Recent content by Fav Onefour

What is the tiny flake stuff called? I ran across some of that in a campground building in the bathrooms. They used the product on shower floors. It looks and feels like epoxy coat but the flakes are tiny. The floor was grippy and yet seemed like it would be easier to clean vs large flake...

I used coarse grit aluminum oxide in my garage. It's grippy as heck and durable. I would do a finer grit on my next project. The grip is incredible but it's harder to clean. I try to wipe up oil and small spills before they get tracked around. The coarse grit will tear up rags.

Most of the steel doors I have dealt with are not structural. They're steel versions of basic door frames. It's hard to tell by the pictures but you current steel frame doesn't look like a structural frame. Those buggers are pretty heavy duty and typically have some type of footing anchor...

Receiver hitch mount? Main disadvantage would be a nice vehicle getting hit by grinding debris. It sure would be mobile.

I was thinking about this topic today when I hopped into my vehicle after it had been sitting in the sun. Couple things popped into my head. You are getting temps in the range of car interior from sitting in the sun. Cars are not going to reflect much with all the glass. That attic is pretty...

I have to admit that I share that sentiment. I have two that are in holes that about six feet deep. They are in the same building but not interconnected? It's a mystery setup I inherited when I bought the building. Some goofball unplugged one and the hole was basically full along with the...

Sounds like the soffit venting is great. It's a pretty easy check to see if the venting is blocked by insulation. Even with proper baffles, the insulation could have been blown into those cavities. Next step would be checking the ridge vent. The mesh style is prone to plugging with dust and...

Check around on the PVC boards. We have stuff longer than 8' at multiple big box stores. Full length boards would eliminate a lot of your challenges. I use PVC quite often on exterior replacement and repairs. My main fastener choice is SS finish screws. Nails are fine and the advice on...

@TheOtherGoose , I am so glad that you did a follow up response with the actual issue. It often seems that ideas are thrown around and nobody knows what was actually wrong. I'm sure this information can help someone else down the road.

That load rating isn't giving you much fluff.

Why did you build a shed? I know the question doesn't help now, but man. . . The building is not built to properly work as a conditioned building. Trying to do half remedies is going to be an ongoing challenge. You have a couple options. Bite the bullet and redo the building envelope to...

Bummer. It makes sense. I hadn't backed one out far enough to test. After you posted, I checked the screw travel with one of my super basic models. The screw hits a stop point and won't back out further. That goes back to the original question. Honestly, I'd wonder if something else is...

Socket head cap screw? Might be worth trying to find one at a local hardware store. They often have some with knurled heads. Might need to smooth out the point so it's flat. It wouldn't cost much to try.

Maybe my wording was a little gray. We listed as accepting a buyer with an agent. The buyer had an agent. Those dollars came off the deal. Sure, it would have been great if someone walked in without an agent. I'm not sure how many deals work out that way in our area. It is rare to even see...

My siblings all have cabins up north. She does enjoy the hanging out and lake time. In fact, she is open to the idea but doesn't want to be way up north. We've looked at a few lake properties close to our house. Those numbers aren't pretty. Postage stamp lots are already seven figures...