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Just a regular guy who has learned a thing or two about home maintenance and repairs through trial and error experience, learning from professionals, and good 'ol CZcams.
Do some DIY and save yourself some money.
"It has come to my attention lately that young people today don't know how to do s&#%." - Randy Marsh
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Do some DIY and save yourself some money.
"It has come to my attention lately that young people today don't know how to do s&#%." - Randy Marsh
#diyhomerepair #homeimprovement #diyprojects #fixityourself #diytips #homemaintenance #handymantips #householdhacks #diyhomeimprovement
June Update - Bioadvanced lawn weed killer & Scotts Weed and Feed
60 days since the first application of Scotts Weed and Feed, and the grass is looking green.. enough. Considering how little I've spent, it's not bad. The Bioadvanced weed killer for lawns has worked fairly well at killing some weeds, but new ones keep popping up.
The next step is to apply my mid-season fertilizer. I'm planning to use some cheap stuff from Walmart that's rich in nitrogen.
Trying to stay below $100 for the season and I'm still just at $56 for the season so far. Hopefully 1 or 2 bags of fertilizer will be all I need until winter.. we'll see!
Amazon links:
Bio Advanced All in One Lawn Weed & Crabgrass Killer: amzn.to/3xS78IA
(as of 4/2024, it's actually $1 cheaper on Amazon than it was at Lowes)
#weedkiller #lawncaretips #gardeningtips #greenthumb #weedcontrol #homegardening
All footage was filmed on my GalaxyS23 Ultra in UHD 60
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The next step is to apply my mid-season fertilizer. I'm planning to use some cheap stuff from Walmart that's rich in nitrogen.
Trying to stay below $100 for the season and I'm still just at $56 for the season so far. Hopefully 1 or 2 bags of fertilizer will be all I need until winter.. we'll see!
Amazon links:
Bio Advanced All in One Lawn Weed & Crabgrass Killer: amzn.to/3xS78IA
(as of 4/2024, it's actually $1 cheaper on Amazon than it was at Lowes)
#weedkiller #lawncaretips #gardeningtips #greenthumb #weedcontrol #homegardening
All footage was filmed on my GalaxyS23 Ultra in UHD 60
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16 Days Update - Bio Advanced All in One with Quinclorac | Clover is making a comeback!
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16 days ago, I sprayed the well-established clover in my lawn (and some dandelions) with the Bio Advanced All in One Lawn Weed & Crabgrass Killer because I saw online that a lot of people had success with one of its main ingredients, quinclorac. Certain patches are dying, yes, but others are starting to make a comeback.. I also did a test on another little patch of clover using Spectricide Weed...
8 days after using Bioadvanced Lawn Weed & Crabgrass Killer (vs Spectricide)
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8 days ago, I sprayed the well-established clover in my lawn (and some dandelions) with the Bio Advanced All in One Lawn Weed & Crabgrass Killer because I saw online that a lot of people had success with one of its main ingredients, quinclorac. I also did a test on another little patch of clover using Spectricide Weed Stop for Lawns. This is the progress after 8 days. Amazon links: Bio Advanced...
Samsung Ice Maker Auto Defrost Setting - How To
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Don't chip away at the ice in your ice maker. Samsung knew they didn't design this ice maker well, so they made it possible to defrost with the tap of a few buttons. This method should work for all similar Samsung refrigerator models with the digital display on front. I have to defrost it about twice a year. It's annoying, but better than going out to buy a new fridge. #samsung #samsungfridge #...
Weed Killer Application for Clover and Dandelions | Comparing 2 selective herbicides for lawns
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Today I applied my first application of weed killer in an attempt to get rid of the clover that is running rampant in my grass and to hopefully kill off any rogue dandelions. I'm still trying to stay under $100 for the season, but we'll see how that works out. My total so far is $56. If this weed killer does its job, then all I'll need to buy is one more big bag of fertilizer to last the rest o...
