Painting Cedar shingles
Going to start painting the outside. Any suggestions on a roller,the shingles expose about 5 inches. Thanks.
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The ceiling lights in my cathedral living room ceiling leak a lot of heat. The result is serious ice dams.Is there any way to seal around the lights?
about 1 year by Radiator_Steve
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Framing nailer for light use?
I'll be attempting to build at least 1 shed this Spring, Any recommendations on a framing nailer for light and sporadic use? Thanks.
over 1 year by lrodptl
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How to? 16"x16"x10' Slab.
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Cutting.
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almost 5 years by lrodptl
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almost 5 years by lrodptl
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over 5 years by lrodptl
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OK
I usually don't need help but absent a wiring diagram that included the air handler I came here.
over 5 years by lrodptl
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3 days running
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You're smart!
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over 5 years by lrodptl
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over 5 years by lrodptl
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about 6 years by lrodptl
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removing one brick to replace with commemorative brick
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over 6 years by Piffin
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Water based poly over oil based
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almost 7 years by BruceRidenour
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Shed Floor weight bearing capability.
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over 7 years by lrodptl
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over 7 years by lrodptl
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Installation problem
My last 5 questions and no replies. Why bother?
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Hardwood flooring installation problem
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about 8 years by tomh
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Interior Pre-Hung Doors
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about 8 years by lrodptl
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