Discussion Forum
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Pre-finished HardiPlank?
First Hardi job for me coming up. Client is leaning toward prefinished in a standard color. Any reason not to do this? I'm sure I'll have more questions as this…
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Punctuality quote
A few days ago I was reading a thread and someone had a comment about showing up on time or a little early shows you care about the job, etc.…
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Trailer break-in
My 20' trailer got broken into over the weekend. Lost 8-10k worth of tools, from what I can recall of what was in there. They left two plate compactors, but…
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working with bamboo
I have a client who wants a tiki hut with a thatched roof. I have found bamboo poles up to five inch dia. available online. Has anybody here done this? …
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Voltage drop
Wondering what size wire is needed for the following: 2hp pump - specs say 18 amp draw about 400' from panel to pump location 12 gauge would handle a short…
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Failed thinset
About two years ago, I laid some 12 x 12 marble tile in a small bath (5 x 5), over new 3/4 T&G ply and 1/4 Hardi backer. Now some…
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RO sander velcro
What is a good way to clean the velcro pad on a sander? Sanding disks don't stay on very well anymore. TIA Bear
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Painting metal cabinets
Have some old metal cabinets in an apartment to paint. Wondering what prep is required. Any ideas? Bear Edited 9/12/2007 7:37 pm ET by bearmon
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Under deck water collection
I'm looking into systems to collect water coming through deck boards to make space below more usable. Anybody done this? Particular brand to recommend? Bear
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Favorite synthetic deck material?
I have a deck about 300 sq. ft. to build and the HO is looking for guidance on material choice. They want white railings and some sort of brown decking,…