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October 25, 2024

When building an internal bathroom wall, can you build and attach the stud wall onto the 19mm cement sheet flooring? Or does it need to be built beside the flooring…

October 25, 2024

Hi everyone, We're a Mac-based company, and we've reluctantly considered transitioning to the online version of Quickbooks Pro due to the annual subscription fees, expiring support and the inevitability of it…

October 24, 2024

Hello, I am trying to figure out what type of wood this board is made out of, have looked online but not sure.Thank you.

October 18, 2024

Hi everyone,I’m preparing to sell my home and want to make sure it's spotless for potential buyers. What are the most important areas to focus on during a deep clean?…

October 17, 2024

In issue 325 August-SeptemberThe article on continuous exterior insulation mentions vapor-open WRB which is self-adhered.  I would like to know what products fit this use in the article.Richard Lee

October 17, 2024

I just finished renovating my basement.  I installed Resilient Channel at 5/8" Drywall.  Unfortunately, I pulled off the 1x3 strapping.  Not knowing it was probably helping to remove floor vibration. …

October 16, 2024

Hi all,Turning to my most trusted source for some thoughts.We live in a 96 y.o. brick bungalow in Chicago. I know from work elsewhere in the house the exterior brick…

October 15, 2024

Im currently building a 12x5 sauna with a single sloped metal roof. If my two 12' walls will be load bearing do i need a header for my 26" opening…

October 14, 2024

Hello, I’m looking to create more floor space on the 2nd floor of my elderly parents house to make it more livable and modern for them.  First floor is currently…

October 14, 2024

I am installing uponr xpress trsk over a slab.  I will be installing tile over top.  I am going to use 1/4 backer board and was looking for suggestions on…