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HELP Securing heavy PT wood topper on 5′ cinder block wall.
October 18, 2012

The purpose of my current project is to coyote-proof the yard of our pet sanctuary so I can allow the small pets access to the yard. The yard is already…
Not sure how to fix this
October 17, 2012

when looking at the photos, the obvious answer is to add concrete,however, I think the new concrete will bust when the carpet crew put in their tack strips. Need to…
Stone Veneer Cladding on Wood Frame Construction
October 16, 2012

I have a client with a 50 year old wood frame house that has asked me to apply a stone veneer as a part of a major renovation. Where can…
baby gate
October 16, 2012

I have to build two baby gates for a client. The gates need to match the stair system we installed. Box newels, maple railing and wrought iron balusters. Does anyone…
Bathroom Remodeling – Denseshield vs other tile backer boards in bathroom remodels
October 15, 2012

We are getting ready to remodel our bathrooms in a 200+ year old house. We have done remodeling for charity in hurricane affected areas. We used a product from Georgia…
Dimmable CFL – flickering at the top end of brightness?
October 14, 2012

I have recently installed a CFL compatible dimmer with compatible/dimmable CLF bulbs. I am having an issue because when they are at the highest brightness, the bulbs flicker. If I…
Looking for info and/or contractor to place thick edge slab, Pittsburgh PA
October 12, 2012

I'm looking for further info on construction details for thick edge /frost protected slab construction in the PIttsburgh, PA region. I'm planning on building a wood frame 22 x 22…
DIY Insulation Baffles
October 9, 2012

I am currently building a cathedral ceiling room addition on a very limited budget. I have been fortunate to obtain many building materials at low cost. The R19 kraft…
Bifold door without track
October 9, 2012

Hello, I would like to know how to install a bifold door without track on top and bottom. Thank you for your help.
sub panel for garage
October 8, 2012

i'm putting in a sub panel for my garage and was wonder if Icould use a 3- #1 with a#2 ground cable aluminun cable for this job. I want to…

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