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    Front Door.

    Like every other project in this dang house, nothing is easy. I ordered a new entry door, and it had to be custom built because of it's size. It is 42" wide and 84" tall (non-standard). It was built with vertical grain fir, and was PERFECTLY SQUARE. I took the old door in for them to match...
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    Fireplace Mantel

    Done, and DONE...
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    Fireplace Mantel

    :p non-functional fireplace...
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    Fireplace Mantel

    Our fireplace was closed off when we purchased the house. I had always wanted to open it up and see what was back there. When we replaced the roof, we took the chimney down below the roofline because of leaks, and because we were guessing that the firebox was going to be small. My winter...
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    Kitchen Remodel.

    Good thinking right there...they might discontinue a specific model between the time of picking one and installing it... We've picked out the fridge and wall oven/microwave. We're re-using our current stove ('47 O'Keefe), and our dishwasher because it's just fine, and they are pretty...
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    Kitchen Remodel.

    We have started the process for a kitchen remodel. Hired a designer to help us with the layout, etc. What do I need to think about as we move forward with this project??? Bring it all on. We don't intend to start demo until next spring since it involves exterior door/window/wall work which...
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    New Landscaping.

    Thanks for the kind words... We lost the Avocado tree to root rot this last winter. Had it cut down last weekend. Planted a new Arbutus Marina in a spot that should provide a good screen from the neighbors yard...
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    'lectrical question.

    Sorry for the confusing drawing, There is only one circuit. The two hot's shown are the exact same hot. I've got a more sophisticated diagram now. I want to have two relays to start the pump, the first being a pump start relay, and the second being a z-wave appliance relay. The pump start...
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    'lectrical question.

    Let me start this off by stating that I am a Mechanical Engineer. I know enough about wiring to avoid killing myself, and have done a bunch of wiring in the house, but all under guidance of my friend, who is a very talented and licensed electrician. Here's my question: Can I wire a pump as...
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    New Landscaping.

    So I finally finished my irrigation automation project. Background: When the contractor installed the cistern, they put level sensors near the bottom. When the water level gets too low, the sensor opens a valve, and city water flows into the cistern to keep it from running dry (the water...
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    Post Your Bathroom!!

    Finished almost 2 years ago...
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    Pentair / Jandy Valve Actuators.

    Anybody here have experience with Valve Actuators? The Pentair and Jandy valve actuators control diverter (3-Way) valves to automate plumbing applications. I want to use one, but have questions about the installation and operation of these Valve Actuators. Anyone? Bueller?
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    New Landscaping.

    Oldog, The "Heritage Homes" biennial tour is organized by a group of people who have a common interest in old homes. The tour is of original or restored homes in the city where we live. The whole house was on tour, and we had probably 400 people come through in one day. For all our...
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    New Landscaping.

    Well, maybe two or three...got the Fireplace and the rest of the lighting installed in September, just before we were on the heritage tour...also finished the rest of the lower deck... Enjoy!
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    Home Style.

    Our research has shown that it's not a Sears home, but we looked into it...
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