Fertilizer Update 1 | Trying to stay under $100 | Greener Grass! But still weeds
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This is my first update on my fertilizer plan. So far, I've only used 1 bag of Scott's Weed and Feed ($30). The grass is greener, as you can see, but the clover is BACK. Going to test some post emergent fertilizer and some sprays to see which works best for the price. Check back later for updates; I'll post them as things develop. Also, thanks to all those who have provided some really useful a...
Fertilizer Plan for 2024 pt1 | Trying to stay under $100 for the season
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A breakdown of how "winterizing" went for my lawn, a recap of last season, and my plan for 2024. Every year I learn a little more and save a few more bucks. Scotts Weed and Feed: amzn.to/3vVcj9I (Only Amazon offered the 5000 sq ft bag - my Home Depot only offered 4000 or the really big ones.) Broadcast Spreader I use: amzn.to/3VNU5BB The Fertilizer I plan on using this year: www.walmart.com/ip/...
Baby Girl's Nursery Decor With a Twist
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We have 2 daughters; here is how we decorated their nursery rooms. The youngest got a much more refined design with more mature colors and decorations, while the oldest got something more cute and fun with a tree element. What I really like about the tree is that we worked out a way to involve all our family and friends in the process of making it, and it gives our daughter something to be surp...
DIY Basement Crack Repair Update: Radonseal Still Keeping Moisture Out
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Here's an update on my DIY basement crack repair project using Radonseal. (Not sponsored) This product has effectively kept moisture at bay, ensuring a dry and comfortable basement environment. I briefly go over my experience with the application process, discuss a couple challenges faced, and showcase the results achieved. Whether you're dealing with minor cracks or major waterproofing issues,...
3 in One Garage Door Lube - Before and After
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We had a pretty creaky garage door. Baby's room is right above the garage. She kept waking up every morning when I went to work. This fixed the problem. Only took 1/2 a can too. Let's just hope it lasts. $11 on Amazon as of 8/2022: amzn.to/3oXbciR Reviews there mirror my own, but here you can hear the difference.
How to fix a shade that won't go up anymore (internal strings)
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This is one possible reason why your shade might be "stuck" or unable to go up or down anymore. Note that I did realize a mistake in this video. The end points out what I should have done, but given the tools I had on hand, that method wouldn't have been possible anyway.
Moving Samsung Fridge and Cleaning Cooling Coils
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The trickiest part was getting the fridge to move. Once it rolled straight out, the rest is pretty easy. We built our house and installed the fridge 5 years ago. As you can see, it got pretty dusty in that time. You will need plyers or a monkey wrench, a vacuum and a phillips head screwdriver for this job.
Leveling Crooked Cordless Shades (Easy No Tools Method)
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After a few years of use our blinds started to get pretty crooked. We tried adjusting them from the top, but some of our blinds were really stuck and we didn't want to risk damaging the paint and frame so I figured out a way to level them from the bottom.
Another Crack fixed by Radonseal - DIY Foundation Hairline Crack Repair
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Thinking to let the builder finish your basement? I'd wait to see what settling does to your foundation first. This is my second crack in the foundation of my Ryan home since it was built in 2017. This one was leaking even worse than the first. I fixed the first one using Radonseal a year ago and it has held up since. No moisture coming in whatsoever. So naturally I went with the same brand for...
EGO Mower 3 Year Review (self-propelled)
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One thing I failed to mention is that this is SO light, that you really don't need the self-propelled version if your grade isn't very steep. Lowes usually has a floor version available. Check it out. Push it around before making a decision on self-propelled or not. Price update: 7/2022 You can get this item either at Lowes or Amazon for about the same price these days, but as of today it's abo...
Leaky Dishwasher Intake Valve Easy Fix DIY
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Leaky Dishwasher Intake Valve Easy Fix DIY
Samsung Refrigerator Water Filter Change
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Samsung Refrigerator Water Filter Change
No More Mold! Fleck 5600SXT 64000 Grain Water Softener Digital SXT Whole House System
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No More Mold! Fleck 5600SXT 64000 Grain Water Softener Digital SXT Whole House System
Ryan Home Driveway Deterioration (lawsuit threat worked!)
