psf is pounds per square foot of force applied live load is the transient load applied to a surface, such as wind load on a wall, snow or wind l...
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You've had advice how to remove this, but not what causes it. This usually happens because the steel is a thermal bridge, colder than the surron...
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it could have been off by that much when it was built or his level could be off by that much. Minor cracks in concrete are common and often fro...
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It can be done, but there would probably be some minor problems follow Excellence is its own reward!
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It is common to not have an attic with flat roofs. However, if you are desigbning this yourself, check with AHJ. some places still requirea des...
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That keaking probably has nothing to do with the sagging floor. A center beam and jackposts will solve that Excellence is its own reward!
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There is no way to be certain from this distance, but what describe if quite common in older homes like this. It is generally not terribly hard ...
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This would be more properly called a suspended concrete slab. First thing to know - concrete is not waterproof and is unlikely to keep water ou...
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Particle board is not a suitable subfloor for this. Excellence is its own reward!
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You would need a qualified framing contractor or engineer to asses this. The cieling is very likely also a strctural component of the roof and wall...
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your best bet is to simply follow the instructions available with the product when you purchase it. these are detailed and will back up any warrant...
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First, it is always wise to separate wood from concrete. Codes cal for any structrual lumber to either be PT or to be separated with a membrane. So...
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First, I doubt you could satisfactorily install with foam. it would only stick to the underlayment so the oinmly thing preventing wind from blowing...
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I don't know about the code. Better building practice calls for housewrap or underlayment and Iwould not dream of building without it, but thousand...
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Almost all drywall is gapped up slightly. Nothing whatsoever wrong with it. I would expect problems in a house with it fitting tighhtly at base. se...
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The bonding agent in most latex paints IS a glue - polyvinyl acetate ( PVA) which is the same as carpenter's glue. A glossy finish can need some...
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the peel n stick ice and water shield is a 'better' product for many things, but not totally necessary fro your roof, IMO. the Titanium would be...
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some google research is in order for you. there are sites - I think that both Sherwin Williams, and Ben-moore have them - where you can upload a ph...
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