboard Radiator
15.
Bathroom Installations; Comparing Wall Insulation
16.
Conserving Rainwater; Removing an Interior Wall
17.
Ductless Air Conditioning; Eliminating Ceiling Leaks
18.
Crown Molding; Replacing Rotting Fence Posts
19.
Protective Furniture Finish; Winterizing Outdoor Gardens
20.
Remodeling Kitchen Area; Improving Drainage in Planters
21.
Energy-Efficient Water Heaters; Propane-Fueled Mosquito Traps
22.
Reviving a Damaged Lawn; Unclogging Kitchen Sink Drains
23.
Using String Trimmers; Stripping Dangerous Lead Paint
24.
Attracting Different Bird Species; Dual-flush Toilet Valves
25.
Repairing Newel Posts; Cutting Rigid Pipes
26.
Replacing an Outdoor Faucet; Sharpening Lawn Mower Blades
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