VB
You would end up with a double vapour barrier - not good. in your climate, the foam is better placed on the inside of the wall studs Google up the building sci...
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scale
yes, the golden ratio 5/8 is the right one for visual comfort. Another is maximum size. The Victorians noted that humans will not generally use a space large...
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answersupdated almost 11 years ago by Piffin
CAD
computer assisted Design is the way to go today. Softplan and Chief Architect are the two most widely used for residential work. They are object based and can be ...
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answersupdated almost 11 years ago by Piffin
upgrades
My first thought is insulation upgrade. This is something that can earn you a tax rebate and start saving on utility bills immediately with increasing returns ove...
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answersupdated almost 11 years ago by Piffin
deck finish
Thompson's water seal is a grossly thinned down wax product that lasts only about six months. By now, you should be able to clean this deck with a deck wash p...
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answersupdated almost 11 years ago by Piffin
correct deck
I was one of the early respondents in this thread long ago and my attention has been re=directed here. I am truly surprised to see so much complaint on this p...
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answersupdated about 13 years ago by Piffin
foam
It is possible to nail window flanges over the foam if you are careful not to nail too deep and compress. Some builders use a wood shim directly behind the window...
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answersupdated over 13 years ago by Piffin
fine
as long as you keep it painted Excellence is its own reward!
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answersupdated over 13 years ago by Piffin
lighthouse
Before you get too invested in this project, check with your building dept and make sure it is permitted. A structrue that size would not be allowed that close to...
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answersupdated over 13 years ago by Piffin
old
Your most valuable resource may be a book by Nash called renovating old houses. The influence predominant a hundred years ago would have been predominatly Benj...
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answersupdated over 13 years ago by Piffin
change
That is true. Adding blocking maintains the rule of running perpendicular by supporting the weak grain . I would not limt the discussion to plywood though. Oly...
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answersupdated over 13 years ago by Piffin
door
There should be ext casing such as flat stock or brickmold. You check that the floor is perfectrly level, then set a floor pan or Vycor to keep water out. Then...
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answersupdated over 13 years ago by Piffin
OK
so is it a prehung withthe sidelites a part of the unit or are you attempting assembly and building jamb? Excellence is its own reward!
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answersupdated over 13 years ago by Piffin
door hanging
First - is the rough openning framed? Is it the right size? Is it a plumb wall? or are you replacinga door already in the wall, and if so, is it with sidel...
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answersupdated over 13 years ago by Piffin
locks
If therse are typoical locksets, all you need are a couple of screwdrivers. The instructions are in the package with the new one. Schlage is a decent brand. Kwiks...
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answersupdated over 13 years ago by Piffin
Spray foam
foam is best, but expensive. The key is keeping moisture from contacting a condensing cooler surface. Either super insulation to isolate cool surfaces, venting...
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answersupdated over 13 years ago by Piffin
another
here is a wainscot detail photo Excellence is its own reward!
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answersupdated over 13 years ago by Piffin
paneling
There's paneling and there's paneling.... If you mean 4x8 thin sheets for walls that look like solid wood, you are probably right. It is becomming increasin...
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answersupdated over 13 years ago by Piffin
thanks
It is not often we get to see gratitude expressed in online formats such as this. Be well. Excellence is its own reward!
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