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Repcolite Home Improvement Show

Repcolite Home Improvement Show

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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.Copyright Newsradio WOOD 1300 and 106.9 FM (WOOD-AM) Arte
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  • Where to Caulk Before Painting + Laundry Room Layout Fixes + Paint Colors for Colorblind Homes

    Where to Caulk Before Painting + Laundry Room Layout Fixes + Paint Colors for Colorblind Homes
    Feb 21 2026
    In this episode of Home in Progress, Dan Hansen tackles three practical home topics that can quietly make or break your projects.First: Caulking before painting.Fresh paint exposes every gap your house has developed over time. Dan explains exactly where to caulk (baseboards, trim-to-wall joints, crown molding lines, built-ins, chair rail edges) — and where not to caulk (nail holes, drywall cracks, miter joints, floating cabinet panels). Using the wrong product in the wrong place can cause failure later. He also shares a tip on faster paint-ready caulks for projects on a tight timeline.Next: Laundry room flow upgrades.Dan continues his laundry efficiency series by focusing on two key zones: the processing zone (wash/dry) and the folding zone. He explains why vertical storage prevents bottlenecks, why detergents should usually stay in their original containers, and how to create a folding station that doesn’t interfere with servicing your machines. Smart layout beats pretty décor every time.Finally: Choosing paint colors for someone who is colorblind.Dan clears up myths about colorblindness (it’s rarely black-and-white vision) and explains how value, contrast, texture, and lighting matter more than hue. He offers practical design strategies and real-world examples to help homeowners make confident color decisions that work for everyone in the house.Resources Mentioned:
    1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zNnCafjjgBw

    Episode Timeline:00:00 Welcome + What’s Coming Up (Colorblind Paint Picks & Laundry Room Upgrades)01:13 Why Caulking Matters Before You Paint02:33 Where to Caulk: Baseboards, Casings, Crown & Built-Ins04:22 Where NOT to Caulk: Nail Holes, Miters & Drywall Cracks06:21 Cabinet Door Trap: Floating Panels vs MDF (When Caulk Fails)07:39 Quick Sponsor Tip: Fast-Paint Caulk Deal (Tower Sealants Accelerator)08:19 Laundry Rooms Part 2: Processing Zone & Workflow Setup10:17 Use Vertical Space: Shelves, Hooks, Pegboard Above Machines11:45 Detergent Storage Reality Check: Don’t Decant (Safety, Instructions, Effectiveness)16:21 If You Must Decant: Do It Safely + Extra Storage Hacks (Doors, Carts, Tension Rods)19:18 Laundry Room Flow: Clear Counters & Create a Folding Zone21:59 Why Folding Elsewhere Breaks the System (Dining Table, Living Room, Dogs)24:49 DIY Folding Stations: Countertops for Front-Loaders & Hinged Options for Top-Loaders26:50 Don’t Build It In: Modular Counters, Machine Access & Water Hookups27:48 Air-Dry Solutions: Racks, Retractable Lines & Space-Saving Ideas29:23 Sponsor Break + Listener Question: Choosing Paint Colors for Colorblindness30:29 Colorblindness 101: Myths, Types, and How Common It Really Is34:37 Designing for Color Vision Deficiency: Value, Contrast, Texture, Lighting38:13 Real-World Example + Wrap-Up: Smarter Color Choices and Final Sign-Off
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    40 m
  • Laundry Room Organization Ideas That Actually Work (Plus How to Paint Rusty Metal Furniture)

    Laundry Room Organization Ideas That Actually Work (Plus How to Paint Rusty Metal Furniture)
    Feb 14 2026
    In this episode of Home in Progress, sponsored by RepcoLite Paints and Benjamin Moore, Dan Hansen kicks things off with a sincere thank-you to listeners and a reminder that the show is always available as a podcast—perfect for catching up anytime.Then comes the embarrassing voicemail fiasco.What starts as a cringe-worthy personal story quickly turns into a surprisingly helpful lesson about home improvement: slow down, think things through, and don’t let small mistakes snowball into bigger problems. Dan breaks down how missteps—whether in communication or remodeling—can derail projects, and how a little preparation can save time, money, and frustration.From there, the episode tackles a common household pain point: the laundry room. Why does it become chaotic so easily? Dan explores how workflow design, sorting systems, and simple layout adjustments can dramatically improve efficiency. Whether you’re managing laundry for one person or a busy household, he shares practical strategies to prevent bottlenecks and keep the process moving.You’ll also hear advice on restoring rusty outdoor metal furniture—what to scrape, what to prime, and how to protect it properly—plus a lighthearted round of Valentine’s Day trivia to wrap things up.Practical. Relatable. A little embarrassing. And packed with usable advice.Episode Breakdown00:00 Welcome & Show Introduction 00:46 Listener Questions & What’s Ahead 01:31 The Voicemail Disaster 04:34 Lessons Learned: Avoiding Project Pitfalls 06:11 Staying on Track with Home Improvements 13:49 How to Paint & Protect Rusty Metal Furniture 18:27 Why Laundry Rooms Become Chaotic 23:08 Designing an Efficient Laundry Workflow 27:50 Sorting Systems That Actually Work 33:45 Smart Laundry Room Organization Tips 37:06 Valentine’s Day Trivia
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    39 m
  • Decluttering Sentimental Items and Choosing the Right Paint for Every Room

    Decluttering Sentimental Items and Choosing the Right Paint for Every Room
    Feb 7 2026
    In this episode of Home in Progress, sponsored by RepcoLite Paints and Benjamin Moore, Dan Hansen opens with a lighthearted (and slightly embarrassing) personal story that sets the tone for a thoughtful, practical conversation about our homes—and the stuff we fill them with.The episode then moves into a deeper look at memory management: how to deal with boxes of kids’ artwork, baby clothes, photos, and other sentimental items without letting them quietly take over your house. Dan shares realistic, guilt-free strategies for deciding what to keep, what to let go, and how to preserve memories without drowning in clutter.From there, the focus shifts to Paint 101, breaking down how different paint products are designed for different jobs—and why understanding the “superpower” of each paint can make projects easier, faster, and better looking. Dan also tackles common frustrations people have when learning paint techniques, reminding listeners that confidence comes with understanding, not perfection.The episode wraps up with a Winter Wood Shop segment featuring the card scraper—a simple but powerful tool for wood finishing that often gets overlooked. Dan explains what it does, why it works, and how to use it properly.Blending humor, practical advice, and expert insight, this episode encourages listeners to take control of their spaces—both emotionally and physically—one manageable project at a time.Episode Timeline
    1. 00:00 – Introduction & an embarrassing moment in church
    2. 05:32 – Memory Management: why “stuff” becomes overwhelming
    3. 06:09 – Paint 101: understanding what paint is actually designed to do
    4. 06:42 – Winter Wood Shop: the underrated power of the card scraper
    5. 18:41 – Choosing the right paint for every room
    6. 19:12 – Personal paint advice and real-world lessons
    7. 19:57 – Why learning paint techniques feels harder than it should
    8. 21:43 – Paint finishes explained—and why they matter
    9. 23:29 – Why paint quality makes a real difference
    10. 25:33 – Matching paint products to real-life rooms
    11. 31:08 – Organizing kids’ artwork and memorabilia
    12. 35:20 – Dealing with sentimental items without guilt
    13. 38:46 – The challenge: start organizing today
    14. 39:35 – Final thoughts and wrap-up
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    40 m
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