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Alt.Home.Repair is a worldwide Usenet news group that is used to discuss various aspects of Home Improvement.
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Cedar vs PT posts [15 articles]
cubby - 2010-05-29 10:11:00 [In: Decks & Patios | ]
The last times I have used PT 4x4 posts (fence posts, supports for an
overhang, and a deck) they have warped and twisted when drying to the
point where they look a mess and where structural integrit...
More education desired on concrete driveway spalling [2 articles]
So I live in Michigan ..snow/ice 4 to 5 months/year. My newly re-made from-the-ground-up driveway is about 4-years old and has noticeable spalling. Can that be "resurfaced"? Would that be just...Concrete sealer [5 articles]
Nonny - 2010-05-31 08:09:00 [In: Decks & Patios | Driveways & Walkways | Furniture | Painting Finishing & Wall Coverings | ]
We're buying a home that has a stamped concrete driveway and
patio. The concrete was then painted with a brownish acid stain
and later sealed with a clear coat. The house and concrete will
be ...No Interest from Contractors, Small Project [16 articles]
utilitarian - 2010-12-20 20:55:00 [In: Carpentry | Contracting | Decks & Patios | Home Electronics | ]
Hi,
I need to replace one side of a wooden deck, which was damaged in
a storm. I've called 3 different contractors / carpenters, found in
phone book. Every time, I get an answering machine, ...Post Pulling away from Deck. Pics. [28 articles]
utilitarian - 2010-06-07 09:47:00 [In: Decks & Patios | Stairs & Railings | ]
Hi,
I attached some photos. Looking for some advice on
how to deal with this. I'm thinking of nailing in an L bracket or two
into the right angle of the post and the diagonal 2 ...Gas Pressure Washer Recommendations? [8 articles]
Frank McElrath - 2010-06-07 13:44:00 [In: Decks & Patios | Landscaping & Gardening | Roofing & Gutters | Siding & Exterior Covering | ]
Anyone have something good (or bad) to say about their pressure washer ? I
am thinking of the Ridgid RD80701 at HD. It is more ($579) than I want to
spend, but am am a bit leery of getting too l...Would multiple GFI's cause breaker to trip? [9 articles]
Mikepier - 2010-06-13 11:16:00 [In: Basements & Crawl Spaces | Decks & Patios | Electrical & Wiring | Swimming Pools & Hot Tubs | ]
I had gotten an Intex pool with a filter pump. I ran a UF cable
outside, and I installed a weatherproof outlet, plus I installed it
under my deck stairs so it would be out of the elements. The UF ca...Evaporative cooling patio misters [38 articles]
Smitty Two - 2010-06-14 20:50:00 [In: Decks & Patios | Heating, Cooling & Ventilation | ]
Summer's here, and I'm thinking again about those misting nozzle systems
for cooling the patio area. I'm looking into some sort of professional
system, not your $29 toy store variety. I've resear...AZEC is pretty darn strong! [5 articles]
DerbyDad03 - 2010-06-14 16:59:00 [In: Contracting | Decks & Patios | Tools - Hand, Power & Garden | Windows & Doors | ]
I wanted to see how strong AZEC is since I am considering using it to
make some bat racks for the fields where my daughter plays softball.
I'm looking to make something like this, which I've made in...Inground pool, corroded ladder anchors [14 articles]
Kip - 2010-07-11 14:48:00 [In: Decks & Patios | Swimming Pools & Hot Tubs | ]
Our inground pool came with two ladders which consist of plastic steps
mounted to what appear to be stainless steel tubes. The pool company
supplied the ladder anchors which are now buried in the c...sealing concrete joints [7 articles]
les - 2010-07-10 18:16:00 [In: Decks & Patios | Foundations & Excavation | ]
I have a concrete patio that consists of 4 sections, about 10 feet square
each,
and they are slightly shifting to create 1/2" spaces between them, and the
house
foundation too. (you can't see how ...Drop in tub against walls [7 articles]
Eric in North TX - 2010-07-12 15:07:00 [In: Decks & Patios | Electrical & Wiring | Walls & Ceilings | ]
I have a nice drop-in fiberglass jacuzzi tub with all the goodies, I
want to put in place of a regular tub. I'm pretty determined, and have
a few thoughts, but would appreciate the insight of the g...Extreme climate decking materials? [10 articles]
uncle K - 2010-07-08 17:33:00 [In: Cleaning & Sanitizing | Decks & Patios | Plumbing & Water Supply | Siding & Exterior Covering | ]
We will need to be replacing the existing 2 X 4 deck boards on several
smallish decks (6' X 12' +/-). Rain water/freezing/mold/mildew are not a
factor, as this is the warmest, sunniest place in the...What's This Patio Door Part? [29 articles]
jim evans - 2010-07-19 00:29:00 [In: Decks & Patios | Windows & Doors | ]
I am replacing the rollers in my patio door. To do this I must remove
the bottom part of the door. When I did, this part fell out, but I
can't figure out where it goes.
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/...Best Automatic Utility Pump? [12 articles]
met13 - 2010-07-21 16:33:00 [In: Decks & Patios | Furniture | Landscaping & Gardening | Siding & Exterior Covering | Windows & Doors | ]
We live in a garden-level condo in a brick rowhouse built in the 1850's
(we're in Boston, so everything's old). Our lower level is actually
subterranean, with only one window to the outside via a win...