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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:42:02 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Hardie Board over foam board</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ I have 1 1/2 foam insulation installed on my house. We would like to install Hardie Board over that, but the Hardie website states that it can only be installed over 1 foam insualtion. Can I still get away with it if I use longer nails or screws? An...... The post has 6 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Hardie-Board-over-foam-board-18270-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:03:03 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Best resource for a building contractor</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ I was just wondering if anybody had a suggestion for the best resource - book, DVD, other - that teaches how to actually survive as a building contractor. Not the detail of how to lay bricks or similar, but how to do the whole job from estimating qu...... The post has 7 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Best-resource-for-a-building-contractor-18260-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 15 Nov 2009 05:19:32 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Re&#58; Looking for a corrugated metal sheets</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Home Depot has it in the roofing sectionThe post does not have replies yet. <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Re-Looking-for-a-corrugated-metal-sheets-18258-.htm">Start the discussion here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:47:32 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Re&#58; Didhwasher Electrical Hookup&#63;</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Look at a lamp cord or such in your home til you find one with the ridges.  You'll find that the Identified conductor goes to the neutral (WHITE) wire  which is also the WIDE one of the two conductors on a standard plug  (wide is white) The post does not have replies yet. <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Re-Didhwasher-Electrical-Hookup-18257-.htm">Start the discussion here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:35:52 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Re&#58; Which is better&#63; crawl space or basement cellar&#63;</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ I'd always go with the Basement, especially if the local sewer is of the  depth that you can drain any bathroom etc to the sewer without having to  pump up. Local codes here prevent basements unless the sewer is available (w/o  pumping). On our new...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Re-Which-is-better-crawl-space-or-basement-cellar-18256-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:27:48 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Re&#58; Skirting</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ On the new mobiles in the area, they lay down a layer of tamped gravel and  place ground contact PTL 2X4s flat on it, pin them down to the ground and  run  24 OC uprights.  To that they add the Hardieboardskirt.  Seems to work  better than the old u...The post does not have replies yet. <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Re-Skirting-18255-.htm">Start the discussion here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:09:35 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Re&#58; HVAC and remodeling kitchen</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ We lived in the desert where COOLING was much more important than heating.  Our kitchen ducts were placed above the cabinets..Picture cool air  'falling'. We were on a concrete slab so actually all the ductwork was above the  living space.   It so...The post does not have replies yet. <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Re-HVAC-and-remodeling-kitchen-18254-.htm">Start the discussion here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:00:04 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Shower faucett valve question &#63;&#63;</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Upstairs shower, single handle faucett.   Pull straight out for water, turn left for hot, right for cold. Water not leaking, but can hear a hiss all the time.  Sounds like some faucetts do when you turn them on just slightly.  Actually, sounds almos...... The post has 5 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Shower-faucett-valve-question-18248-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2009 19:44:48 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Need your suggestions</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Hi Need your suggestions A few of our travertine floor tiles have stains. What is the best way to get these stains off ? Any suggestions ? Thanks in advance for your help, Irfan Williams CaliforniaThe post does not have replies yet. <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Need-your-suggestions-18242-.htm">Start the discussion here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:49:05 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Cost benefits of &quot;going green&quot;</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Actual Costs of Owning a Home are the MONTHLY COSTS, NOT the Purchase Price Actual Costs = Monthly Costs + Hidden Costs It is a misconception that the more we reduce a building's environmental footprint, the more money we have to spend. While i...... The post has 17 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Cost-benefits-of-going-green-18227-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:40:47 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Mud shower pan</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Does anyone have any experiance with this product? http://www.markeindustries.com/pre-pitch.html... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Mud-shower-pan-18224-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:38:01 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Basement Subfloor using recycled foam product</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ I am looking for user experience with a sub floor material made from recycled foam.  I found it available from the following two sources: in Canada at: http://www.3rfoam.com/allinone_hf/index.html In USA at: http://www.3rdfoam.com/product.html I'm ...... The post has 6 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Basement-Subfloor-using-recycled-foam-product-18215-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:51:58 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Architectural Drafting Srvices</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Plans for Renovation or New Home construction, I can provide all of your drafting needs at a very low cost, contact me for more information.  Reasonably priced drafting services by an experienced draftsman with over 45 years in the construction indu...... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Architectural-Drafting-Srvices-18211-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 10:33:41 -0500</pubDate>
