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Windows
May 20, 2002

For new construction, what is the preferred method for window installation? Should windows with nailing flanges be used, or installed using shims?
Support of roof overhang
May 20, 2002

I am a regular reader of Fine Homebuilding, but am not a builder. Am presently having a vacation property built and have a question regarding support of an approx. 5 foot…
Seal Foam Sheething to Plates?
May 20, 2002

I am building some walls for a vacation home and I am trying to employ the Building Science Corp's Build America methodology (for very cold climates). Their website shows some wall section drawings where…
stairwell exterior wall
May 20, 2002

hi guy's, it has been a while since i visited the forum, but now that i'm back, i would appreciate your ideas on the following head scratcher. i'm building…
curved lighted glass block walls
May 19, 2002

I am looking for information on ways to backlight a curved glass block wall used as the back of a kitchen island. It needs to be designed for future accessability…
Concrete Floors
May 18, 2002

I work on many 80+ year old homes in the Northern New Jersey area. I've come across a similar problem in several homes. I've found a swelling up of concrete…
Bat repellant
May 18, 2002

A client of mine has bats nesting in the hand split shake roof of his house, and I am wondering if there is a repellant that can be applied periodically…
Backerboard for Wall Tile ???
May 18, 2002

New house. Kitchen drywall is up and painted. Wife has decided on tile for the backsplash. Need your opinions. I think I need backer board. Used 1/4" Hardibacker on the…
mortar mix for shower pan
May 18, 2002

I'm going to be installing a new tile shower including a tile pan. One of my questions is what mix of mortar do I use for the base? Also are…
engineered floor joists pros ands cons?
May 18, 2002

hey all, I'm probably the last guy on earth who hasn't used engineered floor joists. Can anyone give me the pros and cons of these modern wonders? I'll appreciate any…

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