Recent content by sonofamike

and good night. MT3

Here's a couple of shots. Thanks for your time. MT3

Here's a picture...I hope:o

I have these metal straps running along the studs in my unfinished basement that look like they were be used instead of the short pieces between the studs. I'm catching up on the proper terminology.:D I was wondering if these are a 'cheap-out' or if they are acceptable. Also, should they be...

And I'm wondering if I have the skills to install shelves in my closet. You go kid!!

First let me say that I would never begin a project without first taking in consideration the need for a pro. In 'spirited' discussion with some neighbors this past holiday season the comment was made that in the homes in our 'hood' all the walls are load bearing, which is why the homes are...

We made the decision this weekend. It's safer and the the littel ankle biters can draw on ti as well! Thanks for all the feed-back!! MT3

Plastic is an option. I was also thinking of replacing the area (it's small, a wall about 10' x 12' with paper backed insul. at least it takes the cute pinkness out of play a little bit.

Cheesefood, You mean a a wall that has a matching wall below it or above it?

Wow, two posts with in the first 30min of being a member....SWEET! I have an unfinished basement with exposed insul. Is it safe for my kids to be down there? They dont mess with the insul. but we (wife and I) were thinking of cleaning up a little bit and letting them play and draw down...

Is there a way to determine if a wall is load bearing with out calling in the experts first? Thanks, first timer...