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Home In Progress
Welcome to Home in Progress—the weekly show from RepcoLite Paints where we dig into the projects and little fixes that make home life better. Paint colors, design tricks, flooring, plumbing, yard work—you name it. If it happens at home, we’ll talk about it. Think of it as helpful advice with a sense of humor, always leaving you with something useful and a smile.
Episodes
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Episode 245: Organization Skills for the New Year, Making Your Home a Space YOU Love, and Drop Cloths!
SEGMENTS 1 and 2: Organizational Skills for the New Year Many of us aren't as organized as we'd like to be. It's a goal, sure, but getting there isn't always…
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Episode 244: Smart Garage Door Opener, Veltman Painting on Kitchen Cabinets, and the Old Farmer's Almanac
SEGMENT 1: Chamberlain Garage Door System Thinking about a smart garage door system? Here's an inexpensive way to give it a try! SEGMENTS 2 and 3: Veltman…
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Episode 243.5: The Episode on Failure Revisited
Because it's New Year's Day, we decided to run one of our favorite episodes from the past. Here's our episode on Failure! SEGMENT 1: Backing out of Color…
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Episode 243: The 1st Annual Christmas Special
For the first time, we're running a full-blown Christmas special! Merry Christmas, everyone! SEGMENT 1: Family Traditions SEGMENTS 2 and 3: Christmas…
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Episode 242: Mel Trotter Ministries, Last Minute Gifts, Christmas Contest Finale
SEGMENTS 1 and 2: Mel Trotter Ministries In this segment we're on the phone with Beth Fisher and Regina Dix from Mel Trotter Ministries in Grand Rapids…
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Episode 241: Flushing the Water Heater, Miracle Dryer Balls, Wood Staining Tips, Christmas Contest Hints
SEGMENT 1: To Flush or Not to Flush? Flushing the hot water heater is a common recommendation when you peruse DIY forums. However . . . there are a couple…
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Episode 240: Hot Water Heater Fiasco, Quick Holiday Transformations, the Perfect Tree, and Our 2021 Christmas Contest!
SEGMENT 1: The Hot Water Heater Fiasco Hot water heaters don't last forever! And when they go . . . well, they really can go! Dan's 10 year old hot water…
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Episode 239: Surfactant Leaching, Home Repair Services of Grand Rapids
SEGMENT 1: Surfactant Leaching Surfactant leaching is a somewhat common issue in newly painted bathrooms with high humidity. It can look TERRIBLE on your walls…
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Episode 238: The Wishbone's Strange History, Holiday Survival Guide, Brilliant Gift Recommendations
SEGMENT 1: The Wishbone's Strange History We all know the Thanksgiving tradition of two people pulling apart the wishbone to see who gets the wish . . . but do…
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Episode 237: Holiday Cleaning Tips, Winter Prep with Ayers Basement Systems, Paint and Stain Touch-up Tips
SEGMENT 1: Holiday Cleaning Tips The Holidays are closing in and those of us who are hosting Thanksgiving and Christmas parties are starting to pull our homes…
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Episode 236: Paint Hack Attack, Color of the Year, Tablescapes Made Easy, Avoiding Scams
SEGMENT 1: Paint Hack Attack Life hacks are all over the internet! And many of them are just terrible ideas . . . . One "paint hack from the pros" that we ran…
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Episode 235: The Best Leaf Tarp, 10 Minutes with your Refrigerator, Hailey's Monumental Bathroom Re-do
Segment 1: The Best Leaf Tarp When you have a lot of leaves to deal with in the fall, you get creative! You look for new solutions everywhere. Well, I stumbled…
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Episode 234: Fall Prep, Spontaneous Combustion, Time Capsules, Why Painters Wear White
SEGMENT 1: SEGMENT 2: SEGMENT 3: SEGMENT 4:
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Episode 233: Failure--Backing Out and Pressing On
This episode, we explore the concept of failure. So often we fear it and do everything to avoid it . . . but it's part of life! And it's part of every great…
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Episode 232: Instagram Contest Update, Supporting the Arts in Grand Rapids with Lions and Rabbits, Drill Bits 101, the History of Trim
SEGMENT 1: Instagram Contest SEGMENT 2: Supporting the Arts in Grand Rapids with Lions and Rabbits SEGMENT 3: Drill Bits 101 SEGMENT 4: The History of Trim
