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    Interior door problem.

    Because of settling issues, many of my interior doors do not close perfectly as when they were new. They are not "square" is the best way to put it. The difference between the door and the frame is different from the top and the bottom. I need to replace some doors but that will not fix the...
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    Problem with new windows?

    I replaced all my windows a year ago. I am now noticing that the top third of decorative interior wood molding appears to be slightly separating from the wall. It is a very small "crack" which just may be noticeable because the paint or caulk has cracked from the slight movement. I have a...
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    Question about prep before painting

    Thanks to everyone who has answered my earlier questions. I've noticed a couple places where there is a small gap in the corner of my drywall walls and also where the drywall wall connects to the ceiling. These gaps (about the width of a crack) are just a few inches long and are probably the...
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    Question about painting popcorn ceiling.

    I've rolled my popcorn ceiling before so I know I can paint that way. I was thinking about using an airless sprayer instead this time. However, I've seen posts where it seems that this may be more trouble than its worth. Any opinions?
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    Question about painting with Kilz

    I have a stain on my ceiling that I need to cover with Kilz. 1. Can I spray Kilz over just the spot and then repaint the entire ceiling? (Will ceiling paint cover where I used the Kilz?) 2. If I paint the entire ceiling with Kilz will I then "have" to repaint the ceiling with ceiling paint...
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    windows or siding first?

    I need to replace windows AND replace my existing siding with either hardi plank or vinyl -- not sure which yet. The window company I've selected only does windows. Which job should I do first? Does it even matter? Thanks.
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