DIY Builds
DIY Builds
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The answer: Glue. Although using a subfloor adhesive (or subfloor glue) is not required by code, it is a standard practice that can help prevent floor squeaks by reducing the chance for movement at the panel-to-joist connection. A quality subfloor adhesive will also increase the overall stiffness of the floor.
Rusted metal is weak because of its reduced density, brittle surface, and inability to prevent moisture from infiltrating the underlayment....
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The general rule of thumb is that the overhang can only extend up to 1/3 of the length of the beam, but it is more common for the overhang to be...
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Using pallets to build a shed is the most affordable of shed building methods. There are nearly infinite ways to make a pallet shed, but most use...
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Landscape fabric creates a barrier between the rocks and soil. When it comes time to remove the stones, you can quickly shovel them off the fabric...
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Gravel is especially important in clay soil because it doesn't drain well, which results in water pooling under the concrete slab and slowly eroding the soil as it finally drains. Gravel allows water to drain into the ground below. When packed tightly, however, the gravel doesn't shift beneath the concrete.
Whether you pour concrete for a walkway or patio, a strong gravel base is required to prevent the concrete from cracking and shifting. Gravel is especially important in clay soil because it doesn't drain well, which results in water pooling under the concrete slab and slowly eroding the soil as it finally drains. Gravel allows water to drain into the ground below. When packed tightly, however, the gravel doesn't shift beneath the concrete. A hand tamper is sufficient for packing gravel, but a plate compactor makes the job much easier, especially when preparing a large area such as a patio.
Gravel is the best shed foundation, especially for portable buildings that come with a wood floor. Concrete is the ideal foundation for a garage or...
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The most common marking on deed plans that relates to boundaries are 'T' marks. An entry referring to a 'T' mark is normally a statement concerning...
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Peppermint oil, cayenne pepper, pepper and cloves. Mice are said to hate the smell of these. Lightly soak some cotton balls in oils from one or...
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A 2×6 can support up to 50 pounds per square foot of weight without sagging with a maximum span of about 12 feet when spanning a distance...
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