Discussion Forum
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Paintable Silicone Caulk?
Does anyone have experience with -- GE Silicone II XST -- as far as its ability to hold oil-base primer with out any issues? thanks...paul...
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Need advice on building door jambs
Hi, I'm getting toward the end of (Building our own house by myself ) Project. Next on the list is building from scratch all of the interior door…
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Is Poplar ok for Face Frames
Is poplar a good choice for painted cabinet face frames and stiles and rails cabinet doors? Would a oil base primer be the best choice? thanks...paul...
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Mitered or Butt joint on Butcher Block
Next on my list is installing Hard Maple Butcher Block counter tops....The B/B is 1 1/2" thick and a standard 25" width. The counters are L shaped,...and I really want…
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Water meter / Plumbing question
Which would prove to be more beneficial: One single 1" water meter VS. Two individual 5/8" water meters? They will be serving one property w/ two households. thanks...paul
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Impact Driver
I've got about 5,000 Stainless Steel / square drive deck screws to install and was wondering if a cordless impact driver would be the best choice for this task? …
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Makita 16 gauge. Nibbler
Any one own a Makita 16 Gauge Nibbler model # JN1601? I'm about to be ready to install our metal roof (36" wide panels) and would really like to use…
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Ledger Attachment to Gable End
What would be the best way to attach a ledger board that will be holding 2 X 6 rafters that span approx. 9' (wrap around porch rafters) to the gable…
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2X10 Porch Decking
Hi, i'm about to start framing my wrap-around porch...&...i was wondering ... if there is any way i can get away with using 2X10 PT for my decking boards?.... …
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Porch Header Span
Proposed Porch Header will be-->2ea.2x8 w/ 1/2" ply sandwiched inbetween,... This header will be supporting 8' long 2x6 rafters on 16" centers on a 3/12 pitch.... Can i span…