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<title>Interesting Conversion</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Hi All, I have just discovered a website telling everyone about a  new development/conversion of a delapidated tower block. I  think this will be an interesting build What do you think. More here:  http://www.whitebeckcourt.info yours, Jono... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Interesting-Conversion-18206-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:07:02 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Why Architectural Design Drawings&#63;</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Architecture is a famous business sector nowadays. It requires powerful and effective means to deliver decent building architectural outputs. Architectural design drawings are widely used in Architecture industry for various reasons. They are the fi...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Why-Architectural-Design-Drawings-18203-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 04:52:55 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Floor joist support</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ I am wonderingif my second story can holda new fireplace.  I have 2x10 floors 16 in. on centerwith a 13ft. span. the fireplaceweighs 590lbs. I was placing the unit parallel to floor joist on exterior wall (only choice).  I wasgoingto put the unit on...... The post has 6 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Floor-joist-support-18193-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:47:22 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>SIMPLE QUESTION REGARDING GRAB BARS</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Hi everyone: I have a complaint against me through the contractors state license board  because  I did not pull a building permit to install a few grab bars in a  residence. There was no other work done. The only work done was to take 4-5  grab bars...... The post has 10 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/SIMPLE-QUESTION-REGARDING-GRAB-BARS-18170-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:56:37 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Your Own Solar Panel Review</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Homemade Solar Panel Less Than $200. Make Your Own Solar Panel http://earth-4energy-review.123probiz.com To your SUCCESS :) Kalyan Supervisor http://www.gogonai.info/?d:SriKrishnaThe post does not have replies yet. <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Your-Own-Solar-Panel-Review-18164-.htm">Start the discussion here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2009 05:09:38 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Looking for Quantity Surveyor</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Title=EF=BC=9ASenior Quantity Surveyor Location=EF=BC=9AShanghai =E2=80=A2	Current location=EF=BC=9A China =E2=80=A2	Come from Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore or Malaysia and with China working experience, around 30 years old =E2=80=A2	At least 3 years...... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Looking-for-Quantity-Surveyor-18154-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2009 21:52:50 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Largest wood  hole&#45;saw &#63;</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ What is the largest, commonly-used wood hole-saw that one would find in a  bix box store such as Lowe's or  Home Depot ? 4 inches ,  or bigger ?? Thanks !! JJ ... The post has 18 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Largest-wood-hole-saw-18153-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2009 21:51:30 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Forced air vs baseboard water system in heating&#47;cooling</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Awl --  My 1920's house has forced air, does a decent job heating, a middling job  cooling the house, but at great expense -- essentially no zoning in these  old houses.  NYC area. Baseboard hot water systems are great, as they can be infinitely zo...... The post has 14 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Forced-air-vs-baseboard-water-system-in-heating-cooling-18138-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:28:13 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>1920s wiring....</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Awl --  No real problem here, just some inneresting stuff, a general Q. Of course, the wiring is old, cloth covered, but in BX, and super-high  quality.  The wire seems to be nickel or silver coated/tinned -- not just  ends, but the whole wire.  Cur...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/1920-s-wiring-18133-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:38:56 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Breaker panel, code for height from floor</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Awl --  I know that the NEC code (and NYC code) specifies that a standard wall  outlet can't be below X inches above the floor -- 4 (at one time), iirc. Is there a similar code for breaker panels?  And is there a *maximum* height  above the floor, ...... The post has 11 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Breaker-panel-code-for-height-from-floor-18131-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2009 09:38:59 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Venting enclosed room &#63;</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ We have a vacation cabin in the remote mountains.   This place was built  many years ago, and this county is so remote, not much attention is paid to  building codes, etc. I have a very small bathroom adjacent to an upstairs bathroom, that was  buil...... The post has 18 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Venting-enclosed-room-18114-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2009 17:18:47 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Plumbing Question</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ We all know that 1/4 per foot is the minimum slope for sewer pipe with  solids.  My question is this:  Is a drop of 1/2 per foot ok or even more or  should you 90 elbo it down to continue the 1/4 drop. --  Robert Olin Bob's Water & Septic LLC jolin...... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Plumbing-Question-18109-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2009 01:07:07 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>moladi launched in Ghana &#45; moladiGHANA &#45; Low cost housing</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Low cost housing is in demand all over the world.  