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Forum: Decks, Patios, Porches, Walkways, Driveways, Stairs, Steps and Docks
06-08-15, 10:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,163
Posted By duffeymt

I put some elbow grease into it, bought some...

I put some elbow grease into it, bought some extra pads and went to town. I am now stripping it clean 100%.

Now, what about the side of the boards, you can clearly see the old stain - what is...
Forum: Decks, Patios, Porches, Walkways, Driveways, Stairs, Steps and Docks
06-05-15, 08:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,163
Posted By duffeymt

So again, this sanding job on this board looks...

So again, this sanding job on this board looks good to go for apply a semi over the top?
Forum: Decks, Patios, Porches, Walkways, Driveways, Stairs, Steps and Docks
06-04-15, 02:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,163
Posted By duffeymt

Ha, I'm not done prepping and last board is the...

Ha, I'm not done prepping and last board is the outer I edge I haven't gotten to yet with my sander!

Yes, the TWP stains will be semi.

OK, so you don't think that the minimal remnants of...
Forum: Decks, Patios, Porches, Walkways, Driveways, Stairs, Steps and Docks
06-04-15, 01:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,163
Posted By duffeymt

I am going to use TWP 1500 cedartone, honeytone...

I am going to use TWP 1500 cedartone, honeytone or pecan on the horizontals.
Forum: Decks, Patios, Porches, Walkways, Driveways, Stairs, Steps and Docks
06-04-15, 11:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,163
Posted By duffeymt

Help with sanding of cedar deck...pics included

I initially tried to strip the but was unsuccessful as the Behr semi-trans stain was like paint - just didn't want to come off. I used Defy stripper and a pressure washer (even agitated the stripper...
Forum: Decks, Patios, Porches, Walkways, Driveways, Stairs, Steps and Docks
05-21-15, 03:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 780
Posted By duffeymt

So the electric would be fine for cleaning and...

So the electric would be fine for cleaning and stripping a deck and a fence?

Also, how would you recommend I strip that privacy wall - it is a lattice panel hat is quite large - can I spray it...
Forum: Decks, Patios, Porches, Walkways, Driveways, Stairs, Steps and Docks
05-21-15, 02:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 780
Posted By duffeymt

Stripping, cleaning and staining old deck

Hi everyone!

I am a total beginner, but I need to bring an old deck back to life, along with choosing a great stain (2 tone with solid and a semi-trans) and matching a new fence that runs into the...
Forum: Decks, Patios, Porches, Walkways, Driveways, Stairs, Steps and Docks
04-09-12, 11:06 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,641
Posted By duffeymt

New 3 story Deck - Wood Beams Cracking - PICS

We had a 3 story rear deck built this last November and I just noticed a lot of large cracks developing in the wood. Is this normal or of any concern?
...
Forum: Doors, Skylights and Windows
10-19-10, 09:52 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,074
Posted By duffeymt

Help HOA pick out new 6 panel, fiberglass front doors for our building

We need new front doors for our 3 unit building. We need something middle of the road, not the cheapest but not the best...something that is sturdy, secure, warm, and maintenance free.

I am...
Forum: Cleaning and Restoration. Plus Mold, Mildew and Stain Removal
08-05-09, 07:33 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,013
Posted By duffeymt

dried dog vomit on ribbed courdiroy microfiber!

my dog must have thrown up on my couch yesterday as I just noticed it and it is completely dry (and crusty). there is no odor - but I am worried that this will leave a stain. any recomendations on...
Forum: Doors, Skylights and Windows
07-01-09, 11:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,197
Posted By duffeymt

This will be used over an exterior door - just a...

This will be used over an exterior door - just a storm/screen door. I did read that page, but I had a hard time finding storm doors that would qualify.
Forum: Doors, Skylights and Windows
07-01-09, 09:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,197
Posted By duffeymt

New Tax Credit - Which Storm Door?

I need to replace a storm door on my entrance to a patio and was wondering if anyone could recommend a good storm door that is applicable to the new tax credit for 30% up to $1500 on materials and...
Forum: Electrical - AC & DC
06-25-09, 08:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,387
Posted By duffeymt

I own the top floor of a 3 unit flat. The other...

I own the top floor of a 3 unit flat. The other two units each have their own condenser on the roof as well, above me. Each unit has its own circuit, but I am not sure what size they are.

What...
Forum: Electrical - AC & DC
06-24-09, 12:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,387
Posted By duffeymt

Nice. Do you have any reccomendations on the...

Nice. Do you have any reccomendations on the best bang for your buck on new units, i.e. brand/model?
Forum: Electrical - AC & DC
06-24-09, 11:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,387
Posted By duffeymt

thanks for the reply! Is there anything that can...

thanks for the reply! Is there anything that can be done to prevent the air conditioner from sucking up as much power to alleviate the dimming?

Also, when you say older style 'blower', are you...
Forum: Electrical - AC & DC
06-23-09, 08:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,387
Posted By duffeymt

All lighting dims when AC Unit Kicks In

Everytime my AC Unit kicks on, all of the lighting in my unit dims quickly. The unit itself is also very very loud! I am on the top floor of a 3 unit flat and all of the AC condensors are right...
Forum: Electrical - AC & DC
05-31-09, 07:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,104
Posted By duffeymt

thanks for the responses! So no worries about...

thanks for the responses! So no worries about rain or anything - I am sure it wasn't completely water proof with the old light installed, but not sure.

Also, can I power on the circuit for...
Forum: Electrical - AC & DC
05-31-09, 05:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,104
Posted By duffeymt

Can I leave wires from an uninstalled sconce outside exposed?

I turned the circuit off and uninstalled a sconce outside my front door. I ran into some problems trying to attach the new mount on the existing electrical box.

Can I leave this exposed for...
Forum: Plumbing and Piping
12-02-08, 09:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 643
Posted By duffeymt

Low bath pressure...

I recently moved into a new house and I have Rheem gas water heater roughly 11 years old. I get plenty of hot water out of my faucets and shower heads, BUT...whenever I run water out for a bath, the...
Forum: Water Heaters
12-02-08, 08:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,880
Posted By duffeymt

Gas Water Heater...Not enough hot water OR weak pressure....

I recently moved into a new house and I have Rheem gas water heater roughly 11 years old. I get plenty of hot water out of my faucets and shower heads, BUT...whenever I run water out for a bath, the...
Forum: Painting & Staining. All Interior and Exterior Surfaces
11-25-08, 08:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,876
Posted By duffeymt

Primed over dark gray, painted white, looks blue

My bathroom walls were a dark gray and my ceiling was white. I primed the walls and then painted the walls and celing the same shade of white (1 coat). The walls look like a blueish white and the...
Forum: Wall and Flooring Indoor Tiling
11-08-08, 09:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,050
Posted By duffeymt

$4.50/sq ft tile versus $2.00 sq ft tile

I went strolling for 3x6 subway tile today and compared three different stores, two local and Home Depot. The two locals were priced at $4.50 per sq ft while the Depot came in at about $2.00.
...
Forum: Wall and Flooring Indoor Tiling
10-31-08, 08:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,006
Posted By duffeymt

And is only 1 coat good enough? Would 1 gallon...

And is only 1 coat good enough? Would 1 gallon cover a standard size shower enclosure?
Forum: Wall and Flooring Indoor Tiling
10-31-08, 08:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,006
Posted By duffeymt

Is there an easy way to determine if there is a...

Is there an easy way to determine if there is a vapor wall behind the cement boards without taking them down? If i cannot determine that and just apply the membrane over the cement board as is,...
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