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Is there a way to remove paint from cinderblock walls that does not involve sand/glassbead-blasting?

The basement in our 1979-era house has cinder block walls. These walls have a tacky (DryLok perhaps? It's not efflorescence) coating on their surface that looks like a heavy,...

Asked on 01/18/2021

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Basement Bathroom Rough In

My basement shower rough-in cover is broken. Can anyone tell me what's this cover called? Where can I purchase it? And how to replace it? ...

Asked on 01/18/2021 by indyguy49

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Switched a outdoor gfci for a working one but now other components in the house don't work?

I did some minor electrical work for a friend as I have some minor electrical knowledge myself, and he called me today saying that the heated floor and towel warmers...

Asked on 01/18/2021 by Soren

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How should I fill gaps in wooden skirting board etc?

I got this product to fill deep holes. It is a general purpose filler which states:This is a non-shrink, ready mixed mortar made with natural hydraulic lime,...

Asked on 01/17/2021

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Is a leak in my sink drain caused by a connection that's too high?

I've read thru some threads about garbage disposals + p-traps, and would appreciate some help. My P-trap leaks once a year (at Christmas!) I bought a condo 2-years ago, last...

Asked on 01/17/2021 by Warren Eric

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What is the most cost-effective way to reduce sound coming up my staircase?

We bought a two-story house with a fairly open-plan staircase. See below: My desk sits right by the top of the stairs,...

Asked on 01/17/2021 by Azor Ahai -him-

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Plumbing Terminology: Slab leak bypass

A slab leak was bypassed by a contractor with a single pipe to the target terminal and does not include changes to the drains or piping to fixtures (toilets, sinks,...

Asked on 01/17/2021

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Replacing bulbs in Harbor Breeze ceilng fan with remote

I'd like to use the brighter better energy LED bulbs but when I put them in - they blinked continuously. I think this MAY be because the fan is on...

Asked on 01/17/2021 by Virginia

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Are wood boxes sturdy enough to support a loft bed?

I am planning on getting "wood crates" to be the legs of a lofted bed. Each box measures 18" x 12". For thickness, the long sides are strips of 1/4"...

Asked on 01/17/2021

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How can I keep screws secure over time in a loft bed kit?

I just ordered this bed and a lot of the reviews say that the screws loosen and have to be retightened often. I'm wondering what the impact...

Asked on 01/17/2021 by user127228

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