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In addition to OSB, builders can choose plywood, fiberboard, rigid foam, diagonal boards, and fiberglass-faced gypsum panels. If you're a dyed-in-the-wool OSB user, it might be time to consider some of the available alternatives to OSB.
Pressure-treated plywood is one of the best options for shed flooring. Pressure-treated plywood is resistant to wood rot, insects, and water. It is...
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Should landscape fabric go under gravel? Yes. Putting landscape fabric under gravel isn't a requirement, but it is recommended. When used under...
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For the past 30 years, the majority of new homes in the U.S. have been built with wood-framed walls sheathed with oriented strand board (OSB). Most builders are so comfortable with OSB wall sheathing that they never consider using an alternative material. In fact, a wide range of materials can be used to sheathe a wood-framed wall. In addition to OSB, builders can choose plywood, fiberboard, rigid foam, diagonal boards, and fiberglass-faced gypsum panels. If you’re a dyed-in-the-wool OSB user, it might be time to consider some of the available alternatives to OSB.
A ramp is much safer and easier to use than stairs for anyone with any type of mobility issue. Think of the various people and equipment which may...
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The finished side should face toward your neighbor. Not only is this more polite, but it's the standard. Your property will look a lot nicer with...
Read More »These sheds require no foundation, only a level surface on the ground. The walls of the Rubbermaid shed anchor securely into the floor. Usually it's not necessary to anchor the shed to the ground, however Rubbermaid places anchor locations on the floor of the shed should you decide to anchor it to the ground.
If you do have your Rubbermaid shed on a flat concrete slab, use concrete sleeve anchors in place of the ground anchors. Slab anchor kits for sheds are available at home improvement centers. Due to the construction and materials of the Rubbermaid shed, strapping anchors over the roof is not advisable, as it could cause leaks around the roof seams. Rubbermaid sheds are durable storage units that snap together quickly. These sheds require no foundation, only a level surface on the ground. The walls of the Rubbermaid shed anchor securely into the floor. Usually it's not necessary to anchor the shed to the ground, however Rubbermaid places anchor locations on the floor of the shed should you decide to anchor it to the ground. Standard ground anchor stakes are available at home improvement centers; a 40-inch long stake is usually all you'll need for anchoring a Rubbermaid shed.
The concrete mix can be poured dry right out of the bag directly into the hole. Then water is added on top which activates the cement and hardens...
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Pole Garages What is the cheapest way to build a garage? One of the simplest and most cost-effective solutions for building a garage is to erect a...
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Yes, your garage conversion can most definitely become a living space! To legally do this you must convert a garage by turning it into either a...
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What should I lay under gravel? We'd always recommend laying a weed resistant membrane under your gravel. This helps to prevent weeds, whilst being...
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