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    Thanks for the help. Going to go look at it this...

    Thanks for the help. Going to go look at it this weekend
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    Craftman snowthrower

    I have a snowthrower that is 8 years old. I live in new england and need this to last a few more years. It is electric start and usually starts right up. Last storm I went to start it and the smell...
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    I guess the best answer is to rip out the...

    I guess the best answer is to rip out the pklaster and attach the new drywall to the lathe. I looked at the price of veneer plaster at the local building store since the big boxes don't carry it...
  4. Question: Grout kitchen sink

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    I agree with jazman.. grout will crack

    I agree with jazman.. grout will crack
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    veneer plaster over horsehair?

    I have a very small laundry room,(5'x12'),and it presently has painted horsehair plaster which is in bad repair. I want to fix the walls but don't want to tear out all the horsehair plaster. I had a...
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    Another option is a new product called...

    Another option is a new product called concrobium. It encapsulates the mold sdo it will not grow back. Safe epa & approved. If you go the bleach route must keep using it.. this solves the problem
    I...
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    Three-way w/timed exhaust fan

    I'm not a trained electrican so I'll try to be specific.I have an existing timed exhaust fan with a three way switch(one light,two switches)and I want to put a new one in to replace the old one.the...
  8. Question: Marble

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    You should be able to.. is the marble on the...

    You should be able to.. is the marble on the floor or wall? Is it installed?
    Do you have any experience with a drill?
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    The cracks are all over the ceiling so fixing one...

    The cracks are all over the ceiling so fixing one at a time in not possible..
    I tried to add pix but I am missing a security cookie? I have them but can't upload.
    Like I said, the ceiling is in...
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    Old plaster ceiling cracks

    I have an old house,(1865), an I want to paint the bathroom ceiling. The ceiling is plaster in pretty good shape except for the hairline cracks, the old paint is sticking not peeling and I just want...
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    Comment on tkrussell's post

    Thanks for the heads up on the pass through...
    All put up.. thanks everyone
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    I like the idea of e-days. There should be some...

    I like the idea of e-days. There should be some way to get everyone on the same page. Most people have internet access but not all. We are only as strong as the weakest link in a chain.. if we all...
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    Can I wire them as one unit? Power one then feed...

    Can I wire them as one unit? Power one then feed red to black?.
    Maybe with my limited knowledge in this area I will stick with a junction bow w/ two line feed
    I know this works.. thanks guys
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    Fluorescent fixtures

    I am trying to wire two 8' fixtures with one power line. Can I wire them togather or do I need to separate the two. The room is really long so I would like to put them togather... anyone know how...
  15. I think the idea is fine. Just a few questions.....

    I think the idea is fine. Just a few questions.. the opening is 2x4 studs and you want to cantilever the sill using a 2x6?
    if that is correct you should be fine.. the TV weight should be OK for...
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    Does the crack go all the way through or is it...

    Does the crack go all the way through or is it just on the top?
    This will be helpful info.. thanks
  17. Question: Paint

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    My house was built in 1865.. same problem.. I...

    My house was built in 1865.. same problem.. I hope somebody can solve the mystery
  18. Question: Interior painting

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    I am not a painter but I think it is better to do...

    I am not a painter but I think it is better to do it all at once. If the paint dries where you cut in you may be able to see the line.. maybe a second coat will cover the line? Not sure
  19. Did you want to spec out metal or wood ?

    Did you want to spec out metal or wood ?
  20. I looked online and there is a place in ST J,...

    I looked online and there is a place in ST J,
    Not sure where you are in vt but from st johnsbury they might go to you.. vermont solis surface
    Better to have a pro do this than make this your first...
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    I looked online as well as you.. not much there....

    I looked online as well as you.. not much there. This is a home depot supplier but no support or parts that I could find... maybe repair yours?
    Sorry I couldn't help
  22. Can you give us a bit more detail?if you can we...

    Can you give us a bit more detail?if you can we can all chip in and help.. thanks
  23. Why not between the studs?

