Discussion Forum
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Buying a used generator
In the market for a used generator - approx. 5KW. Will see light to medium use. What is the best method to "test" a used generator?
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Holcam shower doors – alternatives?
Really like Holcam shower doors, in particular, I like the Eurolite enclosures. However, spendy is the word. For a neo angle shower, I was quoted $2700+. Any alternatives, any other…
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Alternative labels for Dymo label makers
I have a Dymo Rhino Pro 5000 label maker. My employer (electrician) has a Thomas and Betts label maker that is identical. His labels have the "T and B" logo…
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Electrician’s label maker – follow-up
Following up on last week's thread on a label maker for electrical work. Really liked the Dymo brand Rhino 5000 w/hard case. Seemed like the best overall deal, included 2…
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Electrician’s label maker – suggestions?
I am specialty contractor and apprentice electrician. In the market for a good quality label maker for wire/cable (heat shrink style) and self-adhesive style labels for breaker panels, cover plates,…
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paint “depth” technique?
Painting a finished room - textured sheetrock: To achieve "depth" in the finished product, the room is first primered (PVA or similar) followed by several/multiple layers of stain and, or…
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Wiring a motor-driven “movie” screen
A local federal agency "surplused" a 12' X 12' motorized "movie" screen to a local non-profit. I called it a "movie" screen, but same type as used for slide shows…
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Residential STEAM Showers – bad idea?
Remodeling a homeowner's master bedroom and they really like the idea of a residential steam shower in an adjacent master bath. This is an electric unit (220V/ 1PH). Mounted outside…
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Floor tile removal options – air chisel?
Looking at a tile job where the existing 12 x 12 inch tile need replaced (surface color wore off, tile manufacturer is replacing tile and paying for installation). Existing tile…
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Dishwasher drains and airgaps
What is the proper way to plumb a dishwasher's drain line? And what is the role of the airgap? Is it essential is all situations? My current vision: connect dishwasher…