Q&A - How to treat a new wood deck.
February 19, 2010
Finishing Procedure For New Wood Decks
This procedure applies to treating or staining all wood decks built at least one foot or more above grade level and is appropriate for the following wood species:
Treated Lumber
Western Red Cedar
Spruce
Pine
Hemlock
Note: If you build your... CLICK HERE for the complete article.
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Q&A - Installing Peel & Stick Floor Tiles
February 10, 2010
Q. I want to install peel and stick floor tiles in the master bath. It seems eventually the seam lines show and there is an ugly space between every tile. Is there something that can be done so that this doesn't happen?
Diane, Burnaby
A. When installing vinyl tiles ensure the subfloor... CLICK HERE for the complete article.
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Q&A - Noisey Whirlybird Vents
February 10, 2010
Q. When we had our roof done a few years ago, we had a turbine vent installed to improve ventilation. My turbine roof vent makes a lot of noise on windy days when it spins. Is there a solution to make it quieter?
George,
Delta
A. Often referred to as whirlybird vents, these round metal... CLICK HERE for the complete article.
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Q&A - Eliminating re-occurring Rodent Infestation
February 10, 2010
Q. We have an ongoing problem with rats nesting in our shed and we are wondering if those electronic pest chasers would work to keep them away. Two years ago one made it’s way into our attic so we want to make sure we deal with this before it happens again. We have pets and kids so do not want to... CLICK HERE for the complete article.
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Q&A - Restoring Solution for Kitchen Cabinets
February 10, 2010
Q. Our realtor has said the appearance of our 25 year old kitchen cabinets will affect our asking price. His comment was that a buyer will judge the rest of the house by how the cabinets have been maintained. The cabinets do look well worn but are still very solid. It’s a big kitchen, well layed... CLICK HERE for the complete article.
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Q&A - Repairing Scuffs, Scratches in Hardwood Floor
February 10, 2010
Hi Shell:
Q. I have a 5 year old cherry color engineered hardwood floor that has scuffs and scratches everywhere and a couple major gouges. I keep getting conflicting advice from people on what to do. Can you offer me no good solution other than replacement? Is there anything I can... CLICK HERE for the complete article.
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Q&A - Cork Flooring for Kitchens & Bathrooms
February 10, 2010
Q. We are replacing the vinyl flooring in our kitchen and we are considering cork flooring. I have heard you mention that you do not advise installing laminate flooring in bathrooms or kitchen. Can you tell me why you don’t advise it? We like the look of and feel of cork and have found lots of... CLICK HERE for the complete article.
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Q&A - Rock wool a good way to soundproof laundry closet
February 02, 2010
Q I am turning an upstairs closet into a laundry closet for a stacking washer/dryer. Do you have any ideas for the floor and/or insulating the closet to reduce vibrations and noise? The room under the closet has exposed ceiling joists.
Q I am turning an upstairs closet into a laundry closet for... CLICK HERE for the complete article.
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Q&A - New Furnace Installation
December 21, 2009
Q: I live in an older, split-level home. I have recently replaced all the windows and I am in the process of upgrading the attic insulation. I am considering replacing the original gas-heating system. My question is: What level of efficiency should I be looking at and what brand of system would you... CLICK HERE for the complete article.
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Q&A - Holes in the drywall....
December 16, 2009
Q. My towel rack and toilet paper holders have come loose from the bathroom walls after the holes in the gyproc that the holders were originally screwed into have become too big to support any screws. There is no 2” X 4” studs or wood to secure into where the toilet paper holder or towel rack... CLICK HERE for the complete article.
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