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  • in reply to: insulating an old house #303565
    jfh1967
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    In my coldest room, i removed all the plaster.

    Then i put 2 inches of foam board with vapor barrier aluminium on right on the wood wall.

    Second a 1×3 and finally a gypsum board.

    i feel the difference !

    in reply to: Acrylic Bathtub install:Help:) #303517
    jfh1967
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    I put only few stainless steel screws. Then i spayed few spots of foam insulation (Low expansion). Before, i filled up the bath of water.

    jfh1967
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    What is the R value of a blown insulation ? I cant get at least r11 with 2″foam.

    in reply to: Unfinished Basement & Mold #301071
    jfh1967
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    A dehumidifier is enough. Buy an hygrostat and during dry days, open the windows of your basement.

    in reply to: 2×3 vs. 2×4 in Basement? #299086
    jfh1967
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    A 2 x4 wall works better when you had electric oulets and water pipes.

    in reply to: drywall #298691
    jfh1967
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    First remove the damp insulation in your attics. Let the plaster dry from above. remove all loose parts on your ceiling and replace it with regular coumpound.Your problem is that you need more ventilation in your attics.

    in reply to: BB Heaters #296788
    jfh1967
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    Simple method.

    You need 10 watts per square feet.

    Use 12/2 red wire.

    A breaker of 20 amps provide:

    240 volts x 20 amps= 4800 watts.

    For security:
    4800 watts – 20%= 3840 watts.

    in reply to: Solution for removal of mildew on roof #296310
    jfh1967
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    Vaporize a solution of 25% javel water and 75 % of water.

    in reply to: Guttering #295860
    jfh1967
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    Aluminum will last a longer time. But take care if you use a ladder.

    in reply to: replacing pvc water supply line with flexible braided #295358
    jfh1967
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    Is you pipe glued or attached with metal rings ? What color is the pipe ?

    in reply to: Replacing Morter #295357
    jfh1967
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    You need a good chisel and a hammer. Remove only what’s lose.

    If you want to remove a brick, use a hammer drill and make many holes all around the brick.

    in reply to: counter tops #295201
    jfh1967
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    I redo my countertop too. I’m gonna use ceramic tiles cause it’s affordable and easy to do.

    The nose will be made probably of stainless trim !

    other ideas ?

    in reply to: 1991 Buick Park Ave. #294013
    jfh1967
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    Ask to someone in this web site.

    in reply to: 1/2″ Mold drywall Or 5/8″ ? #294012
    jfh1967
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    1/2 imche is enough. Why not using water proof one !

    in reply to: rust? #293132
    jfh1967
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    Next time you keep water based paint for long, buy a plastic container made espacially to transfer from you metal can. Rubermaid manufacture many sizes.

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