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do sloppy copper joints fail easier?

I had to relocate some plumbing copper pipes in by basement. They are 3/4 pipes. They were in a difficult place and the...
24 comments posted 19yrs
posted by beerguzzler50
24 comments posted 19yrs posted by beerguzzler50

window vs curtainwal system

I've detailed curtainwall and I"ve detailed window systems in commercial applications, hospitals, institutional bui...
2 comments posted 19yrs
posted by baddad327
2 comments posted 19yrs posted by baddad327

slab vs basement homes

A little off topic, but thought those on this site would know. What are the up and downsides of a slab home, other than...
22 comments posted 19yrs
posted by b13171
22 comments posted 19yrs posted by b13171

How to remove glued laminate countertops?

Hi all, I am prepping my kitchen for the install of granite countertops. I am removing the laminate countertops myself...
4 comments posted 19yrs
posted by dinotheo
4 comments posted 19yrs posted by dinotheo

pole building

I'm planning on putting up a pole building.It will be used for storage of a boat ,tractor etc.Also I plan on a work...
16 comments posted 19yrs
posted by vdrake
16 comments posted 19yrs posted by vdrake

Any good book for reading construction blueprints

Are there any good books or free online resources for understanding how to read construction blueprints? I need this fo...
16 comments posted 19yrs
posted by Alice_Rutherford
16 comments posted 19yrs posted by Alice_Rutherford

Light bulbs

For what it's worth. I have been using the new florescent light bulbs lately and like them. In the table lamps in t...
36 comments posted 19yrs
posted by pilcheg
36 comments posted 19yrs posted by pilcheg

Strength of steel question

Whilst pounding the pavement on 18 wheels I came up with a little gadget purely as a fantasy thing. Picture something l...
8 comments posted 19yrs
posted by don
8 comments posted 19yrs posted by don

paperless drywall?

I happened to be strolling around Lowe's and I noticed this drywall called paperless mold resistant drywall. It see...
8 comments posted 19yrs
posted by bitternut
8 comments posted 19yrs posted by bitternut

Is our builder gouging us on hardwood?

Hello, We are having a new home built and we are getting hardwood floors throughout, except the laundry room and bedroo...
12 comments posted 19yrs
posted by LicoriceTattoo
12 comments posted 19yrs posted by LicoriceTattoo

Wood for framing a waterproof deck?

Last question, I promise... the final plans for my deck, about 800 sf, calls for a waterproof surface that will be tile...
40 comments posted 19yrs
posted by RimaNeas
40 comments posted 19yrs posted by RimaNeas

Drafting Services (2025 Update)

-- Anthony Ippolito Architectural Drafting Services snipped-for-privacy@bellsouth.net Posted Via Usenet.com Premium Use...
0 comments posted 19yrs
posted by ippolitoa
0 comments posted 19yrs posted by ippolitoa

Remove Wax from Brick

Oh boy I spilled a bunch of candle wax on the red brick hearth. Anyone know how I can get the wax off before she finds o...
6 comments posted 19yrs
posted by Depputyy_Dumbyaa_Daawg
6 comments posted 19yrs posted by Depputyy_Dumbyaa_Daawg

Compound Miter Saw

I am having a house built but have decided to leave some of the finishing work for myself. I will be adding crown moldi...
16 comments posted 19yrs
posted by bob
16 comments posted 19yrs posted by bob