Construction Techniques Archives - Page 2484 of 2493

Dew in the attic
January 23, 2002

* I started building my house in the summer last year. I finished it from the outside before the winter came and now I'm busy working inside. I've been insulating…
EPDM as shower pan liner
January 23, 2002

* Has anyone had any experience with EPDM as a shower pan liner, or at least heard of any reasons good or bad why it should/should not be used? Robin
gluing sheetmetal to sheetrock
January 23, 2002

* hi gang...i'm looking to make a shower stall by gluing galvanized sheetmetal to greenboard. i need some adhesive suggestions; any thoughts? thanks mark s
Plaster on Sheetrock?
January 22, 2002

* I am thinking of troweling a thin coat of plaster over regular drywall in my shop. I was going to staple mesh tape over the seams and possibly adding…
Load bearing wall off-center
January 22, 2002

* Have started remodeling the first floor of c.1825 federal-style brick home we just purchased. Found that on one of the main beams in the home (beam size is 8"x8",…
What can I use to seal a slate counte…
January 22, 2002

* What type of sealer is used on a slate kitchen countertop? The countertop is made of several pieces of slate that will be grouted. Thanks for your help!
Advice on installing a copper valley …
January 22, 2002

* I do a fair amount of asphalt shingle roofing, but I have never installed a copper valley before. I have a customer who wants 4 installed, they range in…
Concrete wall construction?
January 21, 2002

* I am currently designing a house to be built in Northwestern CT. I have seen in old architecture magazines (1920-1925) homes where the walls were made out of formed…
How many screws to fasen floor decking?
January 21, 2002

* I know that to fasten down tonge and groove decking with nails the nailing schedule is 8D 6"oc outside edge, 8"oc joints and 12"oc field. What about with #8…
Poplar- Is it good for exterior paint…
January 21, 2002

* What are the best woods for exterior guard rails and handrails. I want to stay away from mahogany and Brazilian cherry because of the high cost. It always hurts…

Page 2484 of 2493 Previous

Fine Home Building

Newsletter Sign-up

Follow

Fine Homebuilding

Dig into cutting-edge approaches and decades of proven solutions with total access to our experts and tradespeople.
Start Free Trial Now
- Facebook
- Instagram
- X
- LinkedIn
GBA Prime

Get instant access to the latest developments in green building, research, and reports from the field.
Start Free Trial Now
- Facebook
- YouTube
Old House Journal

Learn how to restore, repair, update, and decorate your home.
Subscribe Now
- Facebook
- Instagram
- X

Fine Homebuilding

Dig into cutting-edge approaches and decades of proven solutions with total access to our experts and tradespeople.
Start Free Trial Now
- Facebook
- Instagram
- X
- LinkedIn
GBA Prime

Get instant access to the latest developments in green building, research, and reports from the field.
Start Free Trial Now
- Facebook
- YouTube
Old House Journal

Learn how to restore, repair, update, and decorate your home.
Subscribe Now
- Facebook
- Instagram
- X

Fine Homebuilding receives a commission for items purchased through links on this site, including Amazon Associates and other affiliate advertising programs.

Construction Techniques Archives - Page 2484 of 2493

Fine Homebuilding Magazine

Fine Home Building

Newsletter Sign-up

We hope you’ve enjoyed your free articles. To keep reading, become a member today.

Construction Techniques Archives - Page 2484 of 2493

Fine Homebuilding Magazine

Fine Home Building

Newsletter Sign-up

Fine Homebuilding

Green Building Advisor

Old House Journal

Follow

Fine Homebuilding

GBA Prime

Old House Journal

Membership & Magazine

We hope you’ve enjoyed your free articles. To keep reading, become a member today.