A company moladi that produces a house building system has just launched in Ghana. moladi is a patented lightweight plastic formwork construction system that allows unskilled workers to build a hous...The post does not have replies yet. <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/moladi-launched-in-Ghana-moladiGHANA-Low-cost-housing-18108-.htm">Start the discussion here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2009 03:41:15 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Imitation coral, travertine and stone panels</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Has anyone looked at these coral stone, travertine and stone panels? The cost of hiring a mason and buying regular stones is too high to me. There are sites out there with visibly low quality products, some with better products but the prices are hi...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Imitation-coral-travertine-and-stone-panels-18104-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2009 19:16:29 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Imitation coral, travertine and stone panels</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Has anyone looked at these coral stone, travertine and stone panels? The cost of hiring a mason and buying regular stones is too high to me. There are sites out there with visibly low quality products, some with better products but the prices are hi...The post does not have replies yet. <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Imitation-coral-travertine-and-stone-panels-18103-.htm">Start the discussion here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2009 19:14:47 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Imitation coral, travertine and stone panels</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Has anyone looked at these coral stone, travertine and stone panels? The cost of hiring a mason and buying regular stones is too high to me. There are sites out there with visibly low quality products, some with better products but the prices are hi...The post does not have replies yet. <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Imitation-coral-travertine-and-stone-panels-18102-.htm">Start the discussion here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2009 18:54:08 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>October Deck Build</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ I'm currently in the process of building a deck out of Pressure Treated lumber. Originally, I wasn't worried about leaving the wood unprotected over the winter(Central IL) but now I'm not so sure. I had previously only heard that pressure treated...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/October-Deck-Build-18100-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 14:45:08 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>plastic storage tanks and algae</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ My galvanized metal storage tank is starting to rust through. So far two  spots have shown up which are weeping. about the size of a quarter.   I am looking into the plastic storage tanks. My tank is 2880 gallons. I  was looking at some of the tanks...... The post has 6 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/plastic-storage-tanks-and-algae-18090-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2009 04:56:23 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>tropical, double roofs&#63;</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ looking for examples of inexpensive roofing systems that deflect intense heat, keep the area below cooler, do not require skilled construction, may conserve water; do-able in mexico.... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/tropical-double-roofs-18080-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2009 13:03:12 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Redoing garage concrete floor</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ How does one redo a concrete floor in an existing garage? My old floor was shifting and cracking all over the place due to the soil. The floor was divided into 6 segments and at the joints gaps of 1 inch had formed. Not only had gaps formed but some...... The post has 10 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Redoing-garage-concrete-floor-18078-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2009 04:31:41 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Image Stone Fireplace Surrounds</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Anyone preparing to remodel or doing new contruction that seeks a fireplace  surround - mantle needs to take a look at these. Image Stone Company is selling off at auction over 50 sets. They retail  $5,000 - $7,000 and the order is to sell them at a...... The post has 6 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Image-Stone-Fireplace-Surrounds-18070-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2009 23:55:20 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Re&#58; Good Choice of Wireless Infrared Camera &#63;</title>
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<description><![CDATA[  if I a lot thought www.supercircuts.com  they have most everything, 200 ft needs better equipment than local stores carry.... The post has 5 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Re-Good-Choice-of-Wireless-Infrared-Camera-18062-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2009 10:19:04 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Submersible wire instead of UF</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ I will be running power from a house to a well house/shop.  I have a roll of  8/3 w ground and 6/3 with ground  submersible wire that I used in well pump  installations.  Since I have no further use for these two rolls, I'd like  one of them instea...... The post has 12 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Submersible-wire-instead-of-UF-18052-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2009 00:59:31 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Boarding some of the loft</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Hi all I have just had 270mm of loft insulation fitted but want to put back about 6  loft boards for storage purposes. With the insulation being so high now I cannot see the joists without  removing some of the insualtion. Is it okay to pull back so...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Boarding-some-of-the-loft-18050-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2009 13:13:34 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Direct TV Antenna Questions</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ I looked for a more proper group to post this in, but could not find a better group.  I  figured some folks here would know about Direct TV antennas. Ok, first I know next to  NOTHING  about satellite tv and antennas, so please be patient.    