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11-05-07, 11:39 AM
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Plank subfloor 1950's remodeling Bath
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Plank subfloor 1950's remodeling Bath
My whole house has 5/8ths" planks arranged at 45deg angle to the common joists above a crawlspace. The planks are in decent shape, but are old, no noticeable rot or termites. I'm redoing the master...
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Framing, Flooring and Sub-Flooring
11-05-07, 11:17 AM
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bathroom subfloor patch
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A lot of things would be easier, but if the joist...
A lot of things would be easier, but if the joist is compromised, why would you want to "patch" it?
Wood is cheap. Cut out the 3/4 ply section, double the joist and splint it to the old one and pop...
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03-29-07, 04:50 PM
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Door styles, Modern, commercial, or otherwise not stamped or ubiquitous
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Door styles, Modern, commercial, or otherwise not stamped or ubiquitous
We have a mid fifties home that has some modern leanings, and I'm planning on replacing the ill fitting and tired entry doors. Problem is I detest 99% of any design I find at a reasonable price. We...
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Possible to Span 20ft for Awning?
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why not a 4 post pergola? Rather than...
why not a 4 post pergola?
Rather than stretch that fabric awning in an area with occasional wind issues building something more robust that design wise could feature a taller frame than the...
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01-29-07, 12:42 PM
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Contractors having trouble setting stone veneer. Help
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yeah, I guess you are right on that one. Another...
yeah, I guess you are right on that one. Another idea that dawned on me was that these guys are used to doing , slab work, garage pads, steps, sidewalks etc. I think they are more used to having a...
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Contractors having trouble setting stone veneer. Help
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they have since resolved the problem and are...
they have since resolved the problem and are doing an OKAY job, but boy am I unimpressed with "the pros". In the end I'm more or less happy with the job, but I have now refined my entire approach to...
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01-24-07, 04:14 PM
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Contractors having trouble setting stone veneer. Help
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Contractors having trouble setting stone veneer. Help
So far I have done this whole project DIY, and I got contractors to do the finish work of setting cultured stone onto a prepped scratch coat. They did not mix their mortar well as far as I can tell,...
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Cinder Block Retaining wall help needed(Reface)
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I have the same problem in my back yard and...
I have the same problem in my back yard and nearly the same dimensions. I'm considering a complete coat of stucco, or a spray tex coat someday. You could clean it well, and add a new layer of stucco...
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01-02-07, 03:23 PM
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help with bad exterior design
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Yeah, damn, not much to complain about, it's a...
Yeah, damn, not much to complain about, it's a substantial home if a bit generic.
Shutters which I hate for the most part would probably look good on this one and is a cheap fix for the short term....
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Wall and Flooring Indoor Tiling
12-21-06, 11:37 PM
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ripping out cheapo kitchen tiles ... one problem
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pics http://www.hels.com/DSC00906.jpg ...
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12-21-06, 06:21 PM
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ripping out cheapo kitchen tiles ... one problem
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Thanks for all the info. It's great stuff. I'll...
Thanks for all the info. It's great stuff. I'll post pics and you will all flame me because the kitchen looks fine by most standards, and I am being a cheap ass too. You'll see the scenario does NOT...
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Wall and Flooring Indoor Tiling
12-20-06, 11:21 AM
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ripping out cheapo kitchen tiles ... one problem
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yeah, it appears to be concrete underlayment and...
yeah, it appears to be concrete underlayment and that's what's causing it to be 3/4" higher than the adjacent rooms original wood floors. I know because there is a exposed edge. I'll try to submit...
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Wall and Flooring Indoor Tiling
12-20-06, 11:15 AM
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Intentionally staining granite countertops a different color do-able?
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Yeah, I wish I had pictures.... it's kwality...
Yeah, I wish I had pictures.... it's kwality granite, but it's the ugliest color. I'd prefer a more monotone carbon, black brown or otherwise dark tops, but that's just me.
