Discussion Forum
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Considerations: Fireplace insert and want to add built-in bookcases either side
I have a fireplace to which I want to add a gas insert. But I also want to have built-in bookcases to either side. Right now, the fireplace is pretty much…
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Reparing garage ceiling drywall gaps @ waste stack with sheet metal instead of drywall
I have a building permit from a prior owner that was never closed. In the course of re-opening so as to close it out, inspector said some gaps (3"-5") in the…
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Back-to-back toilets in 2 bathrooms served by single in-wall tank
OK, so I'm just toying with this idea. I have 2 bathrooms w/ their conventional toilets back-to-back separated by a wall; remodeling is in the works. The bathrooms are small enough…
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Side-by-side front loading washer & dryer – how much side-to-side clearance
I'm considering remodeling a laundry room that has wall-to-wall width of 60". Most front loaders are a standard 27" wide. So they'll "fit" no problem, but how well will that…
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Exposing and cladding manufactured trusts
This has been discussed at Breaktime at least once before. And there's been an article in FHB by Mike Guertin where he exposes some trussing for a skylight shaft (and…
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“Architectural” steel tie rods for rafter ties
Below is an example of using tie rods to deliver the horizontal tension needed in lieu of conventional rafter ties. This example (correct me if I'm wrong) is really scissor…
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Flitch plate roof rafters to create vaulted ceiling?
Hi all- A few weeks ago I got some great advice in my general discussion about vaulting a ceiling in a ranch house. One idea that didn't come up was…
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Vaulting a presently-trussed ceiling in a ranch house
One of the first things that happens in a post like this (as it should) is an admonishment to consult an engineer. I have already and more to come on…