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    Schlüter edging strips

    I really love the look of these Schluter edges and will likely be using them! Just wondering if anyone here has installed them before and what your opinions are. http://www.schluter.com/139.aspx I'm particularly interested in the one designed for a 135 degree corner since I have an ugly one...
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    RedGard for tub/shower surround

    We've got our new tub installed and are ready to put the backer board up (using Hardie) and waterproof using RedGard. I am unable to find installation instructions regarding the wall to tub transition and whether or not that should be sealed with the RedGard OR only RedGard the backer board...
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    Befuddled over a fireplace!

    I recently bought a house built in 1979. It has a wood burning fireplace with gas starter in place. The previous owner said he had the whole thing cleaned and inspected but can't remember who did it. It looks very clean but my question concerns cracks in the floor of it. It is a metal...
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    Install window sill where none exist?

    My house was built in 1984… there are no window sills! On the interior of the house the window openings are finished with sheetrock all the way around so there's technically a sheetrock sill I suppose. Over the years the old windows leaked apparently and that sheetrock is damaged and looks...
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    Old siding repair questions

    My house was built in 1984 and has it's original siding, which I think is called "pressed board"??? I'm not sure. It looks like lap siding but its a simulated look to some extent. What looks like 3 lap boards is actually just one that's made to look like 3. I hope that makes sense. I'll...
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    Wincore replacement windows

    I'm hoping to get some opinions from anyone who has chosen to use Wincore 5400 vinyl windows. I have the opportunity to replace my very old single-pane windows with Wincore. I'm curious about how much I should be expecting to pay. They are offering "60% off" as a special educator program but...
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    Need ductwork replacement advice.

    Our current ductwork (all in the attic) is probably as old as our house, built in 1984. The plenum is metal and the rest is insulated flex that leaks. We attempted to tape/seal everything seveal years ago but all the flex needs to be replaced. At some point in the next couple years we will...
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