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| location | Illinois | |
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| visits | member for | 2 years, 6 months |
| seen | Apr 10 at 1:30 | |
| stats | profile views | 18 |
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Nov 19 |
awarded | Yearling |
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Nov 19 |
awarded | Yearling |
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May 31 |
awarded | Nice Answer |
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Mar 1 |
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How do I frame a 2“ (1.5”) thick wall? +1 - This is not a bad way to do it. However, it can be tricky in a basement if the floor and/or the joists aren't exactly even. If you don't check your measurements carefully and plan ahead, you may end up with some pretty serious shimming to get things to fit. :) (In my case, on one very long basement wall, the difference between the longest and the shortest studs was about 7/8"!) |
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Mar 1 |
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How do I frame a 2“ (1.5”) thick wall? +1 for ripping your own 2x2s. I read that advice before my first construction project, and thought it was crazy to do that much extra work. I went out and bought a couple of 2x2s and they were warped beyond use after just a few days (a week on the outside) in my basement. I haven't bought one since. It really is easier to rip your own. |
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Jan 4 |
awarded | Nice Answer |
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Dec 14 |
awarded | Scholar |
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Dec 14 |
accepted | Extra insulation for panes of aging windows |
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Dec 11 |
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How do I remove water marks / stains from a marble countertop? I cleaned houses for a while in college. We made people with marble counters and showers provide their own marble polish, and most bought something similar to those Doresoom linked to. It's expensive, but anything else risks causing further damage. I've seen it happen. |
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Dec 11 |
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What tape should I use to seal leaks in forced air heating system? I agree with Niall. I only use foil tape for any kind of ductwork, even cold ventilation ducts. That Nashua tape may feel like metal, but it says right on that page that it's really made of cloth and rubber. Duct tape may have thousands of uses, but taping ducts simply isn't one of them. :) |
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Dec 10 |
answered | painting glass exterior door grilles? |
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Dec 10 |
answered | How do I cover large gaps in drywall? |
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Dec 9 |
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Extra insulation for panes of aging windows I'll probably just replace the windows before I started to worry about storm windows. They're casement (crank out) windows, so the storm windows wouldn't feel very natural. I'll probably try the plastic sheets first on the worst offender (right above our favorite couch.) If that makes it feel warmer, I'll think about covering the rest of them. |
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Dec 9 |
awarded | Student |
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Dec 9 |
asked | Extra insulation for panes of aging windows |
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Dec 3 |
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How can I stop primer from eating my roller handles? +1 I have also had similar problems with the rollers seizing up in the past, and when I upgraded to this (or a very similar) roller, I didn't have that problem anymore. It works great with both primer and paint. |
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Dec 2 |
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What the heck is/was this keypad for? You could try taking it down and seeing if you could put new batteries in it... |
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Dec 1 |
awarded | Necromancer |
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Nov 29 |
awarded | Commentator |
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Nov 29 |
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How can I run an additional electrical circuit to a wall mounted TV? I'm not sure where you would get power from, if not from another outlet, switch, or junction box. I believe most municipalities would have codes against running extension cords through the walls, if that's what you're thinking about. I'm guessing that they're not rated for use under enclosed, insulated conditions. To do this right, I would definitely tie into an existing outlet. I recommend this recessed box because I think it ends up looking cleaner and more professional than having 3 separate plates behind the TV. |
