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I am ready to install the last leg of gas line that will supply a 30" free standing gas range. The supply to this leg so far is 3/4" black iron. It seems to me that, given what's readily available,...

Is it OK to take a single 15A line off a 20A branch circuit. Specifically, I have a new 20A kitchen wall circuit which will exist only of two 20A counter GFCI outlets. I have had to rework that wall...

HVAC1000 wrote: "As a side note you probably need S and drives to put it together"

What are "S and drives"?

Thanks for the good advice. I will find a sheet metal shop for help.

I have a couple quick (hopefully easy) venting questions and I'll provide more details as requested. 1) how does one go about connecting 3 1/4" x 10" ducting together? I want to make a short flange...

Hi, how did you end up venting your microhood? I am in the same situation. Thanks

Can anyone tell me how to remove the armrests from the seats in a 2000 Chevy Astro? I have a 1990 as well and had no problem getting those off. But, using the same push in and rearward method does...

This may not be a plumbing questrion so feel free to re-direct me in necessary. I am in the early stages of a kitchen remodel and need to plan the placement of the gas range gas line. I cannot find...

Well, never mind replying. The machine is disasseblmed and in front of my house awaiting the haulers on Monday. Once inside I found some pretty rusted an d corroded parts which made any further...

OK. I got the front cover off and the top off. I did a continuity test on the cover switch and that checks out OK. The drive belt under the tub turns freely but one part in their sounds a little...

I have a GE washer that will not engage and spin through it's normal cycle. It completes the cycle, the pump drains all the water but it will not spin. All other parts of the cycle seem OK. L not...

I did not try the soap technique in my last go round. What I did come away with however is that I do prefer using the regular weight (or standard) drywall compound to the lightweight variation. I...

Any thoughts on preventing rust on drywall knives? I wash the with a hose and dry them with a towel or, when available, let them sun dry. I also rub them with steel wool before use to remove whatever...

Well, as I approach the finishing stages of my bathroom drywalling I have used 2 pails of lightweight and as a test I went back to the regular weight and I have to say that the advice given earlier...

Well, I am progressing with my seemingly endless bathroom remodel and have a few drywll/mudding questions:

1) What are some techniques for neatly mudding and sanding the top ceiling corners where...

Hello, Please let me know how things work out for you. I recently installed a Sterling tub abd surround but have yet to use it. I did notice that a display model in the store was a bit weak in floor...

I am in the process of wiring my bathroom. The lighting and fan circuit has one fan, one overhead light and one vanity light. I was wanting to use a NuTone single space / 3 switch unit for all three....

Yes, the water is on and no leaks. I was just unsure if the water would displace the air in a capped off line. The only reason I even ask this is that when making the water hammer extensions I was...

Dumb question(s) time. I have just run new hot and cold water lines for a new vanity. I have stubbed them out for the eventual installation lf 1/2" compression 1/4 turm shut-off valves. My question...

What type for mortar does one buy to set a plastic tub into to make it a bit more solid underfoot? This would be on top of a plywood subfloor.

Thanks

What type for mortar does one buy to set a plastic tub into to make it a bit more solid underfoot? This would be on top of a plywood subfloor.

Thanks?

I am about to re-frame an exterior bathroom wall which will involve removing an old window and framing in a new 16"h x 4'w glass block window. What I need to know prior to finalizing the rough-in...

Thanks for the good advice. I have to leave the planks and they are in good shape. I did renail a lot of them down again today as the 80 YO nailings werer working loose. Right now the planks are...

I am about to install fresh 3/8" plywood over the original 3/4" tongue & groove planking to give me a smooth and solid surface for the final lauan and sheet flooring in my 5' x 9' bathroom.
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How appropriate and adequate is 3" PVC drain for a toilet? It would solve the current issue I have with a ridge from trying to mate 4" PVC to cast iron. I could slip the 3" pvc right into the main...

What would be a good, long term product to fill the 1/4"-1/2" gap between the 4" PVC pipe I just installed and the inside rim of the cast iron bell at the stack? Here's what the deal is: I used a...

I pulled the cast iron and installed PVC. Stay tuned...

I have pulled my toilet up and what I found confuses me and I am unsure how to proceed. This is complicated to explain and if anyone would like pics I'd gladly send them.

First, the old...

What is the SOP for putting a simple mortar bed under a plastic tub? This unit does not require one ( a Sterling Ensemble 32") but someone recommended that for a firmer underfoot feel I should "throw...

Can pressure treated lumber be primed and painted as normal wood would?

Are NPT and IPS the same standard in thread sizing?

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Q: I presume you are referring to a loop vent when you say circuit vent.
Where you have two pipes, the bottom pipe used for drainage and the top pipe
connected at the end of the...

Thanks to you all for some sound advice. I will heed it all. There is a bit of distubing news in this though. Long before I bought the house the previous owner had loose blown insulation installed in...

Thanks. It's completely clear now and I will put them in place. Two quickies. 1) would you place these on the shower lines as well (as I have seen them drawn this way)
2) how do these not fill with...

Gotcha on the irons. When I first heard the word my thoughts immediately ran to heated soldering type irons. But, a quick internet search has now put the proper picture in my head for the tool and...

Given that my local code allows no new lead (or any for that matter) for this purpose any longer is it OK to rework what is already there or would it need to be replaced once disturbed?

I also...

Thanks speedball. In order to help me visualize this let me see is I understand the simple construction of this. (I'll use a single, cold water line for a reference) 1) main riser comes up. 2) meets...

What does one re-caulk this joint with?

Thanks.

At the present my panel is getting filled and I can't dedicate a single space and breaker to just the vent fan, That is why I am trying to arrange a way to tie it in to the power supply as it will be...

My NuTone fan says that it's UL approved for over shower use when wired with GFCI circuit. Would it be acceptable if I ran the fan power wire first through a plain face (non-outlet, but outlet sized...

Thanks to you all I am much more comfortable with my situation. Th eplastic junction box is in and I'll sleep well. The advice and website was also very comforting vindication because in a couple...

How good in the long term are compression fit shut-off valves (for toilets and bathroom sinks) vs. good old threaded fittings for leaking? I have always used threaded fittings on 1/2" copper and...

What is the modern thinking on the necessity of installing water hammer arresters or air cushions in new plumbing for a bathroom and/or kitchen? What is the method for placing them, 1 at each valve...

I am about to pull up my old toilet and take a close look at what's underneath. I am also going to go over the original plank sub-floor with fresh 3/8" ply (followed later with thin lauan for...

What is the best method for finishing the drywall edges when placing them over the panels of a 3-piece, pre-fab shower surround unit. I know caulk is an option but it's 5/8" greenboard and it would...

What is the best way to mate a new 2" PVC drain into an existing 3" cast iron bell that is part of the 4"` cast iron vent stack. The previous arrangement was 2" galvanised into the bell, sealed with...

I apologize if I missed this info elsewhere. I have an 80 YO bungelow with seemingly healthy knob and tube wiring. The house has a combination of old and new wiring depending on when past work was...

I am in the middle of a complete remodeling and upgrade of my 80 YO,5' x 9' bathroom. Toilet runs ditect into the 4" vent stack and will remain in the same place. New sink is circuit vented back to...