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“Boston” corners with a router
May 26, 2002

We're about to start shingling our new house (in coastal NC) and wondering if anyone has experience doing Boston corners with a router or laminate trimmer? Many thanks.
Increasing window opening
May 25, 2002

I thought I had posted this earlier, but can't find it now. Please forgive my senior moment if this is a repeat. I have been asked to submit a proposal…
Caulk or mortar for copper step flashing
May 25, 2002

I am repairing a chimney and have made up all the copper step flashing, at the chumney/roof connection, w/"spring locks" that hold the copper in the joints. What is best…
Slip joint wall
May 25, 2002

OK, House with full foundation attached deck bridged to garage. Garage is built on a slab. There is a roof over part of the deck. The job is to close…
how thick is a poured ceiling/floor?
May 25, 2002

I work in the basement of a four-storey medical centre (5 floors total). Before installing an x-ray machine we have to let the Ministry of Health know the thickness of…
Half wall construction
May 25, 2002

I would like to make a half wall (actually @ 40" or so) out of an existing wall i have now. There is passage way through the wall now, regular…
Scribing skirtboards
May 24, 2002

I'm working on trimming a set of stairs, putting in skirtboards over the top of the treads and risers. So far I've been using a sheet of OSB, cutting to…
Sealing DWV Cleanout Threads
May 24, 2002

Have to perform a presure test for my plumbing inspection. Have to hold 5 psi for 24 hrs. Threaded 3 inch cleanout plug leaks like a sieve. How to seal…
Plumbing Vent
May 24, 2002

Building a room off the back of 2 story on the walk out side of the basement. Above this add on with be a deck off from the master bedroom…
HELP â€“ ceiling fan and ceiling strength?
May 24, 2002

I need anyone and everyoneÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s comments on installing a ceiling fan (weight 45 lbs.) into a residential bedroom. The concern is that the room has a tray ceiling and…

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