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Radiant Floor heating - nonliquid?

I see a lot of "Radiant Floor Heating" with a rubbery tubing stapled under the floor. SInce I tend to be in horror of a...
24 comments posted 18yrs
posted by vjp2.at
24 comments posted 18yrs posted by vjp2.at

HVAC diagnosis

We survived Ike in extremely good shape compared to others in the vicinity. The only significant problem is the AC unit...
12 comments posted 18yrs
posted by heybub
12 comments posted 18yrs posted by heybub

Where to buy rabbit ears?

Does anyone sell simple rabbit ear TV antennas anymore? I got my DTV boxes today and hooked one up in the bedroom, turn...
15 comments posted 18yrs
posted by njnagel
15 comments posted 18yrs posted by njnagel

Masking tapes - need to mask off FOAM and ALUMINUM

I have more lumber to paint now and learned my lesson about using cheap brown masking tapes last time...took me a long...
5 comments posted 18yrs
posted by nmbexcuse
5 comments posted 18yrs posted by nmbexcuse

Rust INSIDE a shed

I have an Arrow brand steel shed. Although I have never seen water inside, the inner roof is coated with rust. Addition...
3 comments posted 18yrs
posted by mrl859_at_msn_dot_com
3 comments posted 18yrs posted by mrl859_at_msn_dot_com

Stanley sliding mirrored closet doors

Anyone know where I can get a replacement track for a Stanley sliding mirrored closet door? I've tried Stanley and...
3 comments posted 18yrs
posted by mrl859_at_msn_dot_com
3 comments posted 18yrs posted by mrl859_at_msn_dot_com

Suggestions for good quality caulk

Hello, Will be replacing 7 vinyl windows in about two weeks. Was thinking about using silicon but think it could be a b...
5 comments posted 18yrs
posted by brent.bolin
5 comments posted 18yrs posted by brent.bolin

Small freezer

The last time I had a 3 day power outage I lost all my frozen food. I'm thinking of getting a small freezer and "st...
6 comments posted 18yrs
posted by twinmountain
6 comments posted 18yrs posted by twinmountain

Is the underfloor radiant heat viable in my case?

Hi, I'm considering converting two of my hot water radiators to an underfloor heating system. A friend of mine, who...
8 comments posted 18yrs
posted by aaronfude
8 comments posted 18yrs posted by aaronfude

slow basement drain

------------------------------------- I recently purchased a new washer when it drains I get water backed up on the flo...
2 comments posted 18yrs
posted by graystoke01_at_yahoo_dot_com
2 comments posted 18yrs posted by graystoke01_at_yahoo_dot_com

Using Extension Cord with Freezer

Hello, I just purchased a 7 CFT Magic Chef Freezer from the Home Depot. The place that I want to place it is about 6 fe...
58 comments posted 18yrs
posted by nick
58 comments posted 18yrs posted by nick

Sears garage door closer - won't close

Sears garage door operator won't close the door. Here are some details: - double wide metal door, no insulation so...
8 comments posted 18yrs
posted by kd0gd
8 comments posted 18yrs posted by kd0gd

Heating system check

Just a reminder, now that cool weather is starting, be sure the heater fires up and avoid the crowds if you need seriou...
5 comments posted 18yrs
posted by esp
5 comments posted 18yrs posted by esp