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We have a small partition 3.5 high x 6.5 wide. The original contractor did not align the studs nor base plate. I’m going to put a partial sheet of oak faced plywood. but with the studs so out of line this task is a problem. There are maybe two stud inline. FYI, two electrical lines run there...

Is there any possible way to vent a range hood into a garage and satisfy codes? I've done without permission before but with this new really expensive hood the installation company refused. The darn way our home is constructed prevents conventional vertical or horizontal venting. Really hate...

Our hood died so wife is about to have a duck. We want a high quality unit. Price max is $450. Preferred brand is Broan unless you say otherwise. Need a convertible hood as it must be installed ventless due lack of space for ducting. Must be white, 30" width. Sears Kenmore Elite electric range...

We converted a large, long bedroom into a home gym. As you can see from the wall color we hope the colors to be eye catching and energetic. Here is a photo of the audio equipment and table. There are four items that can be repainted. Those are the speaker cabinets, table and a unseen large...

Our recently discharged remodelers built inset cabinet boxes out of square. In other words, the dimensions are somewhat irregular. Finish grade veneered 1/2 plywood is the wood. The inset shaker doors have not yet been built. All boxes are on the wall. Taking them down and rebuilding is not...

In the near future we hope to replace our present bath tub with a custom tiled and glass enclosed large shower. Two potential issues have us concerned. This master bathroom suite is on the second floor. How do we determine if the subfloor structure will support custom tile and glass...

Alon the top sides of shower stall ordinary sheet was installed back in 1993 when our has was built. That Sheetrock is covered by wallpaper. Over the course of time moisture from the shower spray has caused the bottom edges of the Sheetrock is swell and bulge (looks like lip). There is now a...

Very visible brush strokes on water based cabinet and trim paint. I'm hoping to find a way to lessen these eyesores without completely repainting. Two solutions come to mind. The first is to sand with 220, 320 or higher grit then buff the area or apply a water based clear coat. The second...

The eyeball recessed light above our fireplace is not centered and too close to the fireplace wall. There is a ceiling fan in the middle of ceiling. Currently, without the ceiling fan light ON there is extreme shadowing on and below the fireplace mantel. There is little problem with only the...

Our remodeled stairs will have a nose section that comes factory stained to match the stained treads. While the finish on the treads carries a long finish warranty the nose section no finish warranty. After installation I'm wondering if I should apply a hardwood wax or a clear poly over the...

We are remodeling our enclosed stairway. The new tread will be Armstrong Hickory - Grand Canyon Sunset 5 in. Engineered Hardwood Wide Plank flooring. The Armstrong provided stair nose is an exact match to the flooring but is smaller than a conventional stair nose. Btw, the risers are white...

We are replacing the treads and risers on our enclosed stairway. At this point the old treads and risers have been removed leaving the initial bare stairs. I have two questions. 1. NEW STAIRTREADS - We want our stairs to match our living rooms Armstrong Grand Canyon Hickory Engineered...

As you can see from the photo our mantel casts a very large and annoying shadow when the primary ceiling light is off. The one can light is slightly of center. I'm looking for way to better light the fireplace section of the wall without having the room brightly lit.

For years we have experienced a spongy feeling when walking up and down our interior stairs. One of the wood treads split and to our amazement we found Berber carpet complete with pad. I will forego the back story. Of course, the broken tread must be replaced but now we are considering...

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Not really the best place for this question but did not know where it belonged. I intend to glue very realistic dark brown rubber mulch to EDPM pond liner (above water) along our garden ponds shore. Preferably, I would like to roll on the adhesive. I need to know the best adhesive to use...

How do we determine if more insulation is needed in our 23 year old two story home?

My new recliner makes a lot of noise when I let the footrest down. The noise is caused by the ratchet mechanism. Of course, the insulation cannot interfere with the works so I'm hoping to suspend the insulation above and below the mechanism. Have a look at the photo and please share your...

Is there a mini roller that leaves a finish as smooth and good as paint brush? Water based paint. If so, it's name please.

I'm soon to repaint our kitchen cabinets. What is the best product to clean them in preparation. Also, it was suggested that I buff them by hand with 3M green pads. Is this necessary?