Category: Carpentry
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How To Understand The Debate About Installing Drywall Horizontal vs Vertically
Everyone that has ever attempted a remodeling project that includes drywall has gone through this consideration. Do you install it horizontally or do you install it vertically? The answer to this age old question is that it is best to install it horizontally. Half of the people reading this just said no you are wrong…
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How To Pick The Right Drywall Compound For Your Job
There are a variety of different Drywall Compounds available for installing and repairing drywall but the selection comes down to three basic types. Each one has its own use and although you can mix them up a bit best results will happen if you stick to their intended use. The first type is self curing…
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How To Diagnose And Prevent Door Frame Rot
A friend of ours is asking for some help concerning their front door frame and rot that has occurred over time due to moisture.As you can see the damage is pretty bad and it penetrates from the outside of the door all the way through to the inside molding. Obviously this door frame and maybe…
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How To Diagnose Roof Trusses Showing Through Asphalt Shingles
A friend of ours just purchased a new home back in March of this year and they are having some concerns with their roof. Since the home is less than nine months old any problem with the roofing should be a concern to the new owner. Normally when problems show up this early it means…