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April 27, 2020

Hello All,I am new to the site but want to get some input on a project that I am about to begin.  The attached images are of a house that…

April 26, 2020

I am replacing some windows and I am looking for advice on how to ensure proper drainage of the window sill pans.My existing window openings do not have sill pans.…

April 25, 2020

Hey, I am planning a small 8.5'x14' shed with 2' overhangs on the side and a large (almost 4') overhang in the front. I'll post pictures of my framing plans,…

April 25, 2020

I have a few projects coming up where I am thinking of using Liquid flash. I am wondering if any one has experience with mortar/ thin set bonding to Liquid…

April 24, 2020

I'm remodeling a 100-year-old house that has knob and tube electrical wiring (14 gauge).  I'm running two new 20 Amp circuits to the attic with 12-3 w/ground Romex.  Can I…

April 23, 2020

I am in the planing stage of building a sauna. I want to step up my game as a carpenter so I am picking a design with some challenges. I…

April 22, 2020

Looking for thoughts on how to set wood fence posts in a yard with ledge beneath the top soil.  I have yet to dig a hole in my yard without…

April 20, 2020

Ripped up old concrete patio (part of it was screened and didn't get wet but part of it is outdoors) and found that the rim joists were about half below…

April 19, 2020

So the primarily joist in my basement is 2x10, and all I could get locally (due to stay at home order) was 2x6 x 8. I have to notch the…

April 17, 2020

Folks,   My wife and kids have me convinced that a good project for these days locked at home would be to design a 20' X 12' post and beam solarium/sunroom…