Discussion Forum
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Dust Control – Exposed Joists
Hi, In some renovated older homes I've toured the exposed joists have been painted - typically white. Does anyone know if this helps dust control much or is it an…
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Sewer Line Connection – Cast Iron to Concrete
Hi, I'm working on an older home - 1941 that has cast iron drains that then connect to a concrete sewer line. I have dug up a small section and…
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masonry starter course
Hi, My CMU wall continues. I'm off a bit in terms of matching two different heights of the wall - about an inch or so. Question - is there such…
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Premixed Mortar v Mixing it Yourself
Any strong opinions on mixing your own masonry mortar vs using premixed? I'm laying a double wythe wall - one side 6" CMU, the other side IXL giant brick. I've…
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concrete pumping setup
Hi folks, I've got about 60 feet of 2' wide by 8" footings that I need to pour for a brick retaining wall. To get to the footings there is…
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time for footing to set
Hi, What is the recommended time for a concrete footing to set before it is ready to lay a brick wall (4') on? There seems to be different information in…
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Hilti concrete saw
Hi, There is a good condition Hilti 12" concrete saw for sale locally for $200. Seems like a great price. Does anyone has long term experience with them? I could…
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even mortar joints
Hi, I've taken a look at numerous articles and sources but haven't found any which discussed how to create an even and uniform mortar joint when laying up block or…
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Hilti TE-3CX vs Hilti TE-C Carbide Bits
Hi, I am getting ready to do an earthquake proofing job and will be drilling about 50 half inch by seven holes in a foundation wall. The access will be…