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December 19, 1998

* I am confused about shower pan waterproofing. I have been told that the only IAPMO approved (I am told that there is no UL or similar listing for this)…

December 19, 1998

* Yes, I've been using the Chief for 5 years, I like it very much, though it has gotten pretty complicated as it has matured. Customers do seem to like…

December 19, 1998

* I am considering using poly architectural moulding in place of casing around a set of french doors. As I have kids, I am concerned about its resistance to dents.…

December 19, 1998

* My wife and I are working with a designer right now. The experience is turning out pretty well. He is not an architect, though. He finished his bachelors degree…

December 19, 1998

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December 19, 1998

* Matt: I read your earlier post and since no one else is biting I'll offer this: Why only 1/2"? In my experience Extruded polystyrene at R5/inch is very cost…

December 18, 1998

* I am trying to bid a job installing 3 1/4" solid unfinished white oak flooring in an existing residential condo unit.The flooring is to be laid at a 45…

December 18, 1998

* Simpson Strong-Tie has a catalog entitled "The Well-Connected Structure". Call at 800-999-5099. Visit at http://www.strongtie.com. Page 61 of that catalog contains the different "twist straps" used. It is said…

December 18, 1998

* Does anyone have a source for direct mail order purchasing of residential light fixtures? Buying retail, even with a "builder's discount", doesn't yield much value for $. We may…

December 18, 1998

* Concrete must be able to adhere itself to the steel in order for the steel to achieve it's full effectiveness. Paint or even rust can cause the concrete to…