Recent content by HeyPally

Hmmmmmmm...I like this. That would even save me a couple of inches for the footings if it was right on the gravel. It's definitely not a traditional design but in the end I hope it will do the job and hopefully look just as good. I'm looking at the Vycor product you suggested as well...

Hi Handyguys, Thanks for the reply. I have thought about stone but I prefer the look and feel of wood. I'm not a big fan of plain poured concrete and doing anything like patterned concrete just becomes stupid expensive. I guess it comes down to more of an aesthetic issue. Wood is good! :)

Hi, I'm looking at building a very VERY low deck. No more than 5 or 6 inches off the ground total. This is necessary to incorporate a new back door opening on to the deck where currently there is a window. I wondering if it is possible to use 4x4 posts and lie them lengthwise on concrete...

Perfect. Thanks again.

Makes sense. I'll frame it away from the wall as I have done with the rest of the basement and use the Armaflex with the heat tape. Is that hard wired or plugged in? Thanks so much for your insight, Glenn. I really appreciate having a 2nd opinion on this.

Thanks, Glenn. The heat tape is a possible idea. I'm also considering using rigid insulation above the waterproofing membrane up to the pipe and then spray foam insulation in the very slight gap behind the pipe. Then again use the foam board in front of the membrane. I would then just...

thanks glennjanie, I had thought about using this but wasn't sure if that would be sufficient enough if the pipe will be in the "cold space" behind the insulation. It will make my life a whole lot easier if that will prevent any freezing on these wonderful -15 degree Celsius days :)

I'm currently renovating my basement in an 80+ year old house. The basement is fairly low (just over 6') but it's a good useable space that I want to finish nicely. I've recently had an interior weeping system installed due to water issues which has a plastic membrane going 4' up the...