uneven laminate flooring
You have a leak letting moisture into the floor area by the sounds of it. You'll need to find that and get it stopped then replace the damaged flooring & sub-...
Discussion History
framing a wall w/ a 45 degree angle
You don't frame at 22.5 you frame at 45, the top plates get 45's opposing so they over lap. You have to rip for the corners & pre-insulate. Alter Eagle ...
3
answersupdated over 13 years ago by Altereagle
pre-made stair treads and risers
It'd be best to contact LJ Smith. Another option is screws and dowels. If the location has a possibility of the nosing being hit use the screws to the height y...
1
answersupdated over 13 years ago by Altereagle
baseboard dilemma
Return the crown it itself each side of the legs, and for the visual place a 1/8 x the height of the base to go behind the leg and paint it the same color... it'l...
1
answersupdated over 13 years ago by Altereagle
Installing COVE Molding
33.9 and 31.6 is for 38 degree sprung crown, you may have a 45 degree sprung crown. Check the how to install crown site http://www.installcrown.com/ it'll walk...
1
answersupdated over 13 years ago by Altereagle
Deck footings & piers
Here is how I calculate them for California, we are in a #4 earthquake zone so it should meet your code criteria ? ... but always check with a structural engineer...
1
answersupdated over 13 years ago by Altereagle
Stain on Concrete
I'm not a painter... just build decks, but try TSP (Trisodium phosphate).. always in an inconspicuous place first though. I've had good luck with it in the past, ...
2
answersupdated almost 14 years ago by Altereagle
building a mini-deck
Saddles, are the post caps. Here on a deck in Petaluma we did 5 yrs ago you can see those connections. http://www.altereagle.com/Petbeam.html Click on the image...
3
answersupdated almost 14 years ago by Altereagle
Louvered horizontal lattice between foundation piers
Do you mean like this?: http://www.cyberrentals.com/vd/files/WVR/photos/CR3_SC_HendCHAR_indiv1.jpg Alter Eagle Construction & Design http://www.a...
1
answersupdated almost 14 years ago by Altereagle
Cement Patio Burn
My guess would be any regular cleaner, the dye is impregnated into the concrete you needn't worry about that. You could call your contractor that installed it, ...
1
answersupdated almost 14 years ago by Altereagle
pavers on top of concrete
Ha ha, slope not slop... geez. Alter Eagle Construction & Design http://www.altereagle.com/ | Construction & Design | http://decks-ca.com/ | Deck...
5
answersupdated almost 14 years ago by Altereagle
pavers on top of concrete
I'm not a concrete specialist, but I think that the exp. joint would telescope through the slate, if mortared... a paving stone might not though, I'd check that o...
5
answersupdated almost 14 years ago by Altereagle
building a mini-deck
Where are you located? That would be the determing factor for me. This is for decks under 24-30" high, and small like you described. If it's north I'd sink foo...
3
answersupdated almost 14 years ago by Altereagle
Correct Deck CX
I'm not a correct deck rep, but I found this interesting, and if you have a moisture ridden nothern type exposure this may be a option. http://www.correctdeck....
246
answersupdated almost 14 years ago by Altereagle
Building wood deck over a concrete porch ???
You can, but it needs to be treated wood. Preferably ground contact it has a deeper depth of treatment. Plus you won't get the life out of it as you would if it w...
1
answersupdated almost 14 years ago by Altereagle
metal post for a patio
To buy? Or to hold up some sort of beam? Square posts? Aluminium? Maybe you can add a little more info, and we'll see what we can do for you. Alter Eagle C...
1
answersupdated almost 14 years ago by Altereagle
Feastmaster 400 built in bbq
I don't know much about it but, I did a quick google search and found this? http://www.southwestsmoker.com/ Alter Eagle Construction & Design h...
2
answersupdated almost 14 years ago by Altereagle
Feastmaster 400 built in bbq
http://www.bobvila.com/wwwboard/messages/109946.html Alter Eagle Construction & Design http://www.altereagle.com/ | Construction & Design | http:/...
2
answersupdated almost 14 years ago by Altereagle
Protecting Cedar Without Darkening Color
I wonder if your local paint store would put a few on a sample you provide... I know our local "Sandy's Paints" will. We can even bring in an old piece; an exam...
3
answersupdated almost 14 years ago by Altereagle
outside patio
No it shouldn't if it is smaller pieces and he will still be able to get his base down level with the 10x10 wma & 3" of concrete over it. It's funny he didn'...
1
answersupdated almost 14 years ago by Altereagle
