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    washing machine drain

    Hi Guys and Gals, The wife wants the washer/dryer moved upstairs. The spot it will be going is right next to a sink, and opposite wall of the bathtub drain. Is it possible to "T" off one of those drain pipes and direct the washing machine to also drain there? Walls are gutted open, so...
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    Crestline windows from Menards

    I need to replace a rotted window. The window itself rotted to pieces, not the framing or sill. Anyone have any opinions on Crestline windows from Menards? worth it or stay away? I found an exact match to my measurements so I'd like to use this window if I can so I don't have to reframe...
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    Proper wire gauge for subpanel

    Hi, I have an old house with old electric. I replaced my downstairs already, which was fairly easy. My upstairs is a bigger question. I have 4 bedrooms, a kitchen (that will soon become a laundry room), full bath and hallway. I'm thinking of putting a subpanel in the attic and running new...
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    tiling directly on plywood

    Hi Guys Not sure what section this should be in but, I built a mantle with an electric fireplace for the bedroom. I want to tile around the "fireplace section" which is framed in plywood. Can I put slate tiles directly on the plywood? Is there a specific thin set made for plywood as opposed...
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    painting cement board siding

    Hello all, I have a very old house that originally had clapboard siding on it. It was covered (no idea when) with that fiber cement board siding. There was about 50 or so busted tiles that needed to be replaced, so I was thinking about tearing it all off and installing Vinyl siding. That was...
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    Greetings and salutations

    Hello everyone, Just joined and introducing myself. My name is Dave and I'm a self-trained (google and youtube) Handyman. 2 years ago I bought a 112 year old house that needed just a little work. Mostly all aesthetics. fundamentals were all good. just a couple projects I've done: -laid a...
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