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09-03-17, 12:14 PM
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Is it a double cylinder dead bolt (key on both...

Is it a double cylinder dead bolt (key on both sides) or single (flip lock inside)? How much of it did you remove so far? Can you post some pics?
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Sika caulking can fill the gap but I can't say...

Sika caulking can fill the gap but I can't say that it's guaranteed to withstand the cycles that you described. Plus, it will take a lot of tubes unless you fill part of gap with something else such...
09-03-17, 06:28 AM
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It would be easier to cover it with a 1/4" thick...

It would be easier to cover it with a 1/4" thick piece of Luan. Then install your tapestry. BTW, who gave you permission? If the Landlord said yes but the lease said no, that's a trick to get...
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Those are called posts not beams & joists are...

Those are called posts not beams & joists are under the plywood.
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I was always the helper on those jobs. I'm just...

I was always the helper on those jobs. I'm just reporting on how the boss did the job. I'm not going to say that it's written in stone. Will the 2" pieces be ripped or cut? Are you concerned with...
09-02-17, 05:49 PM
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Views: 15,135
Posted By ShortyLong

Try to pry the door or the hinges with a long...

Try to pry the door or the hinges with a long skinny screw driver.
09-02-17, 05:30 PM
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Views: 1,250
Posted By ShortyLong

I would tend to listen to the do not use warning...

I would tend to listen to the do not use warning unless you have done research on them & found them to be untrustworthy. It's probably a 3 season cottage because of the lack of insulation. ...
09-02-17, 05:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 15,135
Posted By ShortyLong

You should be able to push the door now that the...

You should be able to push the door now that the pins have been removed. If not, try a credit card between the tongue & striker plate. Put the card between the door & the frame under the tongue,...
09-02-17, 05:14 PM
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Posted By ShortyLong

You can probably cut an inch or so off the bottom.

You can probably cut an inch or so off the bottom.
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What else does it affect besides the GFCI outlet?...

What else does it affect besides the GFCI outlet? It seems strange that the outlet would be the only victim.
09-02-17, 04:38 PM
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Posted By ShortyLong

I would go to the library. Other than that Home...

I would go to the library. Other than that Home Depot used to sell books.
09-02-17, 04:35 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 15,135
Posted By ShortyLong

That hole is to remove the knob. A steel shim...

That hole is to remove the knob. A steel shim can push the tongue back in a flash. If you don't have one of those, try a credit card. Can you get to the hinges?
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When I work with a floor guy, he always starts us...

When I work with a floor guy, he always starts us opposite the door so the door is about the last section that gets calculated & installed.
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Posted By ShortyLong

Is there another septic tank for the toilet? ...

Is there another septic tank for the toilet? Should I presume that there are no city/town sewer lines?
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I don't know who started that recirculation...

I don't know who started that recirculation thing. An outside vent is always better, IMO.
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Vinyl siding is too flammable for my liking. I...

Vinyl siding is too flammable for my liking. I don't understand why it's not against code. Don't BBQ under there.
09-02-17, 09:36 AM
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Views: 1,776
Posted By ShortyLong

It sounds like you're a great cook. When I slice...

It sounds like you're a great cook. When I slice an onion for a sandwich, I don't have to slice it in half first. I can start at one end. I know that doesn't completely solve the peeling problem...
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Views: 1,781
Posted By ShortyLong

How big is the patio? I know that I'm not really...

How big is the patio? I know that I'm not really answering your question but there are some very nice heavy duty canvas awnings available as a replacement. You'll never have to treat the wood again...
09-02-17, 09:19 AM
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Views: 1,776
Posted By ShortyLong

I slice the onion first. It sounds like you are...

I slice the onion first. It sounds like you are peeling it first.
09-01-17, 05:24 PM
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Views: 1,131
Posted By ShortyLong

After living in houses that were built in the 20s...

After living in houses that were built in the 20s or before, it always amazes me when 70s construction is considered old. Modern interior doors are cheap & hollow. That's what makes them modern &...
09-01-17, 05:10 PM
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Views: 1,254
Posted By ShortyLong

If the cover is light plastic , what about a shop...

If the cover is light plastic , what about a shop vac?
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Views: 1,595
Posted By ShortyLong

Would you consider rubberized flooring? It comes...

Would you consider rubberized flooring? It comes in rolls or squares. It's maintenance free.
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Do you remember a TV show in the 60s called Mack...

Do you remember a TV show in the 60s called Mack & Myer For Hire? It was 2 handymen who did jobs but no matter what, they became a fiasco. I think that's who you hired. How much longer?
09-01-17, 04:01 AM
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Views: 1,254
Posted By ShortyLong

If it's metallic, try a telescopic magnet.

If it's metallic, try a telescopic magnet.
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Views: 983
Posted By ShortyLong

I agree with Xsleeper. Patch it & forget about...

I agree with Xsleeper. Patch it & forget about it.
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