Discussion Forum
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Recommended Ceiling materials for covered outdoor porch
Hello: Not sure I placed this into the proper forum,however what is your recommendation for the ceiling in a crafstman style home for an outdoor covered porch/patio. I do not…
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Glass scratches
Hello: I have a new entry door whose glass was scratched in two places, each approximately 2" long. You can feel the scratch with your fingernail.--Of course no one takes…
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‘Hurricane clips”
Hello: Do you think installing "hurricane clips " is benefical here in central Arkansas. We do have tornadoes, but will hurricane clips even work in the that situation. Thanks in…
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Real Stucco vs Brick
Hello: If prices were the same, which would prefer real stucco or brick and Why . We live in central Arkansas in the Little Rock area.. When I say real stucco,…
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Real Stucco
Help I'm confused about "Authenic Stucco": Why did the very old homes not have any expansion joints, but the newer homes require expansion joints?. Does "Authenic Stucco" require wood lathe…
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Sealing of Brick Tile
Hello: I plan to install 1/2-5/8 thick brick pavers onto of a slab. What is the recommended sealer for the pavers?. Someone told me they have used bees wax as…
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Central Vacuum systems
Hello: Planning to install a Central vacuum system in new construction 2 story home. I was planning on using a "Beam System, then I saw the CANAVAC" system. Curious as…
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2 x4 vs 2×6
Hi: Now for a verrrrry basic question. For a two story home what is the advantage of 2x 6 exterior walls are opposed to 2x 4 walls.other than insulation. The…
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HVAC zone contols
Hello: How reliable are zone controllers and do they work as advertised. Also who has the most reliable units?. I will be installing a 5ton and 4 ton Trane…
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Clay Chimney Pots
Hello: Does anyone have a source for "Clay chimney pots" that does not cost a small fortune. I realize that clay pots are for apperance only. Thanks Cloudbuster