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09-04-13, 12:43 PM
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Posted By nightsky

Texas 4x4 Post Holes in Caliche

Thank you GregsFence, stuck at hole post digging stage due to nightmare experience with HFT - Predator 1.5 Hp gasoline auger, :NO NO NO: not for Texas caliche. Had to exchange the machine 3Xs, 3rd...
08-09-13, 11:17 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,313
Posted By nightsky

6' Privacy fence Questions

First time build a privacy fence @62 ;) Already removed old posts in cement bases and panels.

Using 4x4x8 Posts, 2x4x8 rails, 6"x5/8 pickets. Live in San Antonio Tx it is hot & dry by day and...
11-19-08, 10:37 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,083
Posted By nightsky

Exclamation Please help me remove silicone caulk

How much is enough removal of silicone caulk before re-caulking or grouting?

FYI
I would not recommend silicone caulk to the average homeowner and DIY person.
If you ever have to repair or...
11-14-08, 03:31 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,083
Posted By nightsky

Silicone Caulk removal help

Trying to remove GE Silicone Caulk from between bath tub and first row of wall tile. I found a grout matching color of Caulk from Laticrete. Am in process of using straight edge razor and a longer...
11-01-08, 12:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,083
Posted By nightsky

Plez, help with laying tiles on mortar

All floor tiles are cut nicely with a design in the middle and fitted onto bathroom slab floor without mortar. Thing is how do I set tiles up so that they all fit after laying mortar down? I have...
07-28-08, 12:36 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,083
Posted By nightsky

First time using rotozip 20 with xbit tile...

First time using rotozip 20 with xbit tile cutting bit for plumbing fixtures. The drill bit gets red hot, burns and sparks at times when cutting into 13x13 1/4" thick ceramic wall tile graded as 1a,...
07-21-08, 07:02 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,083
Posted By nightsky

Was this a bad mistake?

Think I made a tiling mistake? I tiled all the way up to ceiling (flush against ceiling) and did not leave any space between the top edge row of tiles and ceiling for grout! :wall:
07-21-08, 10:26 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,083
Posted By nightsky

Any tips on using "Spectra Lock"? Can I use it...

Any tips on using "Spectra Lock"? Can I use it on corners and edges around tub instead of chaulking since it doesn't crack? What part of the application makes it more difficult to work with? ...
07-19-08, 01:40 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,083
Posted By nightsky

Help Grouting Product Considerations, for Bathroom

Thinking of using "Spectra lock" Grouting because it comes in small unit packaging, doesn't require sealing, and has the perfect tile color match for
13X13 ceramic on bath/shower combo surround that...
07-15-08, 02:56 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,083
Posted By nightsky

Where can I buy a 3.5 inch tile trowel?

Would gladly buy one but haven't seen seen any 3 or 3.5 inch tile trowels at local homedepot. Where can I buy a 3 or 3.5 inch tile trowel?
07-15-08, 09:54 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,083
Posted By nightsky

Sucessfully Removed Dry Thinset

It was tedious and painstakingly slow but with a good lite chisel and rubber mallet I removed the 'ThinSet Mortar' with just a few tiny nicks to underlying Durock - I think it was a big plus that I...
07-09-08, 09:49 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,083
Posted By nightsky

Johnny, Sorry for the confusion, I am just...

Johnny,

Sorry for the confusion, I am just an old lady. lol

I scraped off the excess thinset once I put tiles up, this part is okay.
But because thinset started to dry while I was putting...
07-07-08, 12:20 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,083
Posted By nightsky

What does the spot where I remove thinset from...

What does the spot where I remove thinset from have to look like before I can re-apply fresh thinset?

Had to remove a tile, it came off easy because I guess the thinset was already drying when I...
07-02-08, 10:52 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,083
Posted By nightsky

Help recover from Thinset Application/Tile Setting Errors

Thought 3 quarts of water and 25lbs (half a bag) of NA 3090 Thin Set was a good idea. Used cordless drill on low speed and the mortar thickened smoothly but did not seem thick enough to build up on...
06-24-08, 10:26 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,083
Posted By nightsky

RedGard vs Mapelastic

FYI RedGard sells for $69. gal @ HMDepot San Antonio Texas.
Mapelastic sells for $39. gal @ local tile company.
What is the difference in Product Performance, big price difference?
Can...
06-23-08, 01:13 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,083
Posted By nightsky

Super!

Thank you so much, the RedGard liquid waterproofing costs the same as the Plastic vapor barrier. I was really dreading lifting those Durock boards again, I am still hurting from getting them to fit...
06-22-08, 09:45 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,083
Posted By nightsky

Thanks Bud (sorry about the spelling), ...

Thanks Bud (sorry about the spelling),






So this is the most important issue on my the list of errors is the 'Plastic vapor barrier'...

What is the easiest way to install it, so that...
06-21-08, 04:58 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,083
Posted By nightsky

Some pre-tiling questions

First, how crucial is it to have 1/4inch space between rim of bath tub and bottom edge of Duro rock board? This is an after the fact question because I have done the duro rock installation alone and...
05-13-08, 04:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,249
Posted By nightsky

Drainage and Plumber Advice Desperately Needed

Live in San Antonio Texas :( one story slab ranch style house built in 1965. Nightmare began with bathtub leak from overflow and tub drain. I removed the tub and got a new one, tore the walls up and...
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Views: 6,483
Posted By nightsky

Chipped New Porcelain Bathtub. Fix Advice Requested

I chipped my new white steel porcelain bathtub. The chip is between a nickel and quarter size, how do I repair it, what product do you recommend? Thanks
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