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I'm just finishing my new shed, and wondering if I should paint the floor before I start moving stuff in. Anyone have any thoughts on this? Is there a benefit to painting? Would the plywood last longer painted? What paint should I use that won't scratch off? Thanks

Yes, it will be a raised floor, and the stump won't be in the way. I was thinking of just leaving it there as well, just wasn't sure if it would continue to grow.

I’m starting to build a new shed next week, and just realized where the shed is going is where a crap apple tree is. I’m planning to cut the tree down, but I’m concerned about the stump. The shed will be about 6-8 inches off the ground, but will the stump continue to grow if it’s under the shed...

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Was wondering if anyone has advice on the style of framing nail gun to buy. I just need it to build a shed, and a few projects around the house, maybe a tree house in the future, not everyday use. I don't want to spend a lot of money so I went to Harbor Freight and they have two styles, and I’m...

Sorry I guess I should be more descriptive. What kind of caulk should I use?

I need to caulk where the brick and wood siding meet in the front of my house. I noticed the old caulk has pulled away leaving a gap and I’ve noticed after a lot of rain the inside wall of my garage is wet. Thanks

Thanks for the response. Since this was almost a year ago I can't remember exactly what I did, or why. But it seems like I read on something from Quikrete that it is best to use some type of additive like the Hardener. I'll have to see if I can find any left over stuff in the garage, hopefully...

I have an issue with crumbling concrete steps that I hope someone here can help me with. House was built in 1948, the step are original as far as I know. Former owners painted the porch, and then at some point they were covered with outdoor carpet; I assume to conceal the deterioration. Last...