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How can I quietly tear down drywall?
Awarded Sep 7 at 23:42
What's an efficient way to soundproof the space between my door frame and wall frame?
Awarded Jan 8, 2022 at 0:51
What is a "rigid surface"?
Awarded Apr 15, 2021 at 14:29
Is there a special name in the US for round/hollow neoprene door seals like these?
Awarded Mar 18, 2021 at 16:42
Why is my outdoor air conditioner unit making a screeching/squeeling sound?
Awarded Feb 13, 2021 at 19:53
Is it possible to fry a lamp's internal wiring if I put the wrong bulb in?
Awarded Feb 1, 2021 at 16:06
When installing new stud in existing frame, does the stud have to be the *exact* height of the inside of the frame?
Awarded Nov 2, 2020 at 18:50
Can I blow dryer exhaust into a pillow case or sheet?
Awarded Feb 2, 2020 at 0:00
How should I store between 30 and 50 sheets of QuietRock ES?
Awarded Sep 30, 2019 at 23:50
Is there code that states there must be a sheet of plastic between vinyl siding and the house sheathing?
Awarded Jul 23, 2019 at 17:40
What can I do to make my new bathroom vanity more stable?
Awarded Jun 27, 2019 at 5:40
Is there anything that common house ants won't burrow through?
Awarded Aug 30, 2018 at 22:35
How can I attach a 1/8" strip of steel to MDF so that it stays secure forever for eternity?
Awarded Aug 28, 2018 at 13:30
Is there a way to drill a 1"-diameter hole through 1/8"-thick steel using a standard cordless power drill?
Awarded Apr 16, 2018 at 0:12
Moving my washer and dryer will mean I'll need to move my dryer exhaust vent. How should I go about this?
Awarded Mar 20, 2018 at 10:55
Installing new toilet. Does the wax ring have to fit snug around the hole in the underside of the toilet?
Awarded Mar 18, 2018 at 15:59
When finishing drywall, is it a common practice not to mud the bottom of horizontally-hung drywall?
Awarded Dec 2, 2017 at 16:45
Are there manual pumps that can be use to drain water from a toilet prior to uninstalling it?
Awarded Oct 3, 2017 at 20:44
What do you call the attach-y things on the business end of adjustable shelf brackets?
Awarded May 17, 2017 at 17:02
Does anyone find any problems with this method of running speaker wire under the carpet?
Awarded Feb 22, 2017 at 17:21
How do I cap the wires in this electric smoke alarm?
Awarded Jan 20, 2017 at 23:58
Is it possible to install a 1/2" collet on my palm router?
Awarded Jan 12, 2017 at 21:22
Our vinyl floor install will need to be redone -- will new vinyl need to be used, or can the existing vinyl be reused?
Awarded Dec 26, 2016 at 17:36
How to patch a hole in stained wood (oak) so that the patch material matches the wood as close as possible?
Awarded Oct 18, 2016 at 20:01
Are these drywall screws properly driven/countersunk?
Awarded Jul 29, 2016 at 18:48
How do I corner bead around two layers of 5/8" drywall?
Awarded Jul 29, 2016 at 17:43
Do I need to caulk where my vinyl siding meets the edge of my windows?
Awarded Mar 31, 2016 at 3:41
Are these drywall screws driven too deep into the sheet?
Awarded Mar 28, 2016 at 22:31
Do you really *have* to mortise for hinges and other door hardware?
Awarded Mar 11, 2016 at 3:22
Is there a tool designed for holding multiple electrical wires together to keep them in place for wire nut?
Awarded Feb 15, 2016 at 22:54
Is it possible to splice this garage door safety sensor wire with some other wire?
Awarded Feb 13, 2016 at 18:29
Can I put acoustical putty *inside* the electrical box rather than around the outside?
Awarded Jan 21, 2016 at 15:42
When hanging two layers of drywall, can the first layer be hung with the facing to the studs?
Awarded Sep 24, 2015 at 22:48
Soundproofing a floor: How about cement backer board w/ Green Glue and mass-loaded vinyl?
Awarded Jul 28, 2015 at 11:04
How do I soundproof my vaulted townhouse wall?
Awarded Jun 27, 2015 at 22:28
What is a heavy, dense wood for a soundproof door assembly I am putting together?
Awarded Jun 10, 2015 at 17:52
What's the best material to patch gaps between moulding and the wall?
Awarded Jun 7, 2015 at 2:27
What are the implications of driving a drywall screw too far into the sheet?
Awarded May 24, 2015 at 9:43
How can I cut/route a small, straight slot through a piece of wood?
Awarded May 19, 2015 at 14:51
How do I measure the leg positions for a three-legged table with a circular top?
Awarded Apr 10, 2015 at 5:08
What happens if I shave a little sliver off electrical wire with a utility knife?
Awarded Mar 28, 2015 at 8:07
What's the proper method for installing new studs in existing frame?
Awarded Mar 2, 2015 at 6:25
Is krypton gas more energy-efficient that low-e argon?
Awarded Jan 19, 2015 at 16:39
What's the minimum reasonable thickness for subfloor in my attic?
Awarded Dec 27, 2014 at 16:06
How do I properly prepare newly-finished drywall for priming?
Awarded Nov 19, 2014 at 14:21
How can I shave about 1/8" from a 8'x3/4"x1 1/2" strip of oak?
Awarded Nov 12, 2014 at 20:21
How can I repair a hole in my subfloor?
Awarded Nov 7, 2014 at 18:49
How can I make trapezoid-shaped wood board (beveled edges)?
Awarded Oct 27, 2014 at 21:26
How to screw the edge of a sheet of drywall where there is no stud directly behind it?
Awarded Oct 25, 2014 at 19:00
Is it typical for the metal of corner bead to be exposed after it is finished being mudded?
Awarded Oct 15, 2014 at 20:57
Is there a minimum, NEC-compliant distance that an electrical outlet can be off the floor in my home?
Awarded Oct 11, 2014 at 19:38
Can I extend an electrical ground wire with a copper wire crimp?
Awarded Aug 25, 2014 at 20:37
Finishing drywall: How do I finish over screws that refuse to recess/dimple into the drywall?
Awarded Aug 12, 2014 at 21:46
How can I make a sturdy frame out of square, steel tubing?
Awarded Aug 9, 2014 at 20:52
How can I remove just one tongue-and-groove subfloor board?
Awarded Jul 18, 2014 at 16:47
Carpet company wants to charge me for the waste they will have left over. Is this normal?
Awarded Jul 15, 2014 at 18:16
Is there a way to store drywall vertically on its side?
Awarded Jun 28, 2014 at 6:13
How do I extend electrical boxes 3 inches or more?
Awarded Jun 24, 2014 at 3:01
Why does the air flow heavily from my downstairs vents, but very weak from my upstairs vents?
Awarded Jun 17, 2014 at 3:53
How can I calculate the yield strength of steel tube?
Awarded May 18, 2014 at 15:27
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