Home In ProgressEpisode 231: Escape Rooms, Unusual Trim Colors, Steam Cleaning, Removing Wallpaper
SEGMENT 1: Escape Rooms Out of the Box Games and Toys is a gem of West Michigan! They have an AMAZING selection of unique games and toys. The Zeeland location…
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Episode 230: Art Appreciation 101, Dealing with Grubs, Fall Painting Do's and Don'ts
Segments 1 & 2: Art Appreciation 101 ArtPrize is back for it’s 10th year! We discuss the process of viewing art and ways to create a better connection with…
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Episode 229: Composting 101, Fireplace Brick Paint Job, Refrigerator Makeover
Due to a bit of a crazy week, we ended up handpicking some of our favorite segments from the past! SEGMENTS 1 and 2: Composting 101 Fall is on the way and it's…
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Episode 228: Arctic Tern Project, Home Renovation Loans, the Solo Stove
Segments 1 and 2: The Arctic Tern Project We speak with James Van't Slot about a major DIY project he undertook a number of years back: building a sailboat!…
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Episode 227: Episode 227: Safety First, Dealing with Paint Shortages, Home Buying Hope, the Order of Decorating
SEGMENT 1: Safety First Dan rips his pants...and to put it all behind him we recount a few stories that might help you slow down. We are all guilty of rushing…
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Episode 226: Unfinished Business, Painting Vinyl Floors, Touch-up Science, Stud Finders
CLICK HERE FOR THIS EPISODE'S SHOW NOTES SEGMENT 1: Unfinished Business We have made some promises over the year and we haven’t forgotten! Learn weather that…
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Episode 225: Rotting Lunchbox Story, Fireplace Makeover, Window Treatment Bloopers
CLICK HERE FOR THIS EPISODE'S SHOW NOTES SEGMENT 1: Rotting Lunchbox Story I am sure now is the time we are going through school supplies, backpacks and lunch…
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Episode 224: Why are Barns Red?, Cramped Bathroom Makeover, Drywall Anchors, and Furniture Shopping 101
SEGMENT 1: Why are Barns Red? The red barn is an icon of rural America. But why red? We've got the answers... SEGMENT 2: Cramped Bathroom Makeover Interior…
Home In ProgressEpisode 223: Decluttering, the Mud Nook, Kitchen Cleaner Review, Painting Foundations
CLICK HERE TO VISIT OUR FULL SHOWNOTES PAGE Segment 1: Decluttering We all have cluttered spaces in our home. And yes, sometimes, we've spent a good number of…
Home In ProgressEpisode 222: Color Consultations, Deck Transformations, and Pictures We Forget to Take
Segment 1: Color Consultations We often mention that we have color consultants in our stores that are ready to help. However, some people may be left wondering…
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Episode 221: Refrigerator Makeovers, The Ups and Downs and Window Treatments, and Home Foundation Concerns
Segment 1: Refrigerator Paint Job We received a question from a listener wondering if it was possible to paint his refrigerator. Actually, it's a relatively…
Home In ProgressEpisode 220: Nagging Laundry Room Projects, 8 Key Design Elements for Kitchens, Budget-Friendly Ways to Update Your Kitchen
Segment 1: Nagging Laundry Room Projects We talk about these things often, but that's because they're important AND easy to forget about! So today we cover a…
Home In ProgressEpisode 219: The "Old Glory" Story, Flag Etiquette, Styling Shelves the Easy Way, and Finding a Contractor
Segment 1: The "Old Glory" Story Dan recounts the dramatic tale of how the flag won the nickname "Old Glory". Segment 2: Flag Etiquette There are rules when it…
Home In ProgressEpisode 218: Recycling the Right Way, Common Questions, and Beautiful Lawns All Summer Long
Segment 1: Recycling the Right Way Are you a contaminator or are you shutting down recycling plants?? There are big stakes when it comes to what we put in our…
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Episode 217: A Father’s Day Story, Ladder History, The Best Tape, Saving Your Carpet
Segment 1: Happy Fathers Day! Dan recounts some of his favorite childhood memories of his Dad and the lessons that come along with them. Segment 2: The…
Home In ProgressEpisode 216: Easy Inspiration in a Snap, EGO Battery-Powered Tools, Repelling Mosquitoes, Fixing Those Fences
SEGMENT 1: COLOR CAPTURE Last week we talked about finding color inspiration in unexpected places. Now we highlight a tool that can turn your inspirational…
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Episode 215: Finding Color Inspiration, Egress Windows, Fixing Those Fences!
