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DIY Home Repair Forum: Electrical and Wiring 02-16-2012, 08:10 PM
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Posted By KirkG
It is an extra layer of glass to prevent the...

It is an extra layer of glass to prevent the glass from shattering from exposure to moisture. Also, the bulb is more sealed to moisture in general. Mostly they are just a little more expensive than...
DIY Home Repair Forum: Electrical and Wiring 02-16-2012, 09:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,267
Posted By KirkG
Exterior floods are designed to be exposed to the...

Exterior floods are designed to be exposed to the elements a bit.
DIY Home Repair Forum: General Home Improvement Discussion 02-16-2012, 08:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,426
Posted By KirkG
To be more clear, yes smoke detectors have a life...

To be more clear, yes smoke detectors have a life span and should be replaced in 10 years.
DIY Home Repair Forum: Plumbing Forum 07-08-2011, 08:38 AM
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Views: 1,724
Posted By KirkG
Since it washes right out when you flush the...

Since it washes right out when you flush the line, the health dept. has no problem with it all.
DIY Home Repair Forum: Walls and Ceilings 07-08-2011, 08:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,918
Posted By KirkG
Taping the edge of the corner bead where it meets...

Taping the edge of the corner bead where it meets the wall is a good idea. Don't run the tape out on the apex of the corner however. Hold it back. Durabond or other setting compounds are ideal....
DIY Home Repair Forum: Bricks, Masonry and Concrete 07-08-2011, 08:20 AM
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Views: 1,525
Posted By KirkG
Cement All by Rapid Set will work just fine. Get...

Cement All by Rapid Set will work just fine. Get a test kit to make sure your Ph is balanced and clean it well with a pressure washer. Then mix a little cement all still to build up the low areas....
DIY Home Repair Forum: General Home Improvement Discussion 11-15-2010, 10:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 21,354
Posted By KirkG
I am having a hard time understanding the...

I am having a hard time understanding the comments made here. I have put a piece of Denshield in a glass of water and it never got mushy or fell apart. I am not a fan of covering the seams or nails...
DIY Home Repair Forum: General Home Improvement Discussion 08-17-2010, 02:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,787
Posted By KirkG
No there is no test "kit". IT requires a sample...

No there is no test "kit". IT requires a sample sent to a lab and the test costs about $50. Check your phone book for a local place or google to find a mail order place.

You certainly could...
DIY Home Repair Forum: Walls and Ceilings 08-17-2010, 02:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,258
Posted By KirkG
We can't see it and therefore can't really give...

We can't see it and therefore can't really give any meaningful information, other that in LA a permit is needed along with inspections. There are specific rules regarding doors that connect garages...
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