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Why knife regulation is needed
At least in Canada. "Onlookers at the Calgary Zoo were shocked Tuesday when a Western Lowland gorilla picked up a knife and pointed it at a fellow gorilla..." "It wasn't a HUGE knife..." (Looks plenty...
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Aquarium Stands for 3, 10-gal Tanks
I'd like to build a stand for three 10-gallon fish aquariums for my classroom. Preferably, I'd like something that is strong enough to handle the weight from the water, have an area underneath for...
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Using stair gauges to lay out stringers
Regarding the earlier thread expressing puzzlement over building a small set of stairs: those who want to do this but don't know how to go about it should realize it ain't rocket science. Heck, even a...
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Selecting pool paint to last for 5 years
I'm having a tricky time to decide on a white pool paint that will last for about 5 years until we can save up some money to re-plaster or pebble-tec and new waterline tile etc. The pool is 40,000...
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Attic Insulation and/or Venting in the Southwest
I'm looking for advice and ideas for improving energy efficiency in my house, especially heat from the roof and attic. I own an older house in Tucson, and we are trying to do what we can to decrease...
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Is Milwauke 5351 electric hammer for demolition only?
The question is about this Miwaukee electric hammer, model 5351. Can it be used for demolition purposes only, or can it also be used for concrete drilling? thanks i
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Oil in sealed motor?
Greetings I have an undercut/jamb saw, which hasn't been used in years. The saw was used very little b/4 storing. I opened the case, and found oil inside the case. The saw wasn't stored flat, the case...
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3.9kw - 5.1kw 20- 30V DC WIND GENERATOR TURBINE MOTOR ON SALE NOW!
will be gone quick. 10kw Wind Generator will be available soon, with autostart it acts like a Permanent Magnet Generator. High torque & adjustable torque to fit any wind power.
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Old kItchen sink
The old sink has 4 faucet holes, each center 4" to the next center. So, a new 2-handle faucet with sprayer is a natural fit. Will any of the 1-handle (Delta-style) faucets with sprayer fit proper on...
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foundation repair advice?
A part of my foundation has been in need of repair for quite some time. I now have the opportunity to do this, but after looking at it today, I'm not sure I can handle the task. I really want to try...
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Old kItchen sink
The old sink has 4 faucet holes, 4" apart. So, a new 2-handle faucet with sprayer should fit OK. Will any of the 1-handle (Delta-style) faucets with sprayer fit proper on such a sink, with the base...
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Does NEC require a Main Breaker Panel inside the home?
My brother is purchasing a home in Vermont and the following is holding up the negotiations after home inspection; he's trying to decide if the seller should pay for this (whether it's worth the risk...
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Electric Clothes Dryer Problem
Our ten year old electric dryer isn't working. The light inside comes on, but nothing happens when we push the button to start drying. A month or two ago, one of the two power fuses blew. Replacing...
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hardwood floors -- deciding on options
I am near the end of having a 2 BR apartment remodeled in a building that I own. The 2 bedrooms had old wall-to-wall carpet in them and I took that up. The living room had a Pergo laminate floor in...
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Need paint?
Use caution. And safety goggles. "Spokane fire officials said the man was seriously burned when he used a cordless drill to penetrate the [spray] can."
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