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Deck Stair landing paralysis by analysis
Gents,Tortured perfectionist amateur here. I am building stairs to an 18X40 deck I just built. The stairs will be L shaped with a total of 3 treads. One side will…
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Tando Beach House vs Cedar Impressions Siding
Renovating exterior of my home. Small ranch. Trying to use mid to upper tier components. Used Anderson Woodwright windows which I thought were top quality but was disappointed in construction…
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Deck of eternal peril
I was considering using Trex RainEscape until I got the price! Not that we can't afford it, but I almost don't want to pay that just on sheer principle. I…
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Deck of eternal peril!
Hello All!Just renewed my subscription after 20+ years away so I apologize in advance if my posts are not in the correct forums. I made the mistake of removing some…
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Floor finish for workshop
Does anyone have any recommendations regarding a good finish for a plywood floor in a workshop? Or an alternative covering? I am using it predominantly as an area to restore…
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XPS for remodeling
I have a question that I can't seem to find an exact answer to due to a few extenuating circumstances. Any advice would be appreciated. I am in the midst…
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Installing ridgid foam insulation over t
Hello to all, Just wondering if anyone has any advice on putting 1" dowboard ridgid foam (the blue stuff) insulation over tyvek? I've heard that this can promote mold growth…
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Cornice return Muchas Gracias
Thanks for the bump Rez. I'm still learning to navigate the site. And thank you to everyone that replied to my post about cornice returns. Although I don't recognize some…
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Cornice returns
There was an article in FH about how big to make a cornice return in relation to the rest of the house and roof. Does anyone remember this article or…
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Bay roof of eternal peril
Thanks for the help on framing a bay roof. The advice and reference to links were very helpful. What is the learning curve like with the construction master? Anyone have…