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Ryan Home Driveway Deterioration (lawsuit threat worked!)
Bradford White Electric Water Heater Temperature Adjustment // Ryan Home
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Bradford White Electric Water Heater Temperature Adjustment // Ryan Home
Ryan Home // Not Enough Hot Water? // Master Bath Soaker Tub
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Ryan Home // Not Enough Hot Water? // Master Bath Soaker Tub
Installing Window Blinds // Ryan Home // Cellular Cordless Light Filtering White
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Installing Window Blinds // Ryan Home // Cellular Cordless Light Filtering White
Basement Ceiling Paint Black // Hand-painted + Wagner sprayer (Learn from me: USE a ROLLER instead!)
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Basement Ceiling Paint Black // Hand-painted Wagner sprayer (Learn from me: USE a ROLLER instead!)
Laundry Room Noise // 2018 Ryan Home // Venice
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Laundry Room Noise // 2018 Ryan Home // Venice
Who at Samsung can I contact to discuss why they chose to make the fridge beep for 30mins?????????!!!!!
I know, right!?
This worked marvelously. Need to do this about every 3 or 4 months.
Unfortunately, it seems that way. I do too..
I had to use the “freezer “ button to toggle through the different modes.
Thanks so much for this video
Cant i just use the ice catcher for to catch the defrosted water?
Ya! Don't see why not, but just make sure it doesn't leak out the ice-shoot
@@realryanhomes6858 Ahh very good point, I think I'll stick with the towel option.
This helped, thanks!!
Thank you for sharing your experience. What ratio do u mix this concentrate with water?
Thank you for your question. I used a tiny bit more than the recommended amount on the container - like a millimeter above the line on the measuring cap. Sorry, but I can't remember exactly the ratio, and I've already given the rest of the bottle to a neighbor so I can't check.
Heat is the worst enemy for compressors keeping the coils clean is some of the best preventative maintenance
Can you still run the FD cycle if the ice maker drawer cannot be removed? Also, does this just defrost the ice maker or does it also defrost the main drawer freezer?
Sorry for the late reply. It only defrosts the ice maker - the temp is maintained everywhere else on the fridge/freezer. If it's completely frozen shut, run it 3-4 times and jiggle ever so often. Eventually it should defrost. Best of luck!
@@realryanhomes6858 All good, it worked great...although it took about four cycles before the beast would release the ice bin, lol
Helpful video. Worst freezer ice maker ever in the history of ice makers!
Agreed
I've been trying this but some of the tech tips don't show pics, I've been stopping one before on the rd and not the FD. No wonder is hasn't been working, saw you hit it one more time and I had to slap my forehead!
Hey, it happens! Glad the video helped.
That’s completely the wrongtool
Good video bro, nice work.
It turns out that my refrigerator was never leveled when it was installed - both the leveling feet were up.
This Samsung video shows you how to adjust the leveling feet: How to level your Samsung refrigerator | Samsung US - czcams.com/video/56WIrCOKoiI/video.html
Thank you - this video is just what I needed. I would have liked to see how you lowered the wheels. I don't remember the refrigerator wheels being mentioned or locked during installation. I have a Samsung Rf220ncta (different model). Perhaps it is different?
Thank you for posting this helpful video
I would use Gordon's Trimec Broadleaf and Crabgrass Killer Concentrate. It kills up to 250 diff weeds. I use this on my grams yrs. I also use Gordon's Speed Zone in my mix. And a pound of Nitrogen dissolved in warm water.
Spike your mix with Nitrogen. It's speed up the intake of the herbicides. And use baby soap as a surfactant. It'll stick to the weeds better!
On my Flexzone refrigerator/freezer the freezer button position is the same but the lighting button is on the bottom left under the freezer button. The button on the right middle is labeled as flexzone. If I follow your instructions and push both freezer and flexzone it can be placed into defrost. Thanks for your video, I couldn’t find how to defrost the ice maker in any of the Samsung documentation!