Segment 1 -- Welsummer Hailey launches the new Instagram Color Palette for June and discusses the inspiration behind it: a previous customer who chose her…
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Episode 214: Memorial Day, Vinyl Siding Maintenance, and Spalling Concrete
SEGMENT 1: Memorial Day Dan flies solo and shares stories of families with fallen heroes. As we enjoy the festivities this weekend, let’s take pause to…
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Episode 213: To Paint or Not to Paint
Segment 1: Tick Explosion Tick populations are exploding in Michigan! Warmer winters and bird migration have contributed to a rise in the tick population in…
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Episode 212: Black Gold
On this episode: Composting is a great way to cut down on the amount of trash filling your garbage can . . . . We talk about the how-to's and even jump into a…
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Episode 211: The World in Blue and White
On this episode: We speak with Michaela from Michaela Noelle Designs about her latest project. White's white, right? Nope! We discuss undertones in paint…
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Episode 210: An Unlikely Hero
On this episode: Tulips are a big deal here in Holland, Michigan, but do you know where they came from originally? Or that they were eaten during WWII? Or that…
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Episode 209: Wainscoting . . . the Gateway Project
On this episode: When it comes to DIY skills . . . we all have to start somewhere! Installing wainscoting is a popular weekend project. Is it right for you?…
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Episode 208: A Little Ghosting Problem...
On this episode: Digging in the dirt actually does reduce stress! We interview Jason Slenk from Overisel Lumber regarding some of the different types of wood…
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Episode 207: Breaking the Rules with Libraries and Rugs
On this episode: Creating a Personal Library Using Area Rugs to Define a Space with Johnson Carpet One Another Gem in West Michigan: Heritage Architectural…
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Episode 206: Recharge, Refresh, and Relax!
On this episode: Introducing RepcoLite's April Color Palette: Recharge Keeping our Basements Dry with Ayers Basement Systems Which Deck Product is Right for…
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Episode 205: From "Woe" to "Woah!"
On this episode: Avoiding pitfalls when choosing colors for your next paint project The great power washer debate: Gas or Electric? Seller's Paradise: what do…
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Episode 204: Thank Goodness for Multimeters, Floor Paint, and Tuberculosis?
On this episode: Multimeters are a Must Have! Painted Floor Encore Matching Stain and Expectations Thank You Tuberculosis?
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Episode 203: Floor Painting Fever
On this episode: Want your next paint project to go smoothly? Don't forget to take these steps! What's the current state of the Real Estate market in West…
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Episode 202: Dutch Doors and Decoupage
On this Episode: A Weekend of Wallpaper Meeting Mac Flook Dutch Doors: Practical and Pretty
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Episode 201: Wallpaper: The Next Generation
Also on this Episode: Getting our sump pumps ready for Spring Why it's worth hiring a professional sometimes Finding a painting contractor Wallpaper: SO much…
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Episode 200: Let's "Feng Shui" It Up!
Also on this episode: Finding the Right Humidifier Dealing With Ice Dams on the Roof
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Episode 199: Choosing Colors for a North Facing Room
Also on this episode: Pet Safe Ice Melt Scuff-X: Miracle Paint Maintaining the Correct Tire Pressure
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Episode 198: Winter Fun, Indoors and Out!
On this episode, we talk about a couple of local gems: The Muskegon Winter Sports Complex and Wally's Treasures Antique Mall! We also discuss VOCs in paint.
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Episode 197: From Hex Signs to Barn Quilts
Also on this episode: Electronic Door Locks
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Episode 195: The Closet Purge
Also on this episode: Paint Spraying Safety The History of Closets Project Time Budgeting Tips
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Episode 194: Painting a Basement Ceiling
Also on this episode: Welding (yes, you can do it!) The Firedisc Cooker (and why you want one)
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Episode 193: Tips for Painting in the Winter
Also on this episode: Simple Battery Test Reducing Window Condensation Woodworking Mistakes
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Episode 192: Creating Warmth for Outdoor Gatherings
Also on this episode: Dan's 30-Year Library Table Refinishing Project Finding the Right Gray
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Episode 191: A New Perspective on "It's a Wonderful Life"
Also on this episode: Must-Have Paint Tools The BEST Paints You May Not Have Heard About
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Episode 190: Benjamin Moore's Color Trends 2021
Also in this episode: How the Charlie Brown Christmas Special Ended the Aluminum Tree Industry Home Theater on a Budget!
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Episode 189: A-List Christmas Gift Ideas!
Also on this episode: Jeff Rietveld from Out of the Box Games, Toys, and Puzzles serves up the best games to gift this Christmas!
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Episode 188: Christmas Decorating Ideas
Also on this episode: Defending Your Tulip Bulbs from Squirrels The Great Christmas Contest Giveaway of 2020
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Episode 187: Storing Your Vehicle For The Winter? Don't Forget To Do This!
Also: Making a wax-free friction polish, the perfect bathroom ceiling paint, and some ways to stay connected this Christmas!
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Episode 186: Clearing Up the Confusion About Clear Coats
On this episode, we talk about a simple way to hang Christmas lights that makes taking them down CRAZY EASY! We also answer a question from our website about…