re:Speaker wire

Usually speaker wire that is not rated for inwall use, does not have the proper fire rating. I ran moderately priced speaker wire in my house (mons...

about 7 years by hammerman

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re:mounting grab bars

One other thing that will make the job easier. Use a nail punch and lightly tap it into the tile where you plan on drilling. Do this until you ha...

about 9 years by hammerman

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can you stain over wood filler?

Don't use wood filler. It never stains the same colors as the wood. What you need to no is after staining and applying the poly, use a wood putty...

about 9 years by hammerman

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What happened to this place?

This place is dead...what happened? No one replies to posts anymore.

about 9 years by bobmckee

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Can sellers demand we put X amount down?

Are you talking about the good faith money you put in escrow or the downpayment you make with when getting your mortgage. If its the latter than i...

about 9 years by hammerman

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Concrete Patio

Hi, I am planning on having a concrete patio installed in back yard and have a few questions. The patio will be 23' x 12' with a small 8' x 2' ...

about 9 years by homebild

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Tappan Fabulous 400 For Sale........

Try ebay not a help forum.

over 9 years by hammerman

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Sump pump help please !!

It might be your float. Its a small piece of plastic (like a ball) on a small arm that can move up and down. When the sump crock(or pit) fills up...

over 9 years by hammerman

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Laminate flooring on stairs

I'm not an installer but that sounds extremely high. Although I know it's possible to do, I was always lead to believe that it's not a good idea to...

over 9 years by hammerman

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running toilet

Sounds like it's your flapper. It could be worn or dirty. The flapper is the piece of rubber at the bottom of the tank the lifts up when you flush...

over 9 years by hammerman

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what brand and type of paint?

You've just opened a big can worms. Let the fights begin. I personally like Sherwin Williams as I've had very good luck with their products and h...

over 9 years by hammerman

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exterior paint removal

You can look into something called peelaway. It will still require some effort. They claim to be able to dissolve many layers of old paint in one...

over 9 years by hammerman

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exterior paints

opps This was meant to be a reply to psrjane janes message below. Sorry all.

over 9 years by hammerman

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exterior paints

I know exterior paints have mildewcides (sp?) in them to prevent the growth of mildew. I'm not sure i'd want them on an interior surface but I'm n...

over 9 years by hammerman

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Superglue removal from carpet

I hate to say it...but you're pretty much screwed. That rug is ruined.

over 9 years by hammerman

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Refinishing Oak Stair Treads

Hi,I will be sanding and refinishing the treads on my stairs. I need a little advice on the grit of the sandpaper. I plan to use a minwax stain and...

5 months by nick: ashshipl

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