Discussion Forum
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Built-ins ideas
Anyone know some good website galleries for "built-ins". need some ideas for a new project.
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Radiant floor options
I am finally going to tear up the carpet in my room and lay some hardwoods. I am thinking of installing some radiant heating as well. My room is located…
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Roofing around a post
We have a lot of flat roofs where I'm from, most with decks on them. I often build decks but have never been responsible for the final roofing detail around the…
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Quantifying Hertz (Hz)
Was checking my dishwasher to see how many amps it pulled while running and could only find a label that said 60hz. Can hertz be converted to amps or are…
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rough-in dishwasher electric
I am installing a dishwasher in my house which currently does not have electric in place for it. I know I should run a new dedicated circuit for it, but…
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Outdoor Shower
I am looking to install an outdorr shower in the back of home: 1) Can I make my own mixing valve out of fittings from the hardware store? Example: a…
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Painting CPVC
Is it ok to paint CPVC (white) in an exterior application or any application at all? This is concerning the outdoor shower post earlier....just couldn't get an answer for this…
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Overhead/payrates – one man operation
Recently struck out on my own after years with a GC. In the months prior to leaving I was running some projections to determine a hourly labor rate for myself…
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Making Casement Windows
So I'm playing with the idea of making my own casement windows. the reason why: half to save money and half for the challenge. I understand the it may be…
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Staining Fibergalss Doors?
Went shopping around for an new exterior door last night. I was set on a wood, full lite door. Really didn't find much in my price range but I did…