    Why not between the studs?
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    I would put something on the end to box it in......

    I would put something on the end to box it in... I would not advise leaving it open. The mortar(glass block mortar)
    Is pretty good but not for a structure. If you put up the wall then hit it by...
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    Volvo penta inboard 135

    I need help adjusting the idle on a volvo penta 135. It's on a 1997 17' horizon 190 by four winns. I'm not really a mechanic but can want to know if it is a easy fix or am I opening up a can of...
  26. What type of wood is the vanity.. maybe cut a...

    What type of wood is the vanity.. maybe cut a filler strip
  27. I would measure carefully then tape where the cut...

    I would measure carefully then tape where the cut will be and rip them with the good side up
  28. What kind of tile vct,wood?

    What kind of tile vct,wood?
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    Have you asked any pros to have a look? Pest...

    Have you asked any pros to have a look? Pest control? Plumber?
  30. Why can't you use mastic? I'm not familiar with...

    Why can't you use mastic? I'm not familiar with this power grab
  31. the pvc we are talking about is what some people...

    the pvc we are talking about is what some people use as exterior trim. It is used there because it is so durable. It also can be crafted like wood to fit any water application. It is solid pvc all...
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    Is this stone or ceramic tile that looks like the...

    Is this stone or ceramic tile that looks like the stone? You can use wood that is stained to the color you like or marble threshold. I would not recommend an unfinished edge... ever
  33. I you use pvc as a base you can secure the trim...

    I you use pvc as a base you can secure the trim to the tub then drill the track to the pvc... let us know..
  34. Green is moisture resistant,not as good in a wet...

    Green is moisture resistant,not as good in a wet area as cement board. My guess is the cement board is the same thickness as the sheetrock. If water gets behind there,the tiles will fail on...
  35. You could also consider a piece of pvc trim. It...

    You could also consider a piece of pvc trim. It works like wood but is solid to handle the wet area.
  36. Is it level now or will you need to taper...

    Is it level now or will you need to taper whatever you put in to make it level? Is color a factor?
  37. What kind of sheetrock is it?how long has it been...

    What kind of sheetrock is it?how long has it been up? What condition is it in? Most importantly,why do you not want to remove it?
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    I don't know.. maybe a heating question?

    I don't know.. maybe a heating question?
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    If it was lino then I would take up the luan and...

    If it was lino then I would take up the luan and check the subfloor under it. If you are adding hardibacker it makes sense to check now rather than chance a fix later
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    After searching online it is porcelain and is...

    After searching online it is porcelain and is rate as grade 4.. this will be hard to work with but it looks like a great product. I found the info @ marazzi tile. Fyi, it comes in different sizes...
  41. Copper pies or pex?

    Copper pies or pex?
  42. I could fill the header area with 2x12 rippep the...

    I could fill the header area with 2x12 rippep the correct width.most headers are 2 pieces 2x with plywood in the middle. Keep in mind that the cripple studs on top of the header will be a pain if...
  43. You are asking about full thickness 3/4"...

    You are asking about full thickness 3/4" lumber... or plywood/ paneling
  44. Most thinset states on the bag.. 24 hrs

    Most thinset states on the bag.. 24 hrs
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    I believe the toilet is secured with two bolts....

    I believe the toilet is secured with two bolts. Don't know why it is grouted to the floor? Grout is very brittle.maybe a cold chisle on a low angle? A picture may help if it is possible
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    Is this a ceramic tile? What grade is it?

    Is this a ceramic tile? What grade is it?
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    How big are the holes? Are they in the middle of...

    How big are the holes? Are they in the middle of the joist ? How long is the span?
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    It looks like grout by looking at the color.....

    It looks like grout by looking at the color.. thinset is usually grey unless for some reason you used white. I'm not sure about taking it out. Is it a floor tile you used on the wall?
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    You have to find where the water is coming from...

    You have to find where the water is coming from first... you can't do anything until that is done
  50. What is under the tile? How old is the tile? How...

    What is under the tile? How old is the tile? How much have you done this in the past?
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