Programmable Thermostat
Thanks for the prompt responses. To clarify a few things, I have tried the new thermostat 3 times and have had the same problems. After each attempt, I have gon...
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Programmable Thermostat
I received a Honeywell programmable thermostat as a gift, but I'm having problems with it. It is a CT3300, 24VAC unit, which is suitable for use with my oil furn...
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Bathroom Fan/Light Combo
Does anyone know of a fan/light combo that can be mounted in the shower stall. I've got a wall that comes down 18" from the ceiling, separating the shower stall ...
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answersupdated over 18 years ago by BillyG
Ducting..Flexible vs Solid Smooth bore
Air is slowed down quite dramatically if it is forced through a rough-surfaced conduit like flexible ducting. The air will tumble through the duct, causing high ...
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answersupdated over 18 years ago by MarkV
Installing new outlet on shared wall
One thing you might need to consider is the depth of the box. I use electrical boxes for my phone lines, and the standard boxes are 2-1/2 to 3 inches deep, so yo...
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answersupdated over 18 years ago by MarkV
Circuit around or through an I-beam
If you do decide to drill through the I-beam, it is best to do so in the middle of the beam. This is where the beam's neutral axis is, so it will see the least a...
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answersupdated over 18 years ago by MarkV
Repairing Plaster
I've had to cut several holes in my plaster board walls in order to make plumbing and wiring improvements. I've chisled the plaster out, but the cuts aren't clea...
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answersfurnaces
I guess that it depends on where you live, how much the fuel costs, and how long you plan to stay there. If a high-eff furnace is, say 95% efficient, and a mid-e...
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answersupdated over 18 years ago by MarkV
220V Outlets
I've got a 220V, 5HP (peak) compressor that pulls 15A max. I need to wire it in but it has a 3-prong plug. I was thinking of wiring in 12-3 BX as the outlet wil...
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answersupdated over 18 years ago by Lawrence
Basement Flooring
I've got a room in the basement that I want to finish soon, but I've got some questions about how to approach it. The room is about 13'6" X 17'8", painted concre...
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answersupdated over 18 years ago by Lawrence
Finishing A Basement
I've got a room in the basement that I want to finish soon, but I've got some questions about how to approach it. The room is about 13'6" X 17'8", painted concre...
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answersupdated over 18 years ago by MarkV
Finishing Basement Room (long)
I've got a room in the basement that I want to finish soon, but I've got some questions about how to approach it. The room is about 13'6" X 17'8", painted concre...
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answersupdated over 18 years ago by MarkV
FLEX wiring
If the wiring is exposed, ie. on the outside of the wall, you will need the metal clad cable. Most people have it from their furnace switch to the furnace, as th...
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answersupdated over 18 years ago by MarkV
Old Wiring
While it might not do any harm to wire it up either way, the preferable method is to wire the hot, or black, wire to the proper lead from the fixture. This ensur...
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answersupdated over 18 years ago by MarkV
NEW ROOF FOR ADDITION
I'm not sure if this is what you're looking for, but it's one of the things I'm considering: http://www.authentic-roof.com/ I have spoken with someone from London...
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answersupdated over 18 years ago by MarkV
lead paint
I've got an older home and lead paint was a concern for both my wife and myself. I spent a lot of time, but eventually tracked down a hardware store that sold le...
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answersupdated over 18 years ago by MarkV
How to remove texture on interior walls
PattyB's suggestion will not work if it's plaster and not joint compound as she said. I have heard from several people who had varying degrees of success with th...
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answersupdated almost 19 years ago by MarkV
new bathtub finish possible?
A guy I work with is re-enamelling his bathtub with a brush-on product. He says that the surface tension gives a very smooth finish and he's quite pleased with i...
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answersupdated almost 19 years ago by MarkV
Painting with Oil-based Paints
haystacka,I haven't given any thought to sanding, although all the wood trim will be sanded lightly as I've removed most of it to re-wire and had to fill some hol...
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answersupdated almost 19 years ago by MarkV
Painting with Oil-based Paints
I will be painting my house this weekend with an oil-based primer over oil paint and then using latex-based paint. I've got a 1940's house with the original pain...
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