Discussion Forum
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cut roof felt in roll?
Does anyone know of or have a way to efficiently cut 30# roofing felt while still in the roll. i.e. 3 12" rolls out of a 36" roll? thanks russ
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nailing T111
Will #6 2" RH galv. nails shot from a framing nailer work for 5/8 T111 siding? Or #8 21/2" RH galv. work? This is for a shop/garage. I would rather…
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k-snap hanger & drip edge ?
Does anyone have a good way to make a standard drip edge work with the Plastmo k-snap vinyl gutter/hangers? There appears to be no good way to get the gutter…
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Framing question, blocking?
I am building a large garage/shop and will be using 5/8" T1-11 as sheathing/siding. I plan to pre-prime the edges and use felt under T1-11 at the concrete/plate line and…
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grainger vs. mcmaster
Grainger vs. McMaster, how do these two stack up against each other. Prices, quality, service, shipping ?? Specifically pertaining to electrical equipment and supplies for wiring a shop ?? Any…
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Feed through switch ?
Does anybody know how a feed through switch works? Leviton rotary in line type for lamps. Seems like if it feeds through it couldn't break the circuit. I sure can't…
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Definitions “mono pour” vs “stemwall”
Ya I'm a dummy. Originally from knots. So be it. Could someone clearly define a mono pour and or an additional stemwall "if necassary". I much appreciate the help. thanks…
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Rafter tie lapping over center beam
Thanks for the reply yesterday on spans. And for today, when rafter ties (CEILING JOISTS) have to be lapped by each other over a beam in the center of a…
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Rafter tie span?
The span tables do not seem to agree. Can I span 23'1" with a rafter tie that is 2x8 or2x10, 2' o.c. ? With collar ties and a tie from…
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amp-hr ?
I am in the process of getting a (hopefully) good cordless drill. In the process of comparison I am not aware of the meaning of the term amp-hr. I'd…