Maybe someone els would...
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Wall and Flooring Indoor Tiling
12-19-06, 05:58 PM
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ripping out cheapo kitchen tiles ... one problem
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ripping out cheapo kitchen tiles ... one problem
In my kitchen the previous owner did a recent remodel and put in new cabinets over this lame cheapy flooring, the cabinets are fine, but the floor has to go. The tiles have cracked in one spot, and...
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Wall and Flooring Indoor Tiling
12-19-06, 05:39 PM
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Intentionally staining granite countertops a different color do-able?
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Intentionally staining granite countertops a different color do-able?
I bought a house 2 years ago that already had a "decent" and complete kitchen remodel which included all new cabinets and granite counter tops. The problem is the color of granite is a blobby salt...
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10-18-06, 07:42 PM
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Scratch coat for stone veneer. Use Mortar or Stucco Mix?
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awesome! Thanks for that info! I planned on...
awesome! Thanks for that info! I planned on disguising the whole thing with the stone anyway but this is great advice. I already have visions of all that stone popping off if I screw this up, but so...
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10-18-06, 05:56 PM
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Scratch coat for stone veneer. Use Mortar or Stucco Mix?
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Butting the two together, but took care to match...
Butting the two together, but took care to match the thickness so there is not a huge difference (depth not gap) The reason, was much of the old stucco is actually applied over the poured concrete...
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10-18-06, 04:46 PM
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Scratch coat for stone veneer. Use Mortar or Stucco Mix?
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SQ footage is approx 80-110(guesstimate) with a...
SQ footage is approx 80-110(guesstimate) with a 60/40 distribution of new mesh surface waiting for a scratch coat mated above old stucco which was applied to the lowest 1-2 ft of the house below...
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10-18-06, 11:39 AM
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Scratch coat for stone veneer. Use Mortar or Stucco Mix?
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Scratch coat for stone veneer. Use Mortar or Stucco Mix?
I'm creating a new scratch coat base layer to which I'll later be applying Cultured Stone Veneer. Question is should I use Mortar mix or a Stucco?
Only technicality is that I am extending what was...
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Painting & Staining. All Interior and Exterior Surfaces
09-05-06, 03:39 PM
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Elastomeric Paint all Hype? Or worth the trouble?
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Elastomeric Paint all Hype? Or worth the trouble?
To me this paint seems effective but it's hard to work with and I wonder if its worth the additional cost and slight hassle as it goes on so thick over stucco I'm needing to do multiple coats anyway,...
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Architecture Plans and Structural Designs
08-22-06, 03:44 PM
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Owner/Builder questions
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Owner/Builder questions
I did some searches (here and google) and came up with a few helpful hints re: Owner/Builder issues, but for example the state of CA seems to be simply cautioning the shady practice of running a...
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Garages, Garage Door Openers, Work Shops & Sheds, Breezeways and Carports
08-22-06, 10:11 AM
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Very HOT garage - need help ASAP please!
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sorry accidental repost
sorry accidental repost
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08-21-06, 05:23 PM
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Very HOT garage - need help ASAP please!
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Vent the cooler to the outside with ducting. ...
Vent the cooler to the outside with ducting.
Insulate the roof to prevent heat soak.
Install a vent in the eaves to let hot air escape.
A fan might help the heat escape.
A cieling fan might help...
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Exterior Paneling and All Exterior Sidings
08-09-06, 04:40 PM
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which blade for stucco (contiuous or segmented)
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which blade for stucco (contiuous or segmented)
Searched on installing a door where a windo is currently, and besides getting a diamond blade, I want to know what style to get. There are continuous rim styles for tile and there are blades that...
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08-09-06, 04:21 PM
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stucco cutting/removing questions
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cut vertically into the corner as much as you can...
cut vertically into the corner as much as you can score it a couple times and then chisel. and be patient. You'll probably have to do some touch up anyway. HTH
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