In this episode of Home in Progress, sponsored by RepcoLite Paints and Benjamin Moore, host Dan Hansen tackles projects both practical and inspiring. First, he breaks down affordable and effective DIY methods for removing stubborn tree stumps and roots—covering hands-on techniques, chemical options, and safety tips. Then, he answers a listener’s question about calculating paint for a metal building when there’s no running water on site. Finally, the show shifts gears to explore the life and legacy of William Morris, the visionary behind the Arts and Crafts Movement, and how his ideas on beauty, honesty in materials, and dignity in craft continue to shape the way we design and decorate our homes today. Resources Mentioned William Morris Wallpaper Production Episode Breakdown 00:00 – Introduction and show overview 00:28 – Why tree stumps are such a problem 01:49 – Hands-on DIY methods for stump removal 08:33 – Chemical and alternative removal options 12:00 – Answering listener emails 12:51 – How to prep and paint a metal building without water on site 18:08 – Who was William Morris? 18:36 – His early life and influences 21:53 – Founding Morris & Co. 23:33 – Five ways William Morris changed design 23:41 – 1. Rebellion against fakery 27:59 – 2. Design as morality 30:39 – 3. Transforming wallpaper 33:51 – 4. Making beauty accessible 36:58 – 5. Sparking a movement 38:53 – Morris’s lasting legacy 39:34 – Closing remarks
