Discussion Forum
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Feeding outdoor outlet from A/C disconnect
Is there a legal (and safe) way to take power from an air-conditioner disconnect box? The box is fed with three-conductor-plus ground, 240 V, 30 Amps (#10 Conductors). The A/C…
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Penetrating a membrane roof
I have to mount a 2 x 8 on top of a membrane roof, to serve as a base for a small structure. Is there a safe (leakproof) way to do…
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Old-fashioned parquet
Does anyone know a source for old-fashioned parquet flooring? I'm talking about "tiles" that are 12 inches (or so) square, made up of slats about 1 1/4 to 1 1/2…
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Preventing roof algae/moss
The north side of my light-gray shingled roof gests stained with algae or moss. Cleaning by brushing with a clorox-soap solution works for a few months. Chemical treatments for moss…
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Nonshrinking caulk?
Is there a paintable nonshrinking caulk, for filling nail holes and especially ceiling to molding gaps? I have tried silicone, but it is way too sticky. Latex acrylic is easy…