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Home Improvement Myths: Bathroom Drywall, Oversized AC, Closing Vents and Bleach on Mold
Home improvement myths busted: drywall behind bathroom tile, oversized AC, closing vents in empty rooms, bleach on mold and new-home inspections.
Hour two of our myth-busting show, and this time we went after construction, HVAC and insulation myths, the ones that can cost you real money.
First up: water-resistant drywall behind bathroom tile. It's like wearing a water-resistant jacket in a downpour. You'll stay dry for a little while, and then you're soaked. Behind tile, it's just not the right material.
On the HVAC side, bigger is not better. An oversized AC unit short-cycles, which means…
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