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    Surround Tub/Shower

    Hi All I am replacing the old tub in my rent house. Was considering using the 2-3 piece tub/shower surround kit. Are there any pro's or cons to this. This house has only 1 bath and then just a 1/2 bath, so thought keeping the tub would be good. Is the surround as good as going with a tub...
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    Transitions when staining concrete

    Hi All I am considering staining the concrete or maybe even using some of the new epoxy treatments, The room I want to treat has carpet in it now and yes the previous owners dogs used it as a bathroom. Can one stain concrete over this problem? My other main question is how does one deal...
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    Concrete porch and steps

    Hi Guys I have an uneven covered concrete porch that I was thinking I could level with the self leveling concrete mix. I was planning to tile this area or use concrete stain. If I was going to tile I was planning on adding flexible adhesive to the thinset. Will concrete stain actually...
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    Vinyl or Tile over OSB subfloor

    Hi I have installed 3/8" OSB as a subfloor. Now I want to use vinyl, laminate, or ceramic tile. Do i need some type of under layment before useing any of these products? As I have read from others the seams need to be filled with wood putty and sanded for a smooth vinyl flooring. Can...
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    Leveling Floors

    Hi I just bought an old house build in the 40's. It is a Pier and Beam. The floors are unlevel. An inspector told me I could just use a 1 x 2" around the outside of the room, then use 3/8" plywood, shims if necessary, with some carpet pad to fill the void space and prevent creaks.......Is...
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