Discussion Forum
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shed ramp replacement
Have a job to replace a worn out shed ramp---typical riding mower ramp, tapered 2x angle cut "stringers" and 2x6 planks on top The entire stringer is on the ground,…
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I’ve got big joints!
OK, now that I have your attention..... Getting ready to re-point my fieldstone foundation, which has very wide gaps/joints in some places. The original mortar looks to have had lots…
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Four Seasons Sunroom
Friend is putting their house on the market & I'm helping spruce it up (nice trees, those spruce)
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Apron for beaded casing
Hi all...Been years since I've visited, but here I am again.... Casing some windows with "beaded" (i.e. the opposite of "fluted") casing, and wondering what people would use as an…
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front porches in the envelope
Been away awhile, the old place sure looks different! Looking at a bit of work involving an entry/porch that is exposed to the elements but is also over the foundation…
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Makita impact drive
Hi All.....OMG we have a new platform.....so far, yeechhh....for what my opinion's worth I need some help....my Makita impact driver has developed senility.....it will go into impact mode, but not…
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heating an attic
I've moved into an old Victorian and have a full, floored, untouched attic to build a bedroom in....not planning anything fancy, more of a guest room. House has central HVAC.…
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Todays DUH question
OK, so I'm showing my ignorance here. The new, still purple, still needs more attic insulation, but now working cable drops where I need 'em, also has a number of…
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Antique mirror backing
Ah, dumpster diving, the sport of tightwads. So, I scored a nice wood framed, bevel edged mirror the other day, roughly 3' x2'6". The frame needed re-gluing, so off with…
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The purple house
Has to be painted....lots of interior dark purple, brown, and lavender walls making SWMBO crazy....me, too. So, best hiding primer recommendations from anyone? Kilz, or????? (I realize there are no…