Discussion Forum
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mini or small duct AC systems
Alright, we seem to be having one of the hottest, wettest summers on record in MN, and I am ready to consider ditching window air conditioners and retrofit a small…
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Makita driver/drill set needs a new battery
I need to replace one of the batteries for a Makita drill/driver set. These are the 14.4v 2.6A version. Does anyone know if there are options beside the Makita brand…
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Mapei thinset and shower waterproofing
I am putting in a large shower in a basement. The motor shower pan with liner is already done. I am getting ready to hang to 1/2" Durock, but when…
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skimming old concrete basement floor
I have one of those beaten up concrete floors with multiple coats of paint in the basement of a 1920s home. I am in the middle of finishing the basement.…
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bathroom, 1 gfci breaker or 2?
I plan on installing both an in shower fan (panasonic whisper green) and under tile electric radiant heat system in a basement bathroom. Both should be on a gfci breaker.…
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framing for glass block
I would like to install a row glass block along the top a short bathroom wall to let in some additional light. My question is how much additional room should…
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basement bathroom floor ideas
I am adding a basement bath to old bungalow. This will involve breaking through the concrete floor and tying drain and sewer into the main stack. I plan on a…
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need a small closet door
I am finishing the basement of an 1920s era bungalow. There is a good sized space under landing and stairs that I want to reclaim for closet space. I will…
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basement remodel – how to heat
I am remodeling a basement in a 1920s vintage bungalow in Minnesota. The first and second floors are hot water heated. I am trying to decide how the heat a…
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batting or foam board insulation
One more quick basement remodel question. What are everyone's opinions concerning insulating a masonry block wall? I was all set to use standard fiberglass batting between the framed wall and…