I live...... The post has 7 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Direct-TV-Antenna-Questions-18033-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:07:47 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Main breaker only shuts off 120v circuits.</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ I live on the coast of western Washington where we have several power outages per year. Two years ago, it was out for a week after a big storm. I just bought a 120v/240v, 15 amp, generator. I thought I could just kill the main breaker and plug the g...... The post has 10 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Main-breaker-only-shuts-off-120v-circuits-18026-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2009 17:49:45 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Wiring size for new panel</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ I have an existing shop that has a 200amp panel. Iam now building a house that is 40 ft from the shop. What wire size would be needed? Should i run the new panel as a sub panel? ------------------------------------- Dan... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Wiring-size-for-new-panel-18025-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:00:59 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Insulating a CMU frost wall &#45; OT for alt.solar.thermal</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Recently built a framed and truss shop building in Ohio.  Will not be fully  heated full-time, but want to maintain just above freezing, so it will be  insulated. There are concrete footers below frost line, and 8CMU frost wall to above  grade.  The...... The post has 5 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Insulating-a-CMU-frost-wall-OT-for-alt-solar-thermal-18017-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2009 16:14:41 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Paving Moulds</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ http://www.suzerain.co.za Suzerain (Pty) Ltd: Paving Moulds Create your own diy concrete paving, wall cladding and patio paving with our robust moulds. Do it yourself at a fraction of the cost of using a building contractor! paving moulds, paver mou...... The post has 5 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Paving-Moulds-18013-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2009 09:31:34 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>RUICAN sand casting</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ NINGBO RUICAN MACHINERY COMPANY cover different foundries and machining factories based on different casting process: investment casting, sand casting and pressure die casting, gravity casting, as well as precision machining with CNC machines.  ...The post does not have replies yet. <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/RUICAN-sand-casting-18008-.htm">Start the discussion here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2009 03:07:06 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Anchoring steel for monoslab footing.</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Residencial code calles for one #5 bar in the center of a mono slab footing  or 2 #4 bars.   Anyone know if it's ok to drive a verticle piece of rebar  into the ground to tie these horizontal bars to, or are they so anal  retentive that they think ...... The post has 11 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Anchoring-steel-for-monoslab-footing-17987-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2009 23:14:20 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Grout instead of Stucco&#63;</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ We are looking at a short sale home that was built here in Florida in 2006.  It was a builder's spec home and never lived in.  I'll copy and paste an opinion that one person had after looking at the outside of the house. I've looked at your house...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Grout-instead-of-Stucco-17983-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2009 11:44:10 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Septic Tank Riser Question</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Evening Construction Experts! It=92s the perfect late summer evening, and I am sitting out on my deck looking at my beautiful yard=85all except the for the septic tank riser that is sticking out 24 inches about the ground!  It looks like a fricking ...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Septic-Tank-Riser-Question-17981-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2009 20:45:52 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>Water Heater&#40;s&#41; vent question</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ I currently have one (NG)water heater in the basement venting into an unlined chimney. I am adding a second one on the second floor for the hot water needs for an upstairs apartment. As I understand it the chimney is much to large for the single wat...... The post has 7 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/Water-Heater-s-vent-question-17977-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2009 00:20:23 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>seals  for casement windows</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Any suggestion for source generic rubber and plastic seals for clad casement windows?... The post has 5 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/seals-for-casement-windows-17970-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2009 07:29:38 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>how to know if unknown wire is &quot;neutral or ground&quot;&#63;</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ I'm trying to add an outlet from 2 wires that are just hanging out of the wall. I followed the wires to the attic and only one wire goes to the attic. The other wire went somewhere else. I tested the wire and found out that it's either a ground or...... The post has 11 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/how-to-know-if-unknown-wire-is-neutral-or-ground-17936-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2009 22:49:59 -0400</pubDate>
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<title>my neighbor is using my neutral wire, is he stealing my elec...</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ I know this is crazy, but I live in a duplex, that at one point was combined to be a big house, and now it's a duplex again.  So the electricity at one point had 2 meters, then it had one meter, now it has 2 meters again. The electrical works perfe...... The post has 9 replies so far. Read more and <a href="http://www.thestuccocompany.com/construction/my-neighbor-is-using-my-neutral-wire-is-he-stealing-my-elec-17925-.htm">discuss here</a> ]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2009 19:14:05 -0400</pubDate>
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