I don’t have a lighting button.
You might have a different model then. In which case, you probably have a different protocol to defrost..
Try holding Energy saver and fridge that’s normally the other method for other models
@@blanknaruto1127 That did it! Thank you!
Never beeps
You might need to hold it down longer, but maybe your unit is broken?
Try holding Energy saver and fridge that’s normally the other method for other models
i need to fix these blinds in my home but can't find parts/info and the mechanism seems unique. wondering which brand/model did you instal then fix? thanks.
Hi there! Sorry, but I'm not sure of the brand. They were discontinued, but I got them years ago from JCPenny
I have this exact model. I tried multiple times and get through the process...get to FD and beeping lasts for 30 mins or so....and then NOTHING happens. It does not defrost.
If you're really frosted over, it might take a couple cycles. A few years ago, before we knew about the defrost cycle, we decided it was broken and just left it for a year. By the time I figured out the defrost cycle, it was almost a complete block of ice. Couldn't even open the ice drawer. Took about 4 cycles before I could even open it. Since then it usually takes 1-2 cycles to really get everything melted. Of course, it could just be that your ice machine is busted. I'm honestly not a fan of Samsung fridges or washing machines..
You have to do it at least 4 times
Doesn’t work all Samsung vids say to hold different buttons?
Hm, thank you for your comment. Might be that your model is different? I also learned this from a Samsung video. The first time I did it, I held the buttons but the menu didn't pop up. I tried again and held the buttons longer and that worked. Hope you got into your menu.
@@realryanhomes6858 Ok I got it. Hold Power Freeze & Flex Space til lights go off.. then you hit Flex Space repeatedly til you see the Fd cycle up. If you don't see choices cycle up. Then try holding the first two buttons again and then switch to hitting just Flex Space. It should have beeps too when your cycling. Then it has really annoying beeping for 30 mins while defrosting.
Try holding Energy saver and fridge that’s normally the other method for other models
@@blanknaruto1127 Ya i did everything including using a steamer and melting all the ice. Its still not making ice? Water comes out of the water button. But it doesn't seem to be filling the tray or maybe not dumping the tray?
Thanks for explaining the removal of the foam top nozzle opener. Directions are GARBAGE for the most important step.
Glad it helped!
Which fertilizer are u going to use
I'm planning to use one of those "Expert Gardener" brand fertilizers they sell at Walmart - trying to stay cheap and hope it still works well. Probably the 30-0-4 one.
While mine didn’t have the same mechanism, thank you for the confidence to go and find a string to tighten! That blind has been crooked for months! Fixed in minutes.
Hey, glad to provide a little support.
Thanks for this video. My end result looks similar and wasn’t sure if I did everything correctly.
Ya, not pretty over here, but it sure does work. Hope yours has the same results.
Saved me a huge headache, thanks! String was just wrapped around knot. Had no clue sans this vid.
Glad it helped!
Looking forward to the update. It would be great if you can also provide one a month after you think everything is dead -- just to see if anything topkilled but grew back from the root. And to see how the grass is doing.
Thank you for your comment. My goal is to post every 7-12 days to show progress, and will definitely post a month or so after everything is dead too - assuming it actually dies!
This video is the one that solved my issues!!! thank you soooo much for posting this!!!! 😊
Glad it helped! Thank you for the comment.
Same bottom as my fridge, but it will. not. budge. At all. Back to square one...
Ah, sorry to hear that. If your wheels were already touching the gound, it's possible that they may have sunk into your flooring and you will just need to remove pretty much everything from the fridge to lighten it, then rock it out of that impression. It's also possible that the wheels are broken or stuck in place, especially if your fridge hadn't been raised. In which case, from what I've heard in other comments, the only way to remove the fridge is to slide it on some sliders or upsidedown carpet squares. Then tip it back, remove the old wheels and replace them (unless you're ok with just sliding it around). Hope this helps!
