wood gate metal supports
I was viewing an older Bob Vila episode.They used a metal support that surounded thethe 2x cleats, this made the gate door stronger. Where can I fi...
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almost 12 years by 2407
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Window Screen Track Replacement
I have vinyl windows with a removable screen track. The track is in the shape of an S with one half having a .050 inch opening to clip on to the wi...
almost 12 years by johnlambert
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answers948
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UGLY exterior doors!
I'm renting a nice home with two of the ugliest double doors in the front of the house that I've ever seen. The landlord isn't interested in fixin...
almost 12 years by collie201
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answers112
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warped bathroom door
I have one of those "composite" doors on my bathroom. The bottom of the door needed to be cut, so now moisture has infiltrated the door, causing i...
almost 12 years by rpxlpx
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answers743
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Sun and Views
We are planning a house in mountain country in Canada with a very good open view to the south and west. We are thinking of a cathedral wall facing ...
almost 12 years by LDoyle
3
answers273
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Stuck entry door
I need help!! My front door knob will turn but the bolt doesn't move. I've removed the screws and tried to see how to move it. It's not like an in...
almost 12 years by rpxlpx
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answers527
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Need Help - Screening Arched Windows
How do i make a frame to screen my arched windows with solar screening? I'm wanting to make one big screen to cover the whole window frame. I hav...
almost 12 years by Herschel Gibbs
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answers898
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Wooden Inside Window Shutter
I am looking for directions to make or a place I may purchase real wood inside window shutters. Most local stores seem to carry the new faux wood p...
almost 12 years by Norma
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answers1014
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drafty replacement windows
Hi, I had Harvey (a Massachusetts-based mfr) installed about 5 years ago. There is a real draft where the window closes. The installer says it'...
almost 12 years by LDoyle
1
answers271
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New Door Between Kitchen and Garage
My husband and I are trying to install a new door between our kitchen and garage. We purchased a prehung steel door with an insulated core. Because...
almost 12 years by rpxlpx
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answers1159
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Painted Shut Windows
In my eighty-three year old house almost every window is painted shut!Is there a way to unstick them without damaging the trim around them.Thanks!
almost 12 years by rpxlpx
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answers450
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Double door threshold
I'm looking for a threshold for a 60" exterior door. Home Depot onlt sells 36". Does anybody know where I can get one? I have a double door with a ...
almost 12 years by blt1301
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answers273
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Arched Doorway
I'm connecting two rooms with an arched doorway----no door or frame, but just a smooth arched surface/sides 36x80. What does the frame look like? ...
almost 12 years by Jay J
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answers946
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storm windows
i am remodeling the upstairs of my cape that was an attic and i need to know the correct way to measure for storm windows.thanx for the help
almost 12 years by Jay J
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answers695
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Dogs vs door/window frames
We have 2 dogs ranging from ages 7 mo's - 1 1/2. They have done some "a lot" of chewing on the wood frames around the back door & the windows. We...
almost 12 years by rpxlpx
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answers539
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Window Tinting
I need a sure fire way to tint my bedroom windows--are there any "secret" hints that would make things secure--Ive already tried once and they peel...
almost 12 years by LIVEFURY
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answers922
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Removing window glazing
I'm trying to repair some old double hung windows. The glazing is old and hard and I end up breaking the windows. I'm resorted to patching the gl...
almost 12 years by PattyB
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answers806
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Looking for New (Sound-Insulating) Windows
I need to replace my windows and, with itbeing such a big investment, I'd like someadvice. The old windows are poor quality -- very drafty and in ...
almost 12 years by LDoyle
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answers879
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Condensation on OUTSIDE of Windows
We live in a new home (1 yr old). Each summer, as soon as it begins to get really hot & humid outside (usually only when over about 90 degrees), w...
almost 12 years by Jay J
2
answers763
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storm windows
I have a home that was built in 1904 and has the original wood storm windows. I want to replace the storm windows with new exterior storm windows a...
almost 12 years by pjoseph
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answers650
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