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Is it normal to see light between the plywood on a roof deck?
I am replacing my roof and needed plywood changed out due to water damage. They have completed the decking and are waiting for inspection prior to putting the other layers. Is it normal to see light ...
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Adding plywood flooring to attic
I'm in the US.
I'm looking into adding a plywood "floor" to an attic above a garage. I'd also like to be able to walk on the plywood.
The wooden beams that are already there are 1.75" (...
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Attic conversion subfloor questions
I am converting my walk up attic into liveable space and would like advice on the specifics of the subfloor. The floor joists are 2x12s spaced 16" OC and currently there is 1/2" plywood ...
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Attic plasterboard alternative
I want to avoid using plasterboards under the insulation of my roof and use an alternative instead.
Can I use plywood or some cork boards/sheets or anything else that is light or not as heavy as the ...
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Should I remove existing subfloor sheathing before increasing height of the floor system?
We're turning a 13x13 area of attic space into livable space. The new 13x13 area joins an existing room. The attic floor structure is: 2x8 floor joists and OSB board on top.
There is a ~5 inch step ...
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Covering sprayed attic insulation with plywood rather than drywall
I have new spray foam insulation between 2x6" rafters, and I would like to cover it directly with plywood (for aesthetic reasons) rather than drywall.
Is that an issue with fire barrier code?
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