Category: Carpentry
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How To – Finding Wall Studs Behind Drywall
Whether you are hanging a picture or installing a light switch there are many times when you need to locate the studs that are in your finished walls. Some people will suggest a tap and listen method to find where the stud is located but this is probably not a great idea. Since your wall…
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How To – Bark Side Up Or Down – Decks Shingles
As often as every deck is built the question arises should you place the bark side up when you install the decking or should you place the board so the bark side is down.? The reason for this is to reduce cupping or warpage of the board. In shingling the same is true there is…
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HowTo – Repairing Rot On A Decorative Porch Post
Any piece of wood exposed to the elements will eventually rot. It doesn’t matter if it is white pine or pressure treated and paints and stains will only delay the eventual decay. If the item is relatively inexpensive you can just replace it but in this case the decorative post found outside our front door…
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How To – Steel Joist And Beam Hangers
There are many times when building an addition, deck or other project requires the use of steel Joist or beam hangers but how do you know when to use them and what is the best way to install them. Here we will look at a couple applications for steel and explain the proper install procedures.…