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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...
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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answersyes, 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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answerscomputer 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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answersMy 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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answersThompson'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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answersI 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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answersIt 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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answersas long as you keep it painted Excellence is its own reward!
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answersBefore 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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answersYour 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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answersThat 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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answersThere 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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answersso 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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answersFirst - 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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answersIf 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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answersfoam 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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answershere is a wainscot detail photo Excellence is its own reward!
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answersThere'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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answersIt 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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