No More Open Kitchens + Fab 5 Freddy’s Harlem Brownstone + Fence Building 101
6/2/202650 min
Open floor plans promised connection and convenience, but more homeowners are starting to want their walls back. Architect Alexander Dahlgren-Jawad explains why separate rooms may actually make homes more functional, private, and comfortable. Then, hip hop pioneer Fab 5 Freddy takes us inside his historic Harlem brownstone filled with jazz history, original woodwork, and stories from the Harlem Renaissance. Plus, fence expert Brian King shares the biggest mistakes homeowners make when installing a fence.
In This Episode You’ll Learn:
* What to do when old shower tile starts failing and how to safely handle concerns about silica dust.
* How to investigate a mysterious basement ceiling water stain after a harsh winter.
* Why windows in a manufactured home may shift out of plumb after being moved and how to fix them.
* Whether broken pull-chain ceiling lights and fans can be repaired without replacing the entire fixture.
All of this, plus we’re answering your home improvement questions at 877-This Old House Radio Hour! — That’s (877) 864-7460.
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