Brother v.s. Brother "Weekend Warrior"

So you want to tackle a "weekend" project at home?

Well, episode 2 of Bro vs Bro doesn't disappoint.  I'll warn you though, unless you have a lot of help, tackle only one of the projects you saw on the episode.  

This is one project you can definitely tackle over a weekend.  There is some minor plumbing involved, if you feel up to it, for the vanity. Otherwise, you can hire a professional for very little on this small renovation. 

Ok, here's some insider info on this episode. Some people asked me why I didn't change the existing tile in the bathroom. Well, keep in mind we only had 48hrs (actually in TV time it was more like 30 hrs).  I would have preferred to change the tile in the shower but if I had removed it, I would've had to redo all the sheet rock and waterproof the shower basin. Given the limited timeline and budget, I opted not to tackle the entire shower.  Instead, I prepped the shower floor and bench and layed mosaic tile instead.  Now, if you have the extra time but don't want to demolish the entire bathroom, you can  also have the shower glazed for a few hundred dollars depending on the size of the shower.

Keep in mind you can see these and many more pictures of all episodes and video recaps at  

http://www.hgtv.com/brother-vs-brother/show/index.html

Finally, it had to happen eventually.  Someone from Team Drew had to go. Unfortunately for Oliver, he was the first casualty. He did an amazing job while he was there. A great teammate and competitor. Don't let his departure fool you.  He would be an asset to any design team or project.  Ollie, you'll be missed. Tune in to see how this week's episode pans out. Jonathan and Drew decide one contestant from each team will go. I'm trying my hardest. Will I survive another week? Talk soon...

Brother V.S. Brother Episode 1 first post.

So none of us really know what to expect!

Yes we've seen reality shows before, but what if you're on a new show??? You really have little to no clue what they want you to do. You think you're ready...but are you?

Day one of this competition is much like you're first day of high school.   You're walking into an unknown environment and everyone is sizing you up as enter "the arena".  You know it's kill or be killed for $50K and the title of America's top renovation expert. Well it's actually not that hostile. Put a bunch of designers, architects, welders and a Greek Drama..(J.K. Francis is a television gem) in a room together and everyone is hugs and kisses amazed at their incredible luck of making it on the show. 

All kidding aside, as you've seen, everyone is fiercely competitive and so far, it's making for a great series. Here are a few inside scoops.

Here Christy and I are frantically helping with demolition of the existing 10 layers of Peal & Stick on the bathroom floor. Fair warning, always wear gloves when demo-ing bathroom floors! Lots of nasty wet stuff.

Here's a fun tip. If you ever find yourself in a reality design competition and you're running out of time and accessories to stage with,  just find a yard of fabric and stick it in an IKEA frame. Suddenly, instant wall art.

Anyway I'm still trying to get the hang of this blogging stuff. As you can see i'm behind on getting this first one out there. Let me know what you want to hear about and I'll dish it up, if I can.  Good news is I'll put 2 entries out this week.