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    Floor to Ceiling Windows leaking problem

    I know it needs to be a pro crew I was not trying to say I would try it, no way and I know it's a real window not a patio door but I meant the way it works and looks to be built. The problem is, no commercial guys want to work on it because it's a house in the woods and it's a real pain meaning...
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    Floor to Ceiling Windows leaking problem

    She was going through the mfc for assistance they said to use a commercial window co. I wonder though... Sill? will take a look
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    Floor to Ceiling Windows leaking problem

    Hi you think a door vs a window company?
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    Floor to Ceiling Windows leaking problem

    Hello, my question is, 4 water leaks from 12 potential windows 10x15' approx. what is the correct method to seal a large window like this? I think the flashing is the main issue since she has a new membrane roof but what distance should flashing extend on a window that large? My friend lives...
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    small glass tiles in shower remodel edges?

    Hi group, speaking to tile guys about my shower surround (tub/shower) I bought 1x2" glass tiles on a mesh 12"x12" from build d..... don't like them. Anyway, I'm stuck with the tiles they are 4mm so very thin, one guy said what are you wanting to with the edge of the tile where it ends on the...
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    wonderboard corners not in tub surround

    Hi I hired my buddy who is a union framer/drywall person he has over 20 years exp but he screwed wonderboard in my shower rebuild and I'm looking at the corners and not too pleased. Wondering if anyone can tell me if I need to replace or will thinset fix this issue. I also wondered if I can...
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    flooring membrane questions

    Hi thanks for the replies, I am not sure what to do about the cement floor been reading a bit and it seems like the mfc of redgard says it's fine for cracks on cement floors up to 1/8" which mine are. Not sure what to do...
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    flooring membrane questions

    Hi group, have a condo with a cement floor, had the kitchen leveled and had 3 tile guys come by and take a look at my job. Two want to put a membrane on the floor and on my shower surround. The floor due to cracks, the surround to avoid moisture. My question is: have anyone used ardex as a...
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    Leveling a floor with foam?

    Hi I just had my kitchen and entry leveled... I had up to a 2" problem in the kitchen and I didn't have enough money to do the entire kitchen. Used Mapei costs 30.00 a bag we used 15 bags of 50lb for 90-95 sq feet of coverage but you could walk on it in 1 hour and tile in 3-4 it says. I was...
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    Sliding door wheel blocks removal of door

    I will give it a try didn't have a long screw driver so I'll see what happens I was thinking about bringing a car jack and try to push the bow up a 1/2" that might make a difference.
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    Sliding door wheel blocks removal of door

    Hi group, I have a sliding door in my condo and have two issues. 1. There is a low spot in the door frame right in the center. 2. The left wheel when looking out the door, is broken and hangs down as I lift the door up, I tried to loosen the screw that raises the wheel but it came out so not...
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