Big Painting Project
It can be sprayed, but the spray cans are expensive. They have a top nozzle can for ceilings, and a regular nozzle can for general duty. I don't ...
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over 10 years by JayF
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Big Painting Project
You're probably going to be using a whole lot of Kilz to start out with on the nicotene stains. I'll leave the rest to the others here.
over 10 years by JayF
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painting over hinges??
My wife and I recently refinished our cabinets and hinges in our '50s era ranch. The hinges were originally gold. My wife took the hinges, wire b...
over 10 years by JayF
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Dimmer switch on low voltage lights possible?
Probably not a regular lutron or whatever- The couple of sets of low-voltage lights that we have set up in our house all require a magnetic dimmer.
over 10 years by JayF
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Help! Painting MH over wallpaper
Check this link out: http://alsnetbiz.com/homeimprovement/faq17.html
over 10 years by JayF
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Think I already know the answer to this....
but it can't hurt to ask....I have one chimney in the house that runs from the cellar and out the roof. It's pretty much square and I'd estimate i...
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Help painting garage
When you're ready to prime before painting, use a PVA primer / sealer on the walls.
over 10 years by JayF
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Above Stove Microwave combo
-edited-I sound like a goofball. So basically I should break out my multitester before I go touching anything in the panel even after shutting off...
over 10 years by JayF
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Above Stove Microwave combo
I did see where I said that. Major screwup on my part. 12 gauge for 20 and 14 for 15. Sorry about that.
over 10 years by JayF
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Above Stove Microwave combo
I'm getting ready to install our above stove microwave / hood combination and it has these requirements:120V, 60Hz120V, single-phase 60Hz15-20 amp ...
over 10 years by electricmanscott
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New Wiring
14 gauge for 15 amp and 12 gauge for 20 amp[This message has been edited by JayF (edited December 02, 2002).]
over 10 years by JayF
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Wall Paper HELP!!!
My wife and I bought a 1950's era ranch this past May with the intention to remodel and got WAY more than we bargained for in the process.Whether y...
over 10 years by JayF
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Water Repellent on new deck?
Using a topical water repellent on your decking, handrails, etc = a big YES! It's not such a big deal on the joists and posts though. Not necessa...
over 10 years by JayF
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cutting kitchen countertop with laminate
I just cut the sinkhole two weeks ago in our new preformed Wilsonart Laminate countertop. Yes, you do want to mask the line (build it up with a co...
over 10 years by JayF
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Cabinet Crown Molding + Tough Ceiling
I actually registered here to ask this question, so I'm praying that someone has the answer. I'm almost finished remodeling my kitchen, and I'm re...
over 10 years by ACD
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Deck Screws or what?
Deckmate is a good screw. Whenever using pressure-treated lumber you should always use hot-dipped galvanized fasteners.
over 10 years by JayF
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home depot deck program
I wouldn't be so quick to blame Depot. There are certain dimensions (2x12, for example) that they only stock a 12 and 16 foot long length when it ...
over 10 years by JayF
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Removing company stamp (dye) from lumber
The stamp is made with indelible ink, and is not meant to be removed (at least from our standpoint). The stamp is there to protect you from someon...
over 10 years by JayF
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