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BTU Output Calculation for old radiators
Probably my dumb, but searching this great site for what I assume is a simple calculation is proving challenging. Lots of help on the net to tell me how to…
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Awesome joke someone sent me today – 5 Year old’s first job
5 year old's first job Here's a truly heartwarming story about the bond formed between a little 5-year-old girl and some construction workers that will make you believe That we all can make a…
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Painting cellular vinyl PVC trim boards??
I have just about finished building a porch using "Royal Trim Boards" - 100% cellular vinyl PVC in many spots. In a few spots, I expect to add wooden moldings…
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Electrical issue – half the power ?
Just arrived at my summer place on Cape Cod after 10 hours on the road to discover that ~half the lights work and the other half seem like they've been…
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Rotten Sill !
Help ! I'm Restoring an 1890 home in Ontario, and upon peeling the ugly aluminum siding someone put on in the 60s (?) discovered some beautiful workmanship underneath, but also…
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copper basksplash + electrical outlets ?
Some advice would be welcome Am using a sheet of copper as a backsplash and cutting openings for the electrical boxes (already installed). Electrical is 4 separate 20 amp circuits…
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Sealoflex vs EPDM vs Hydrostop
As some will know, building a 10x32 porch with a deck surface over top. Upper deck will not get a ton of use. Underlay will be (brand new) 3/4 T&G…
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Architect crazy ?
I recently discovered rot in my porch roof / second floor deck - when one side dropped 6" in a week! Replacing the porch was supposed to be NEXT summer,…
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Flooring from the 30’s-Red or white oak?
I can usually tell the difference but not this time. This is tongue and groove oak flooring, and, best I can tell, was installed in 1939, about 7/8" thick, 2.5"…
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shoddy tiler ? and grout left over
Any suggestions welcome... Doing an in office renovation that includes an executive washroom with a tiled shower stall and bathroom floor. Used 12x24" slate tiles - "peacock" in color. Tiler…