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finishing basement
October 23, 2012

In finishing my basement, I would like some recommendations on which comes first. I have 2" extruded polystyrenet panels and Dricore subfloor panels. Should I lay the subfloor first or…
repair of cracks in horsehair plaster walls
October 23, 2012

I have a big old house built in 1850 interior of horsehair plaster. What is the best and easist way to repair these and what are the names of products…
How can I float new drywall that was top coated prematurely?
October 22, 2012

Came onto a job where the previous guys skimmed with topping before floating the walls. Since topping compound is extremely soft, has no glue and bad bonding properties and I…
ADVICE NEEDED: Rafter spreading
October 22, 2012

Hi, I have been wanting to cover my back patio for a while now, and I want to do it right. My goal is to leave the patio as open to…
Upstairs bathroom remodel advice needed
October 22, 2012

Hi all, this is my first post here...
cultured stone veneer over cracks in concrete wall
October 22, 2012

Hi, I'd like to veneer some concrete retaining walls with cultured stone. I'm concerned that cracks in the concrete which were part of the curing process will telegraph. There is…
roof platform or crib
October 21, 2012

I can't find any reference to this via google, but I am trying to find a plan or directions for a rooftop platform meant to hold roofing bundles. I wanted…
ceramic tile over composite flooring
October 21, 2012

Hi: My Situation is; I have to install 900 sq ft. of ceramic tile . The floor is a slab . sound, level, ect. The composite flooring laid on it…
Exterior wall using cement board??
October 20, 2012

Hi, I'm trying to work out how to construct a exterior patio wall. I originally was going to use block / stucco. City wants a footer. There's a tree in…
Half lap miter joints on interior door casing
October 18, 2012

A neighbor called me today to help. open the door to her basement stairway. Her son was in the basement and the handset failed and the door would not open.…

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