Discussion Forum
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What’s Best finish for northern white cedar lap siding?
Getting close to installing my natural-edge siding on my summer cottage in northern MI. I was planning to use Sikkens SRD but a paint pro who stocks it and Sansin…
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Best practice for installing a vented range hood?
I have a vacation cottage in northern Michigan. I'm planning to put on cedar siding in the spring so right now I'm thinking ahead to trim, light & outlet mounts,…
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Any feedback on Andersen “A-Series” windows & patio doors?
After much searching & sleepless nights I've finally found a window that looks to be "all that". It does come at a price, though. Hoping there's some forum experience here…
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Concerned about rot complaints in clad windows
I'm window shopping for my log cottage. The place is on a lake in northern Michigan so it's exposed to more than the typical amount of wind, rain & snow. …
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Bold door casing needed
I have 3.25" oak tradional door and window casings in my home. This looks fine everywhere but on the front entry where it just isn't dramatic enough. I'd like to…
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A bit OT: pressure washer
More of a handyman topic than homebuilding: I've bought a pressure washer on impulse--couldn't pass up $450 for 3200psi 4gpm piston pump powered by a 10HP B&S Intek engine. Usually $700...only one they…
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Makita LS1013 SCMS + DW723 stand
No answer to my post over at FWW/Knots forum so I'll try you guys (maybe more appropriate here anyway). I have a LS1013 SCMS and ordered the Dewalt DW723 stand…