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What post size should I use for a 20'x24' deck Depends on how many posts you are going to use, the footers, local codes, and the load they are going to support. As for what looks better, it will depend on the style of deck, materials used, the balance with the house, and personal subjective opinion. (In other words, this isn't really an answerable question with the lack of details) |
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May 22 |
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What are disadvantages of wood floor covering in shower? The wood in that shower looks like wood deck panels. Ipe or teak or other outdoor wood attached to plastic grids that snap together. So, you still need a proper shower pan and tiled floor, but could simply place those on top. They'll eventually get gunky and you'll want to replacement. |
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May 17 |
awarded | Popular Question |
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May 16 |
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My radon manometer has a red reading, what should I do? A radon system is pretty simple technology: pipe with a fan. |
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May 15 |
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What is the best way to get an elliptic transparent plastic surface? Look into vacuum forming. |
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May 15 |
answered | How can I hang a shelf with no visible fasteners? |
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May 15 |
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What should I do with an old, unused septic tank in my yard? Would there be asbestos in a septic tank!? |
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May 14 |
reviewed | Reject suggested edit on Can I paint over wallpaper? |
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May 14 |
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Should I triple up 2x6, or 2x8 to help level a floor? Note that if you are installing a beam, you'll likely need a footer under the beam posts--unless you can span the beam to be carried by the foundation walls (which will take some retrofitting of the walls). |
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May 13 |
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How can I block off scorching sunlight from coming through my windows? You're asking about the window, but also claim that heat just comes through the walls. Sounds like you live in a poorly insulated structure. Short of the tree idea, I'd say your next best bet is some external shade device...a trellis, or awnings, or increased roof overhang. |
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May 13 |
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Is it OK to vent a first floor bathroom with a fan and a duct running through the basement? Can you not shoot straight out the exterior wall? Might save a lot of effort/money in duct work. |
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May 13 |
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Should you chemically treat wood that is outside and under a roof? most houses are built with non-treated wood for a majority of it. You only need treated wood when it's potentially in contact with moisture. |
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May 12 |
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Is an LED light strip safe to use under a bed? @HenryJackson thank you for the clarification! |
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May 10 |
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Can you ID this shower system/panel product? @DMoore I completely agree with you. I love the concept of the panel and all-in-one systems. It just makes sense to have a more continuos waterproof material. Alas, the range of aesthetic options still seems woefully lacking. |
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May 10 |
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Can you ID this shower system/panel product? @hbmcc I'd say this is much cheaper to install than to hire a skilled tiler. And given the angles the walls meet at, I'm pretty sure this builder took the cheap route a much as possible. ;) |
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May 10 |
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What is an alternative to a vacuum cleaner for cleaning carpets? That will sweep, but not 'suck' deeper dirt, so aren't really designed for serious cleaning. |
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May 10 |
answered | What is involved in ripping out carpets and put in fake wood floors for an apartment floor overhaul? |
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May 8 |
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What should I expect when removing a chimney? We can't possibly give you a cost, as that'd be incredibly variable. The approach is typically tossing the bricks down, though. |
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May 7 |
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Insulating attic ceiling and looking for synthetic t&g ceiling boards @DMoore this post is now a bit dated. We left the house in MN and headed to the coast for cooler summers. :) At the time, though, we had window units. The one upstairs had to run constantly to keep the upstairs comfortable. Had we stayed, we were hoping to beef up the insulation a bit in hopes of reducing the need for constant AC. |
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May 6 |
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How do I deal with a joist in the way of where I need to run a pipe? A 2" notch on that size joist seems questionable...but I'll defer to the experts. |
