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July 2, 2024

Hello, I’m a homeowner (not a builder) that is hoping for insight from the experienced builders on this forum to help put my mind at ease.In 2022, I purchased a…

July 2, 2024

I have repurposed a 100-year-old divided light wood sash salvaged from a removed downstairs double-hung window to let light into bungalow gable. The photo shows a temporary install using resized…

July 1, 2024

I want to install 3/4”x 6” tongue and groove pine wall plank on the my interior walls instead of gyp board. The IRC doesn’t specify whether or not tongue and…

June 27, 2024

I'm considering energy-efficient windows for my patio in Glasgow. I'm looking at https://tradeupvcwindows.co.uk/. How has your experience been with them? Any recommendations on UPVC windows that offer good insulation and…

June 24, 2024

I have possibly created an unnecessary challenge for myself. In wanting to build a quick, cheap and energy efficient "man door" into our basement, I put together a 3 1/2"…

June 23, 2024

Hey Everyone,I'm racking my brain and can't find much information online to see if what I'm trying to do is possible.I'm planning on adding an 8x12 addition (10ft wall height)…

June 23, 2024

My basement has a 4" concrete slab with with 4" of insulation under the slab. The lally columns have footings that are UNDER the slab and UNDER the insulation.A few…

June 19, 2024

I am trying to find a bead board cutter for my table saw. Im matching 100+ year old bead board used for the soffit overhang of a roof. The problem…

June 17, 2024

Hi all, I’m considering using marine grade plywood for exterior siding on a small mid-century cabin build in Wisconsin. I like the overall appearance of T1-11 for the era and overall…

June 17, 2024

Hi all,I’m generally pretty good with finding info and tutorials online, but I’ve not found a consistent answer on this. This is a DIY project that I thought would be…