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Q: The new water-based urethane finishes are easier to apply than the old solvent-based polyurethanes. But are they as durable?
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Use this shop-fabricated approach to concrete countertops to improve quality and cut installation time from days to hours.
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Q: I have been asked to determine the cause of black shadow marks on a cathedral ceiling in a new home. The black marks correspond to the bottom sections of the rafters, near where the rafters meet the wall. The black shadows do not resemble stains from water leaks. There is a gas fireplace on one...
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Q: Are there differences in performance between water-borne and solvent-borne construction adhesives?
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Q: Are there differences in performance between water-borne and solvent-borne construction adhesives?
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Concrete seems about as straightforward and rugged as any material on site. But the fact is, if you make certain common mistakes during placement, you can end up with a weak finished product. Here are some essential guidelines that will guarantee good work.
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A painter shows how to use a nontoxic chemical stripper to safely remove old exterior paint.
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Q: I plan to install radially cut spruce clapboards on a new house and want to stain them with a white semitransparent or opaque stain. What type of finish appearance should I expect, and how often will the finish need to be renewed? Although stained siding looks better to me than painted siding, I...
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Q: Is it a good idea to install vinyl siding over OSB sheathing without putting up any housewrap or felt? I see this more and more often, and wonder whether the OSB should be protected since vinyl is fairly leaky. Apparently there is nothing in the codes against this practice.
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Installed correctly, ground-source heat pumps can provide comfortable, efficient heating in many climates. Here’s an overview of the available options.