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How do I extend electrical boxes 3 inches or more?

asked Nov 21, 2011 at 23:17

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Soundproofing a floor: How about cement backer board w/ Green Glue and mass-loaded vinyl?

asked Nov 16, 2011 at 11:56

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Is there a way to drill a 1"-diameter hole through 1/8"-thick steel using a standard cordless power drill?

asked Mar 21, 2013 at 0:11

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Is there a tool designed for holding multiple electrical wires together to keep them in place for wire nut?

asked Apr 23, 2013 at 14:23

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Is it typical for the metal of corner bead to be exposed after it is finished being mudded?

asked Nov 20, 2012 at 1:14

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What can I use as a guide for my circular saw if I need to rip an 8' segment out of a sheet of plywood?

asked Dec 27, 2012 at 20:23

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Are these drywall screws driven too deep into the sheet?

asked Nov 15, 2012 at 10:03

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Do you really have to mortise for hinges and other door hardware?

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Do I really have to fasten interior-wall electrical wire to a stud to keep it from moving?

asked Jan 21, 2012 at 23:29

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Can I extend an electrical ground wire with a copper wire crimp?

asked Jan 21, 2012 at 22:26

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I modified a nail-in electrical box to use screws instead of nails. Is there some code that prevents that?

asked Jan 22, 2012 at 16:49

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Can I put acoustical putty inside the electrical box rather than around the outside?

asked Dec 3, 2012 at 21:17

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What's the proper method for installing new studs in existing frame?

asked Nov 14, 2011 at 12:57

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Is there an NEC-compliant method of repairing minor damage to electrical wire insulation without a junction box?

asked Jan 30, 2012 at 15:24

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How do I cap the wires in this electric smoke alarm?

asked Jan 24, 2012 at 2:38

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How can I quietly tear down drywall?

asked Nov 11, 2011 at 13:13

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What's an efficient way to soundproof the space between my door frame and wall frame?

asked Nov 16, 2012 at 15:05

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Is there anything that common house ants won't burrow through?

asked Jun 12, 2014 at 13:17

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How can I create a platform on my stairs strong enough to support a ladder?

asked Dec 22, 2011 at 12:45

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Is it possible to fry a lamp's internal wiring if I put the wrong bulb in?

asked Apr 18, 2015 at 23:42

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How can I calculate the yield strength of steel tube?

asked May 2, 2013 at 16:54

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Reinforcing a load-bearing bolt in metal-to-metal assembly

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How to mount load-bearing assembly meant to be installed into joists

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When bolting down a porcelain toilet, how tight is "too tight"?

asked Oct 15, 2011 at 19:07

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What is a heavy, dense wood for a soundproof door assembly I am putting together?

asked Feb 13, 2012 at 15:34

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When hanging two layers of drywall, can the first layer be hung with the facing to the studs?

asked Nov 5, 2012 at 18:45

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How do I ensure my wood screws have a minimum of 120 lbs pull out or shear strength?

asked Nov 1, 2012 at 21:17

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Can I blow dryer exhaust into a pillow case or sheet?

asked Nov 26, 2013 at 1:42

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Do I need to caulk where my vinyl siding meets the edge of my windows?

asked Dec 16, 2014 at 11:32

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How can I shave about 1/8" from a 8'x3/4"x1 1/2" strip of oak?

asked Jan 23, 2013 at 13:48

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How do I extend electrical boxes 3 inches or more?

Soundproofing a floor: How about cement backer board w/ Green Glue and mass-loaded vinyl?

Is there a way to drill a 1"-diameter hole through 1/8"-thick steel using a standard cordless power drill?

Is there a tool designed for holding multiple electrical wires together to keep them in place for wire nut?

Is it typical for the metal of corner bead to be exposed after it is finished being mudded?

What can I use as a guide for my circular saw if I need to rip an 8' segment out of a sheet of plywood?

Are these drywall screws driven too deep into the sheet?

Do you really have to mortise for hinges and other door hardware?

Do I really have to fasten interior-wall electrical wire to a stud to keep it from moving?

Can I extend an electrical ground wire with a copper wire crimp?

I modified a nail-in electrical box to use screws instead of nails. Is there some code that prevents that?

Can I put acoustical putty inside the electrical box rather than around the outside?

What's the proper method for installing new studs in existing frame?

Is there an NEC-compliant method of repairing minor damage to electrical wire insulation without a junction box?

How do I cap the wires in this electric smoke alarm?

How can I quietly tear down drywall?

What's an efficient way to soundproof the space between my door frame and wall frame?

Is there anything that common house ants won't burrow through?

How can I create a platform on my stairs strong enough to support a ladder?

Is it possible to fry a lamp's internal wiring if I put the wrong bulb in?

How can I calculate the yield strength of steel tube?

Reinforcing a load-bearing bolt in metal-to-metal assembly

How to mount load-bearing assembly meant to be installed into joists

When bolting down a porcelain toilet, how tight is "too tight"?

What is a heavy, dense wood for a soundproof door assembly I am putting together?

When hanging two layers of drywall, can the first layer be hung with the facing to the studs?

How do I ensure my wood screws have a minimum of 120 lbs pull out or shear strength?

Can I blow dryer exhaust into a pillow case or sheet?

Do I need to caulk where my vinyl siding meets the edge of my windows?

How can I shave about 1/8" from a 8'x3/4"x1 1/2" strip of oak?