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  1. M

    Automatic Drawer Problems

    I hear ya. Probably designed so people (kids) don't slam the drawers shut. Kinda like what they have on car doors and trunks. Except the didn't anticipate the kids banging so hard on the drawers they end up dislodging the little pistons! oh well.... :beer:
  2. M

    Automatic Drawer Problems

    Thanks - was able to get the drawer out (little release clips on the bottom of the drawer). Once out, I could see one of the pins became dislodged. Put everything back in proper place and it is working like a charm. Thanks for the post.
  3. M

    Automatic Drawer Problems

    Good morning all - does anyone have any experience with fixing these new automatic drawers that are showing up on kitchen and bath cabinets? I installed a Bertch vanity in my bathroom last year with a drawer at the bottom that would close automatically if you closed it within about 3 inches...
  4. M

    Kohler single knob bath faucet repair

    Trying to fix a leaky Kohler single knob bath faucet. Took everything apart and replaced the four o-rings I found but still hear water running sounds and little bit of water coming from the spout. Is anyone familiar with this type of repair? Appreciate any feedback. Thanks,
  5. M

    Leaking Shower Arm

    Hi all - installing a new hand held shower head. I'm getting a leak where the shower arm extension screws into the water line that is inside the wall. I've done the following: 1) Used thread lock 2) Used thread lock with thread tape 3) Used a different thread lock I've tightened it as...
  6. M

    Poor Trim Situation

    Thanks Handyguys: actually ended up spackling; sanding; and repainting. Probably overkill but it did turn out okay. Don't know if I'd ever get good enough to paint without tape. :o Thanks again.
  7. M

    Poor Trim Situation

    Hi - just finished painting remodeled bathroom. Went to pull tape off of the ceiling and got some areas where the new paint pulled away from the wall. Happened in about five areas - largest one is about 4 inches long and about 1/2 inch down the wall. Can I just sand out these areas and then...
  8. M

    AC Pipe Condensation

    Hello - hopefully this is a quick question for all you A/C experts. Just had a new A/C unit installed (Goodman 3.5 Ton 14 SEER) and noticed what looks like a lot of condensation on the outside pipes coming from the condenser. Doesn't look like it is leaking; but there is puddling underneath...
  9. M

    Bathroom Exhaust Ventilation

    Thanks for the quick response Glenn. I appreciate it. And thanks for saving me some work! Mike
  10. M

    Bathroom Exhaust Ventilation

    Hi All - I am in the process of putting in a new bathroom ventilation fan and I have a question about insulating the ductwork. I snaked some semi-flexible duct through an adjacent attic and out the roof. The total length is around 7 or 8 feet. Was wondering if it is necessary to insulate...
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