Discussion Forum
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Window modification w/alluminum frames
My daughters house in Oklahoma built ca 1970 has aluminum frame windows (like DH but the top 1/2 don't open). The interior has no trim except seat & stool. The…
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Brick ledge vs lentils
New house will have brick vinier up 4 ft then Hardie lap. Local brick supplier says a 3 x 3 angle laged to the concreate foundation to carry the brick…
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soapstone colors & availability
Some time ago you had a good post on soapstone. When I tried to talk to Tulsa topmakers they said soapstone was all imported and more expensive than granite. I…
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Septic system- which is better
Will be building where there is only 6ft below floor elevation to bed rock. will be on a septic system so getting a 10ft to bottom type tank will be…
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Retro insulating a cathdral church roof
A friends' church is needing to be reroofed and they are interested in improving the insulation over the sanctuary. This is 3x6 tongue & grove deck running perpendicular to laminated arch…
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Want to read the wackos comments re: TOH
I ran accross this forum looking for something about the Weston project. http://advice.thisoldhouse.com/showthread.php?t=8367 Thought you would all appreciate the sour grapes type comments. Not that I think we need Mac…
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Sideing over exterrior foam
Been watching the reruns of "This Old House- Weston timber frame". They are doing shop prefab of exterior walls. 2x4 frame OSB sheathing both sides foam injected thru holes in…
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Windows under Kitchen Cabinets
I'm working on plans that will result in poor light under the kitchen wall cabinets. There will be 1-30" wide DH in the center of the 18' wall. As this…
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Way to sharpen Carbide Rotary Hammer Bit
Whats the best tool for regrinding the carbide tips on 3/4 SDS rotary hammer bits?
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Any comments on Soapstone
Building a midprice home and thinking of using a combination of Soapstone and butcher block for kitchen counters. I don't like the granite look. Any obervations would be appreciated. Jim