Well done in applying and in doing the video. I also drilled a hole where each port was placed( 1/8" ). I ran just a little short of the sealant but it did expand to all ports and out the top of the foundation. I still wonder if I should have used the Epoxy sealant instead of the Poly-sealant, just for the added strength it gives. Prep-work is the hardest part.
Thanks for your comment. Ya, I agree, prepping is the hardest, but I guess it pays off. Too bad you rand out of sealant - should still hold though, right?
Thanks for the post. Very interesting and relevant. Grass is looking very good though. I'll be watching for more info.
Thanks for your comment!
Look up Dr Shaddox. He says all your lawn needs is nitrogen. In particular a 46-0-0 or 34-0-0. Also check your local feed store, they often have 50lbs of fert cheaper than big box stores
Thanks for the comment. Ya, Dr. Shaddox's video is one of the reasons I started to consider going heavy on nitrogen. You're right though, I should look into a local feed store instead of Walmart. I'll have to do some looking around in my area.
Which way do you turn the knob to get the wheels to touch?
To the right, I belive so it screws into the base of the fridge
So... I come to this to see how to move the fridge.you say to lossed the leveling mechanism.. But you didn't show how to do that?🤣
Hey, sorry I didn't really film that part. There are black disk looking feet that twist up and down which should be holding the fridge up so the wheels don't touch the ground. It's a pain, but you have to twist the knobs so they go up into the fridge, lowering it so the wheels make contact with the floor. If your wheels were already making contact, they might just need some pushing and pulling to break free or they could be damaged in which case try getting a furniture slider and sliding it that way. Might scuff the floors though.
Take a look at Jonathan Green lawn care products. They even provide a tutorial on CZcams. Another suggestion for weeds is tenacity, a pre- emergent that's mixed with a surfactant and water. I apply it to my lawn the 1st week in February, and then three weeks later, and I've had no problems with garden variety weeds like crabgrass or dandelions and such. I've been weed free for three years now. ❤
Hey, thanks for the tip. I'll check it out and add it to my plan if the price fits.
heres a thought. Weed and feed doesn't work well. I stopped using it many years ago and people stop on my sidewalk and ask what I use...I use scotts FEED. With weed and feed the lawn needs to be wet to apply etc...etc.. You've probably heard it all. I have a little spray bottle of weed killer and I hit weeds when they pop up. My lawn looked OK. I also dethatched and had it aerated (we are zone 6 and clay/shale). Still didn't look great. So You notice the strip of grass behind your house looks weak and anemic. Do a soil test. I test mine, my son in laws and my dads homes. DEVOID of nutrients. Literally in spring it reads 0-0-0. You are putting down 28-0-3 (I do too in spring one bag) But theres no phosphorous and almost no potassium ?? maybe you live in an area that has phos and pot ?? point is my lawn did not do well until I added a 10-10-10 type garden fert throughout the year. THEN it rebounded, got thicker and the grass grew better roots. I admit I also usually in March add in some compost as a top dressing with a little seed kind of a 'top dressing' in any areas not up to par. Its free, out township makes it we get it free. Compost of course has some nutrients. Not trying to tell you what works. All yards are different, but I'll bet a store bought $8 soild test kit would be enlightening. For reference. I use one bag $32 of Scotts FEED, a $9 concetrate bottle of weed spray that lasts years I buy 10-10-10 from a discount store and its usually $20-23. I also add in a 8 lb bag of chicken manure fert I think 5-5-5 because I use it in my veg garden as well. By my calc about $80. You may want to add some in fall, thats cool add another $20 for fall and ur at $100 NPK....phosphorous is for root growth, Potassium for overall plant 'well being'. Lots of people in developments lack nutrients. All of 'em not just Nitrogen
Hey man, that's a great breakdown. I'm in Ohio - fairly new build (6 years old now) on what used to be a farm. The soil here is pretty much devoid of nutrients from the crops sucking all that up over years. I'll definitely look into the 10-10-10 too if the heavy nitrogen fertilizer isn't doing enough. The weed spot-check is something I've been hearing a lot about since I posted this. Glad to hear a bottle can last so long. I'll be adding that to the plan too. Thanks for the great post and advice. Much appreciated.
