vinyl tile over old vinyl AND concrete???
Haven't posted in awhile, but got going on a project and need some expert insight....isn K2 still out there? He always had such good ideas!!!! ...
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about 8 years by k2
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Thanks for the reply
I already removed the spacers using a nail and hammer. It worked great without any damage to the tile or the mastic. About half the spacers seeme...
almost 10 years by Tmurphy
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Excellent suggestions!
Placing spacers vertically! Good thinking! Will do that for sure next time! I had been trying to chisel the spacers out with a screw driver and...
about 9 years by Tmurphy
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Problem with cats
I just tried to post this- and it didn't seem to got hrough. Sorry if this ends up being a repeat! For cats using your beds for litter boxes: T...
about 9 years by Tmurphy
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Tile spacer removal?!
I have successfully just installed my first tile floor (all by myself, can you tell I am pleased?). Grouting will happen this weekend, but I am f...
almost 9 years by floorguyforyears
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Subfloor requirements for tile
I am planning on laying ceramic saltillo tile in my laundry room (aprox 11' x 8 ').This room is in the center of my house, and you must pass throu...
over 9 years by Tmurphy
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Thermostat replacement
Hi all-I think I need to replace a thermostat. Here is the scenerio:Napoleon gas stove (looks like a wood burning stove, but is gas) of unknown a...
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R-Values
Check out the Dept. of Energy web site r-value map. This entire web site is a great resource. http://www.eere.energy.gov/consumerinfo/energy_saver...
over 9 years by Tmurphy
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Insulating crawl space
Thanks K2-Yeah, plastic on most of the windows was the first thing I did, and it really made it obvious how drafty a lot of the windows are. The...
over 9 years by Tmurphy
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Insulating crawl space
The original foundation is post and beam. This is also the area with the largest crawlspace. In the mid-70s a front and back addition were added....
over 9 years by Tmurphy
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Insulating crawl space
Just got my first gas bill for the house I just bought- holy mole'!!!I am now frantically trying to winterize, and figure out what kind of insulat...
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The "must-have" tool box
Wow! Thanks for the great ideas!I did survey my existing tool box last night, and I do have a vise grip, safety glasses, and one adjustible wrenc...
over 9 years by Tmurphy
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Newbie does not want to get in over her head
Thanks K2 and Tom-Feeling a bit intimidated by the plumbing thing.... I may call a plumber initially and also take a few clasess offered up at the...
over 9 years by Tmurphy
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The "must-have" tool box
Hi-I just bought my first house, and want to put together a tool box with the things I'll need most. I have the basics (hammer, screw drivers, pow...
over 9 years by retisin
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Newbie does not want to get in over her head
Hi-I just closed on my first house. The kitchen faucet needs to be replaced (it is old and cranky), both bathroom faucets drip, and the hot wate...
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Newbie to all type of floor options and I have questions
Thanks everyone for your replies. I had heard that I'd need plywood down first if I go with the linoleum option, not a huge deal, but I will che...
over 9 years by Tmurphy
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Newbie to all type of floor options and I have questions
I am about to purchase my first home. The sellers replaced the subflooring in the laundry room with what I think is called chip board or press boa...
over 9 years by rpxlpx
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Baseboard heater too hot?
I am in the process of buying myfirst home. The sellers installed a new electric baseboard heater last week, and during my walk-thru this weekend...
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