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metz123 t1_j22cvxr wrote
Reply to Help with Shower - no hot water by rayzer12
Some showers also have a pressure valve along with the shower cartridge. Getting no water is a sigh of a failed cartridge, no hot water can be the pressure valve valve.
Justhavingfun888 t1_j22cesa wrote
Reply to comment by Rdb12389 in 120v Extension Cord with USB outlets by HardSn0wCrash
That may be but you still assembled them and the unit has not been certified. In industrial settings we made our own extension cords and they needed to be inspected by the electrical authority prior to use. They put a pretty sticker on it and shot the shit to kill time. But, really, who cares and nice work!
ItamiOzanare t1_j22c14i wrote
Fast, sturdy solution: Bolt some plywood over the outside. Caulk the edges. Couple coats of exterior paint. Stuff insulation into the wall gap space. Drywall the inside surface.
Temporary fix: Sturdy sheet plastic on the outside, stapled down. Insulation in the gap. Plastic sheet on the inside.
mcdiego OP t1_j22bgb4 wrote
Reply to comment by ntyperteasy in How to Insulate Bathroom Exhaust in Attic by mcdiego
Yes, definitely want to get it fixed before we have some new house guests!
After the roofer installed the vent, did you just use the same duct work from your temporary fix? And did you have the vent installed on the gable?
PLEASEHIREZ t1_j22b0o8 wrote
Can we get a picture? It's clearly an exposed wall, but how much insulation is in that wall or specifically between that stud space? Do you have electrical running in that specific section? Own or rent? Do you need to be able to undo most of your work? If you don't care about insulation, you could technically drywall over it; but you're still going to get a very cold wall.
If you aren't able to break the wall open more (insulation batting, hard foam board), then you're really left with trying to insulate what you can get at, and close the wall up.
ExtensionSystem3188 t1_j22avwb wrote
A 3 legged stand will never wobble. Best I can do rn.
Scared_Management_73 t1_j22akia wrote
Check the old outlets and see if the tab was broken off. If so then you need to break it off of the new one. It'll be on the outlets where just the top or bottom is controlled by a switch.
johnnySix t1_j229796 wrote
I have a huge 36” farmhouse sink by franke. It’s great. We have a seam back there but it’s hardly noticeable. You could hide is at the faucet to make it even less visible
NotWorthTheTimeX t1_j228s46 wrote
Reply to comment by zhouyu24 in Ideas on how I can fix my threshold on vinyl plank? by zhouyu24
You’re welcome. I like Liquid Nails construction adhesive. Just don’t use a “Gorilla Glue” type glue for this.
Rdb12389 t1_j228l0e wrote
Reply to comment by Guygan in 120v Extension Cord with USB outlets by HardSn0wCrash
Yeah….no. It’s assembled from off the shelf UL listed components in a code compliant way. Box, outlet, 1/2” npt cord pass through, regular NEMA 5-15 plug. Grounded the box. There’s nothing to worry about there.
unimatrix_0 t1_j228d7z wrote
Reply to comment by mcdiego in How to Insulate Bathroom Exhaust in Attic by mcdiego
If you have any open vents in the attic space, get some flexible pipe and temporarily have the air move right to the vent opening. You'll at least get much of it leaving. Then insulate the rest, and do it all properly in the spring.
zhouyu24 OP t1_j228atp wrote
Reply to comment by NotWorthTheTimeX in Ideas on how I can fix my threshold on vinyl plank? by zhouyu24
Thanks you so much. I’ll look for an acrylic glue.
visceralintricacy t1_j227nlw wrote
How big is the hole? What are the walls made out of? Cladding? Brick?
cantesa t1_j227ike wrote
Is it wobbly because of the legs, or the floor being uneven? Haven't seen if this was considered. You can also bolt the table to the wall with two 'L' brackets.
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empousaa t1_j226c0m wrote
I've built particle board furniture for years and I can tell you that a screw in that board cannot hold much. Buy 4 metal legs which have at least 4 mounting holes each. Otherwise the only cheap option are 2 full panels left/right connected on the wall side of the desk with another panel 30-35 cm in height which you'll eventually have to screw it to the top part with metal brackets or if your brave/accurate enough, use wood pins Moreso, once you screw a screw in a particle board it is esential that you don't over screw it and break the thread. Multiple screwing in the same hole also weakens the bond. Do not use a guiding hole. Use screws as long as possible not to exit the other side. Particle board furniture can be sturdy too but it has limitations and it's highly recommended to deconstruct it if you plan to transport it to another location. If you want to make it extra sturdy and easy to break apart, mark the mounting plate holes of the metal legs and screw faucets in, the use metal screws to connect the legs. Hope this helps you and good luck
Refreshingpudding t1_j226an1 wrote
You really need to post some pics
buildyourown t1_j22589o wrote
Reply to Mold on framing lumber! by nathanetech
Once the structure is dried in the wood will dry out and this wont be an issue
cbryancu t1_j22541w wrote
you own or rent?
Somerset76 t1_j223uqi wrote
Look up a YouTube video on fixing large holes in walls. Get a piece of carpet to hang over repair for insulation purposes
danauns t1_j222iw1 wrote
Reply to 120v Extension Cord with USB outlets by HardSn0wCrash
These are kick ass, well done.
I've seen the company you're talking about. They sell the exact same thing. I've been tempted to make my own too!
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Reply to comment by GoodBeerFan in Need help with a power loss issue by SEND_me_MONEY_4_toes
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dablakh0l t1_j22cw4o wrote
Reply to Help filling in Air Conditioning Hole in my Room. by Crudeyakuza
You can start by grabbing some expanded owens-corning pink foam boards. They come in 2" thick and are easily cut. Also get a can of the water-based spray foam, so that you can clean it up easily in the future if you need to. Cut 2 pieces from the foam board to fit the hole and so you end up with 4" of insulation. Fill any gaps around the edges with the spray foam, and enjoy the lack of cold air making it into your living space.