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April 6, 2002

Ok, I've been arguing with my framing partner for two days now. I say that when you are using double cheek cut hips, you have to lengthen the ridge at…

April 6, 2002

I have to build five arches in an apartment.  Four of the arches will be replacing single doors and one will be replacing a double door passage.  Any suggestions on…

April 5, 2002

We're leveling a one story ranch by shimming around the perimeter foundation and adding new posts. On one side of the house the wall studs rest on the subfloor which…

April 5, 2002

I'm finishing a basement and due to height restrictions, I'm contemplating laying underpad and carpet on the concrete. The concrete is smooth and dry but I'm wondering if I should…

April 5, 2002

Looking for information on how to re-point a chimney.  Anyone know of any good books ???? With pictures?   thanks

April 5, 2002

Hi All, I'm still pluggin' along on this bathroom, and I have to say, all the advice I've got from you guys so far has been terrific. So for today's…

April 5, 2002

I am installing  41" long 3/4" pine wainscot in my bathroom.  I have already installed 3/8" plywood on the wall for attaching the wainscot and will be priming all sides and ends…

April 4, 2002

Using Timbertech but I presume they're pretty much all the same. I would like to be able to make some deck panels using composite decking (Timbertech TimberTopper) attached to plywood…

April 4, 2002

Any leads on stout hardware for a big ol' round door. Something on the order of these dimensions. View Image The surrounding structure will most likely be shotcrete, but can…

April 4, 2002

My gate fence is falling apart. It is too far gone for repair and I've opted to replace it. What I need help with is this: what is the best type of…