Episodios

  • Getting Control of Sound | Hour 1

    Getting Control of Sound | Hour 1
    Jun 22 2025
    Dean Sharp kicks off a brand-new show all about getting control of sound in your home. From air-sealing and decoupling techniques to insulation and sound masking, Dean breaks down practical strategies to manage noise and improve your home’s acoustic environment. He explores how noise isn’t just a nuisance—it can actually impact your health—and why thoughtful design makes all the difference. Whether you live in the city or the countryside, your soundscape matters.
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    34 m
  • Getting Control of Sound | Hour 2

    Getting Control of Sound | Hour 2
    Jun 22 2025
    Dean dives deeper into soundproofing strategies in the home — from understanding the nature of sound as energy, to tips on how to break its travel paths using insulation, air-sealing, and decoupling techniques. He explains the difference between soundproofing and sound absorption, and how to think about windows, walls, and even flooring when it comes to controlling noise. Dean also breaks down the importance of layered defense and shares practical steps for reducing the impact of noise pollution on your home’s comfort and your mental health.
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    37 m
  • Getting Control of Sound | Hour 3

    Getting Control of Sound | Hour 3
    Jun 22 2025
    In Hour 3, Dean continues breaking down the science of soundproofing and how to create a more peaceful living space. He explains the concept of decoupling walls to interrupt the transfer of sound energy, and how techniques like resilient channels, staggered studs, and floating walls can dramatically reduce noise. Dean also walks through the roles of damping and absorption — from mass-loaded vinyl to acoustic panels — and discusses when it's worth investing in high-end materials versus simple insulation. Whether it’s footsteps from upstairs or traffic noise outside, Dean offers strategic solutions to restore calm and quiet at home.
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    32 m
  • All Calls Saturday! | Hour 1

    All Calls Saturday! | Hour 1
    Jun 21 2025
    It’s All Calls Weekend! Dean lets listeners take the reins in this open-format hour. He kicks things off with wife Tina and the team before diving into listener questions—from boosting your home’s water pressure with a pressure regulator or booster pump, to natural weed-killing remedies using vinegar and sunlight. Plus, Dean shares smart sequencing tips for a successful kitchen remodel. Whether you're tackling weeds or hardwood floors, Dean's got practical advice to make home life easier!
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    26 m
  • All Calls Saturday! | Hour 2

    All Calls Saturday! | Hour 2
    Jun 21 2025
    It’s another listener-driven hour on All Calls Weekend! Dean shares his candid thoughts on home improvement TV shows, including why he steers clear of most—except for the BBC’s Grand Designs, which he praises as the gold standard. Plus, callers get expert guidance on spotting load-bearing walls and navigating unique issues like managing a water well on reservation land.
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    33 m
  • Sort, Inventory, Purge and Store | Hour 1

    Sort, Inventory, Purge and Store | Hour 1
    Jun 15 2025
    Dean gets into to organizing your space and how to sort, inventory and store the things you really need. Dean addresses a caller's question about how to test different colors of paint in a space instead of testing samples on a wall.
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    32 m
  • Sort, Inventory, Purge and Store | Hour 2

    Sort, Inventory, Purge and Store | Hour 2
    Jun 15 2025
    Dean gets into to organizing your space and how to sort, inventory and store the things you really need. Dean answers a listener question about a painter who used a sprayer to paint but then threw the residue down the toilet and how to combat the residue that was left.
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    35 m
  • Sort, Inventory, Purge and Store | Hour 3

    Sort, Inventory, Purge and Store | Hour 3
    Jun 15 2025
    Dean continued his discussion on organizing your home and how to sort, inventory and store the things you really need.
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    35 m