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December 18, 1998

* Jason, I built a log home about a decade ago but, unfortunately was not around for the wiring stage. Termites might do the trick but are not really predictable…

December 17, 1998

* This must be a popular topic as FHB features about a zillion advertisements for it in each issue. Has anyone out there ever installed it (pine) and, if so,…

December 17, 1998

* I have just installed Forbo Marmoleum as a countertop. It looks like an old linoleum counter which is what we wanted and I think it is going to work…

December 17, 1998

* I am adding new wood storm windows over existing double-hung wood windows and was wondering if it would be worth using insulating glass in the storm windows. An energy…

December 17, 1998

* BB, Lets see if I'm following........ The overall room(hall) size is 6' (72") by 14' and the barrel vaults, as I believe Lisa stated correctly (not that I'm an…

December 17, 1998

* Aside from the obvious weeks of shovel-work, what does one do to properly seal a 100 yr old stone foundation

December 17, 1998

* I am debating on whether to use T&G 1x4 fir for my porch floor or use 1x4 fir w/o T&G edge but with a 1/8" space between boards. I…

December 16, 1998

* I recently bought a house built in 1922 with 11 inches poured concrete exterior walls. It's 28' x 25' two story with a hip roof, and enclosed shed roofed…

December 15, 1998

* We are considering purchasing a Bath Tec whirlpool tub, but would like to hear from people who have them, or installed them to get an idea of how well…

December 15, 1998

* I have a 1930's home 1 1/2 story. Plaster walls. Can I blow in cels insulation by drilling access holes through the wall top plates? Will that be a…