Don't Knock Out That Wall

06/05/2022

Some before and now pics of the shower. The whole reason we started this project in the first place! The fancy lights and doors are just icing on the cake 🤠👨‍🔧🔨🪚🛀🚿

06/03/2022

I did not, I repeat, DID NOT knock out this wall. I only borrowed this stud for another project.

05/31/2022

Pocket door merit badge acquired!

10/15/2021

New Episode! Say you wanna build a house. Well, we have some advice for you. And tune in next time for Part 2!
https://youtu.be/uK_WGcKpWlQ

Brandon and Matt are discussing house building this episode. Brandon has been through the process, and Matt would like to do the same one day. Perhaps it w...

09/28/2021

Don't Claymore Your Kitchen!
https://youtu.be/qAlg73utYyk

Time to sit down and tune in to your favorite podcast. Whenever it is you are able to enjoy this episode, make sure it's before you start demolishing your k...

09/14/2021

New Episode! It may take longer to watch this video even if you take into account Hofstadter's Law, but please enjoy anyway!

https://youtu.be/9qQrFB2_WS0

08/17/2021

Worried about your next DIY putting you in jail? Well you should be! Check out this week's episode to find out how to stay out of "the big house."

https://youtu.be/fqEybgMambI
https://dontknockoutthatwall.libsyn.com/episode-22-everythings-a-problem

08/03/2021

Episode 21! Shout-outs to Ashly Pickle, Vickie Eaton, Brad Curry, and everyone else that has supported Matt's efforts to nail a bunch of boards together.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0vhNj8Kg8I

In this episode, Matt shows us some online tools for designing your next project. Also, Brandon shares his love for excel, and his undying hatred for all th...

07/20/2021

New! Ep 20
https://youtu.be/74MzUR-7Ju0

Today, we start with a clip form "Canada's Worst Handyman"; a snip that inspired Matt to preserve the integrity of his walls and all walls around the world. ...

07/06/2021

New Episode! IN PERSON for the 1st Time! Join us as we view and discuss some failures in home construction. And see Brandon's back yard! (audio version coming soon)
https://youtu.be/mJoRrZjJhb4

Join us two vaccinated gentlemen as we view in person some new construction failures and discuss our feelings.

06/15/2021

Today we talk about some of the stuff we worked on as kids, both voluntarily and the opposite.

Today, the guys talk about what sorts of projects they were involved in as children and reveal their lifelong passion and skill for building and creating.  Brandon didn't like to go to Home Depot as much as he does now, though.  Also, they delve into the complicated history of Man vs. Dire...

06/04/2021

Really, really like this guy, and I thought the fellow DIYers and Home Owners might like the info:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fUSVl0GZckU

We all know the cost of wood is through the roof, but when is it going back down again? Today I'm sharing some fresh insider baseball on the price of lumber,...

06/01/2021

https://www.encharter.com/checklist-prep-home-vacation/

06/01/2021

https://www.thegoldhive.com/blog/2018/12/5/25-things-to-do-at-home-before-leaving-for-vacation

06/01/2021

Take a listen for sure folks, especially if y'all be goin on vacation. And, you don't need a decoder ring for this one, unless you're a cat burglar.

The coded message in the title is for those who are planning to leave for a long trip.  What do you do to prepare your residence for your absence?  Brandon and Matt will tell you all about it!

05/25/2021

Part 2 in our first 2-Parter in a series of several parters about home improvement and DIY!

This part two of our first guest episode, and Matt has more to share with all of you.  I hope listening is as enjoyable as it was to record it, because what a fantastic first guest.  With his wealth of knowledge, we'll be sure to have him back.

05/19/2021

Our very first episode ever with a guest!

Our first ever episode with an actual guest that wasn't asleep when we called them.  This is what happens when you plan ahead! Join us as Matt Morey talks about his life as a DIYer and the journey that has brought him to the Home Inspection business.  WARNING:  Some information contai...

05/11/2021

Tools of the trade, Required Equipment, DIY Implements, Proper Instruments, Checklist for your next Food-N-Stuff trip.

As with any art form, you need the instruments of the craft.  Do you have the right tools to do the job?  Brandon and Matt discuss their list of must-haves for any tool box, separated into manual and power categories.  And side note, how many of you have New Kids On The Block playing....

05/04/2021

Yo, we'll tell you what he hates, what he really, really hates!

There are difficulties in life we must face, and sometimes those difficulties include slope of piping and retrofitting fixtures in your shower.  All these and more make up one of the more difficult areas to tackle for all us DIYers.  How have your experiences been? Let us know at .  

04/28/2021

https://twitter.com/DKOTWall

The latest Tweets from Don't Knock Out That Wall! (): "More and more places to listen to your favoirte podcast! https://t.co/pVd5TMtI33"

04/27/2021

Plant yourself in your chair and have a listen!

This week, Brandon and Matt dig into landscaping topics.  What's good for trees?  Where does garlic come from?  Do you require a shrubbery?  Can weeds ever really die? These and other questions are answered.  Should you have any that the guys don't get to, be sure to email t...

04/20/2021

Fill your time with this episode about one of the most important fillers of all!

Want to seal off your corners from unwanted moisture in your bathroom?  How about seal some of those cracks between the baseboards and the wall to create more continuity in the design?  If you said yes to either of these, Brandon and Matt have the episode for you.  Come join us for so...

04/15/2021

Started from the bottom
Now we have floors

The guys are talking about different kinds of flooring.  They're interested to know what your favorite is.  Brandon's is luxury vinyl, and Matt's is NOT LINOLEUM!  Either way, you can make your floors look professional with less hassle than you used to.  That's helpful, right? &n...

04/09/2021

Show available on iHeartRadio!

If you gotta DIY, we'd like to help. Join hosts Brandon and Matt as they share their experiences and give expert (sounding) advice. But if there's one thing they'd like you to remember, it's DON'T KNOCK OUT THAT WALL!

04/09/2021

Now available on TuneIn if you're interested!

If you gotta DIY, we'd like to help. Join hosts Brandon and Matt as they share their experiences and give expert (sounding) advice. But if there's one thing they'd like you to remember, it's DON'T KNOCK OUT THAT WALL!

04/06/2021

You could be due for an update on some crucial appliances in your home. Have a listen, and find out if you need to start planning for some replacements.

You need to know how long a life your major appliances and structural parts of your house are going to last.  That's the subject the guys touch on in this episode.  It's important to know the what the life cycles of the crucial elements of your home are so you'll be prepared for when your....

04/06/2021

Upcoming episode about appliance life. Here's a cheat sheet we found:

https://www.familyhandyman.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/lifespans.jpg