Sidewalk pavers
I have concrete walkway and patio. Can I cover these with brick pavers? Should I include a layer of sand between the sidewalk and the paver? Are...
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over 14 years by SprungJo
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Renovation
We live in San Diego, and are planning a 900 sq ft addition to our existing house. It will include a 30ft. long x 6ft. high retaining wall, 1 1/2 ...
over 14 years by katie
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answers853
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Drywall
I beleive it was the episode of the Malibu construction. Rather than use traditional drywall another item was used it its place. Made from re-cycle...
over 14 years by larryl
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answers740
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Looking for J.R. Ceramicos
About six years ago, Bob did a Spanish styleMalibu house on the show, and used ceramictiles from a company called J.R. Ceramicosin Tecate, Mexico. ...
over 14 years by SprungJo
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answers821
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What do you know about power tools that have taken a swim?
I returned home on the 1st of the year to 4 1/2 feet of water in my basement. This covered my workbench and was drownding my tools. My bench grinde...
over 14 years by Leveler
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answers680
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Framing stairs.
Does anyone know a simple (or complex) formula for determining treads and risers for stairs? ie: you know how high the stairs are going to be and ...
over 14 years by DR HOME
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answers1043
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missing male gene for home repair
I have recently moved in to a fantastic 1932English Tudor home but unfortunately I'm missing the male gene for home repair and need your assistance...
over 14 years by SprungJo
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answers493
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Insulation
I saw an episode from one of your shows where you used "Insolene" insulation? The type that expands when you spray it on. I would like to use tha...
over 14 years by BobB
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answers1047
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garage door opener
my garage door opener works fine in hot, warm, and cool weather, but when it is cold out it only raises up anywhere from 6 inches to a couple feet....
over 14 years by cocoa
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answers1027
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footer/block vs. polebuilding style garage
I'm going to be building an approximate 24' x 40' 3-car garage in the spring. Currently, I am trying to determine if I should build it conventional...
over 14 years by DR HOME
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answers752
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hanging frames
What is the best way to hang heavy frames or objects on a plaster and lathe wall?
over 14 years by jcurry
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answers774
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Footer/Block Foundation vs. Pole-building Style Garage??
I'm going to be building an approximate 24' x 40' 3-car garage in the spring. Currently, I am trying to determine if I should build it conventional...
over 14 years by Gunn
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answers180
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plumb hammer
i need some help to find a plumb hammer that i saw but cannot find anywhere.it has waffle head or face and on the claw side an axe . ihave saw diff...
over 14 years by Thomas M
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answers1012
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Framing a Corner
I will assisting a friend frame out a roomin his basement. I;ve done framing before, but I never done an inside or outside corner.Can someone tell ...
over 14 years by shep
2
answers343
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Difficult/Expensive to add fireplace?
I'm currently looking to purchase a 1920-1930 bungalow, and I REALLY want a woodburning fireplace (the couple I've looked at don't have one). Is i...
over 14 years by cph
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answers325
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a new finish for dark kitchen cabinets
Desperately seeking answer!Bob appeared recently on a national morning news show and demonstrated a way to give dark oak cabinets a new finish. He...
over 14 years by kelly
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answers1007
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Accessory Speeds
I recently purchased an adjustable Dado attachment for my table saw (at a good price I might add). However, the max speed on the Dado is 4500 rpm....
over 14 years by DanMantooth
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answers75
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steam or water radiator removal
I have an old house (80 years) with large radiators that are no longer used. I would like to know how to take them apart so I can remove them from ...
over 14 years by bhumphre
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answers464
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air humidilty level
The air in our 99 year old house is very dry despite our 12 gallon home humidifier. Any economical/practical solution?
over 14 years by DR HOME
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answers498
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Front porch repair
I am trying to find out the best material and method for installation of a front porch on my 1895 house. It currently has a new porch less than 6 m...
over 14 years by Harry
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answers442
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