Is it reasonable to ask for a more detailed bathroom remodel quote?
I got a bathroom remodel quote that lists the main work but leaves some costs unclear, including disposal and a few items that will be priced later. Is…
DIY
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How do I start sizing an off-grid solar system?
I’m trying to understand what it takes to power a house entirely from solar and batteries. I’m getting lost between watts, daily energy use, panels, batteries, and inverters.…
What would you put in a starter tool setup for my son?
My son is getting into home repairs and likes Milwaukee tools. We have about $600 to spend, but he doesn’t need a tool for every possible job. What…
How would you cover a 1-inch gap under basement trim?
The concrete floor slopes toward a drain behind the wall, leaving about a 1-inch gap under the basement trim. I’d rather not level the floor. What are some…
How should I handle this thickness mismatch on a basement wall?
I’m repairing a basement wall after a flood. The existing upper section seems thicker than the new drywall I planned to use below it, and one replacement sheet…
Where should I start with DeWalt, and is a used DCD794 worth $40?
I’m replacing some old cordless tools and looking at a used DCD794 drill with a small battery for $40. I’m also considering a larger kit for home projects…
How far back should I move the frog for a thicker iron?
I fitted a thick aftermarket iron to a Stanley No. 5. To make it fit, I have to move the frog so far back that a ridge at…
Does this paver base plan look right?
I’m installing backyard pavers on rocky ground in a cold-winter area. I’ve dug down 3 to 4 inches and compacted the soil. My plan is fabric, an inch…
Can I update the look of this bathroom fan without replacing the fan?
The exhaust fan still works, but its light and housing look dated. Removing the visible screw did not loosen the cover, and paint or texture may be holding…
Any good ways to get more airflow through my condo?
When it’s around 72°F outside, my condo can still sit near 80°F, especially with the sun coming through the windows. The windows all face the same direction, so…
How do I stop my loft bed from wobbling?
I built a tall loft bed, and it feels solid under weight but wobbles from side to side. I’m considering braces or attaching it to the wall, but…
Any tips for refinishing an old staircase without losing the details?
I’m looking for general advice on refinishing older stairs. What’s a careful way to clear old finish from carved details, and how should I assess pale bands left…
Was $50 CAD a good price for these old chisels?
I picked up a group of older chisels and other hand tools for $50 CAD. The chisel stamps appear to include several Sheffield makers, and some may be…
Could 50 psi be causing the whining, or is my pressure valve failing?
For a few days, several sinks and toilets made a high-pitched whining sound when water was running or a toilet was flushing. The noise stopped, and a gauge…
Would dowels be enough for the center support on this couch table?
I’m making a C-shaped couch table with a center support connecting the back to the top and bottom. I’m considering dowels where it meets the back, but I’m…
Why does the end grain on my table look darker after staining?
I built a table and noticed some end-grain areas came out much darker than the face grain. What causes that, and is there a way to make the…
How worried should I be about a bathroom fan venting into the attic?
I found that my master bathroom fan in Texas appears to dump air straight into the attic, with no duct leading outside. It may have been this way…
Can I paint over lining paper on plaster walls?
I’ve removed the wallpaper and found brown lining paper underneath on plaster walls. It looks mostly intact, and I’d rather not strip it and replaster if I can…
Can I fill the gaps between these pavers with concrete?
The gaps are wide in places, and loose material washes out when it rains. I’d like to make the area easier to keep clean, but I’m not sure…
What’s the right way to mount solar on a metal shingle roof?
I’m looking at adding solar to a stamped, painted steel shingle roof. What mounting approach should I look into, especially if I want to plan ahead without creating…