Great tip! Thank you
The weed and feed has pre Emergent, you'll need to add that early early spring and fall. I use lesco 007 granules and 4 weeks later prodiamine that I put in my backpack sprayer. 2 different products for better weed prevention. I also spray some weedstop for Lawns once or twice a year and or image that I spot spray.
I've never looked into Lesco 007 or Prodiamine before. Just did some research on them though. The Prodiamine looks pretty cost effective for the long-term with at about $100/bottle, but it looks like a bottle could last me maybe 2 years. Still, that's $50 extra per year, and I'm trying my best to keep the total cost under $100 for now. Great reviews though, so I'll keep it on the list if I do need to go over budget in the future. The Lesco one looks more affordable at about $45 from Lowes for a bag that would last me for about 3 applications. I already added the preemergent from the Weed and Feed for this spring, so I'm going to hold off on this for now, but I'll probably pick up a bag and test it out later in the year if I notice a lot of weeds creeping in. Although, these 2 products look like they're more for crabgrass. My weed problem is usually just clover, so I'm still on the lookout for something that could get rid of that. Thanks for the advice though!
Long term this isn't a good strategy. You will have more compaction and more acidic soil as well as broadcasting too much herbicide. I suggest you incorporate some slow release nitrogen with organic matter. Sta green from Lowe's has a natural fertilizer that is slow release and includes kelp and gypsum. Milorganite is also a good option if you find it at the right price.
I did use Sta green a few years ago when my lawn was first established. Their stuff worked pretty well actually. I'll look into the price. Slow release sounds logical too. I'll look into the one from Walmart this year because it seems plenty of people have posted good results from it, but I'm going to put Sta green on my calendar to use for next year so I can compare the two. I appreciate the advice.
@@realryanhomes6858 The kelp and gypsm in the sta green is just marketing. If you want to incorporate those elements into your lawn, thats fine, but doing it with a granule fert is like tossing coins down a wishing well. The walmart fert *is* slow release and if the commenter above took 2 seconds to read the label he would have known that. What you said early on about dethatching and aerating is correct, and your fert plan is solid. Just remeber to water in whatever you apply to the lawn, and don't apply when your soil is wet. But you probably knew all that.
Ah, good to know. Ya, I'm planning on sticking to this plan for now - cheap and seems to work for others, but I'm open to advice. Haven't had a chance to read the label very closely yet because I haven't been to the store to grab a bag, but good to know that the Walmart brand is slow release too. Thanks for the advice.
You seem like your interested in getting your lawn right. Scotts is ok, but there's better stuff out there to use. Your on the rt track .good job.
Hey thanks. I've done labor work for landscape companies in the past, but they only ever bought in bulk from special distributors. Still trying to figure out the best bang for my buck at home. Any brand recommendations are appreciated.
Good video
Watching your video has saved me time money and a lot of hassle. I had a knot at the top but wouldn’t have worked it out without your video. Thank you very very much. God bless you.
Hey, glad it helped!
excellent from,Fix My Blinds and Shades
This is my third video whilst my blinds hang literally in the balance. The first one didnt help the second one seems to have broken peoples blinds even fuether and here is the third video so i really hope i can fix these blinds 😂
Hey, hope the third time's the charm!
It's not mold. That pink stuff is iron (rust) oxidizing
Hey, thanks for your comment. Seems pretty logical now that you meantion it. In retrospect, it could have just been because this house was a new build and all the flushing of the system that came with installing the water softener is what did the trick. Or maybe the system is actually catching and flushing it? Either way, no more pink stuff (iron), and we're enjoying the soft water.
THANK YOU! Saved my shade, my money and my sanity!
P.S. i used a metal BBQ skewer with a "hook" on the end!