new windows/old home
I would like to replace my existing windows on my 150+ yr New Englander I want economical, easy to clean, and ability to fit in with style of home. The windows n...
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Wood Fencing vs. Vinyl Fencing
will be purchasing approx 250 ft of 5' fencing. Aside from the cost difference and mantaining a wood fence, does anyone have any comments on the differences. Plus...
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answersupdated over 19 years ago by rosebook
cupola
Does anybody know where I can get plans to build a cupola for my garage?
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answersupdated over 19 years ago by carraher
Flat Roof Repair (EPDM)
Any idea where I can locate information on how to repair/replace rubber roofs. I have a small sun room (12' x 12') that has a metal roof that was covered years a...
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answersupdated over 19 years ago by DR HOME
grout selection
We selected a grout color than was tan; however, when it dried it was white. Is there any way to change the color of the grout to a light tan color? When water is...
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answersupdated over 19 years ago by DR HOME
mirrored glass
how can i cut and join together mirror glass panels that are 1/4 thick and make the seams look good? mold or glue? they will be installed on a wall in basement. t...
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answersupdated over 19 years ago by DR HOME
painting
I need to know when painting the exterior of my house, what color do you paint the porch if your house is gray and doors will be old burgandy? My husband told m...
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answersupdated over 19 years ago by DR HOME
skylight tubes
i have a two story home that is 3 years old. at the top of our stairway, the area is very dark-no natural light anywhere. i'm tinking a skylight would br great, b...
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answersupdated over 19 years ago by Kansaz
deck steps
i am building a deck and dont know how to figure the stairscan someone help me please
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answersupdated over 19 years ago by master fagin
Isolated Loss of Pressure/Flow
I have been experiencing major reductions in water flow in my kitchen and Bathroom Sinks using hot or cold, in addition to the Hot water to the Washing machine. I...
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answersupdated over 19 years ago by Wick
Removal of columns
Please Help !I am in the process of refininshing my basement. I would like to remove one (preferably two) lally columns. The foundation measures 24' x 42' (exter...
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answersupdated over 19 years ago by Kansaz
Paint Over Paneling Prep
Looking for ideas on filling in the grooves of a paneled living room in order to paint. Don't want to see what is under the paneling right now as the rest of the...
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answersupdated over 19 years ago by robbiesd
fill-in of grooves in panneling
Has any one got any ideas on how to fill in the grooves in panneling. I want a smooth paintable surface. Thanks, robbie
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answersupdated over 19 years ago by robbiesd
fill-in of panneling groves for smmoth paintable surface
Has any one got any ideaa on how to fill in the dato type groves in panneling? I'm thinking I would like to fill them in with drywall mud, then spray a texture c...
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answersupdated over 19 years ago by robbiesd
Removing wallpaper...
I just finished removing the wallpaper from the master bathroom. The paper removed layers of surface from the drywall everywhere that drywall mud wasn't present....
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answersupdated over 19 years ago by margie
Bathroom floor tile
Kansaz:I purchased a bag of white(the tiles are 8" white)#346 Sturdi Flex powder. But, first I have to scrape old Peel and Stick 12" tiles off the wood particle ...
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answersupdated over 19 years ago by Sally
Shower pan replacement
my house was built in 1972 and i have a standing tile shower. the pan needs replacing. i have gotten many bids to replace the whole shower because it does not hav...
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answersupdated over 19 years ago by rayl
Two Zone Heat/AC
I am about to purchase a new house 2200 Sqr feet two levels and a basement. Do I need to select the two zone heating/AC upgrade option.?Thank You
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answersupdated over 19 years ago by rayl
Removal of support columns
Please Help !I am in the process of refininshing my basement. I would like to remove one (preferably two) lally columns. The foundation measures 24' x 42' (exter...
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answersupdated over 19 years ago by cadman
Removal of lolly columns
Please Help !I am in the process of refininshing my basement. I would like to remove one (preferably two) lally columns. The foundation measures 24' x 42' (exter...
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answersupdated over 19 years ago by cadman
