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11 feet If you want to install a typical 2-post or 4-post lift in your garage, you need a ceiling that's higher than 11 feet. While you can get a...
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To guarantee water drainage, a roof should have a slope of at least 1/8 inch per foot of horizontal run, but that's a bare minimum. A slope of 1/4...
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Yes, they are incredibly safe structures. In many ways, the typical barndominium is safer than a regular home. The steel and metal components offer...
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The only option for keeping gravel in place on a slope is to stabilize it with pavers. Pavers are locked into the ground and they trap gravel in...
Read More »Are maple cabinets outdated? Since maple wood kitchen cabinets are incredibly versatile, they're far from outdated. They're highly durable and with the right finishes, they can fit in perfectly with any aesthetic whether it's a traditional or modern kitchen.
The majority of utility shed doors are of the board and batten type which don't have a frame. Hinges for this type of door are of necessity surface...
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6 ways you can protect your shipping container from moisture: Choose the right pallets. ... Use desiccants to absorb ambient moisture. ... Insulate...
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The Difference Between Barns and Sheds Barns are primarily used for housing farm animals like horses, sheep, pigs, and livestock. They are also...
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16' x 20' Deck Cost Decks measuring 16' x 20' feet or 320 sq. ft. in total size are the most popular size in the U.S. They have a total cost range...
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