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I'm getting ready to install a dryer in a laundry closet. I wasn't really thinking when I cut the duct flush to where the sheet rock would end. How can I attach a 4" solid duct to that pipe. Can I cut a short stub piece and use a right angle drill to secure the stub in place? The stub will...

I found a leak at my parents house. There's a small hole in the lead bend under their toilet. I don't have time to replace the lead bend today. What is the best epoxy or other sealer I can use. How long can I expect the repair to last?

My macbook's magnetic charging port has tiny bits of metal scrap stuck to it. It tried removing with a folded up piece of masking tape, and then tried with a magnet. No luck. The metal pieces are prevent me from getting my charging cable fully seated. Any ideas on how to remove the metal bits?

I installed about 800 sq ft of prefinished hardwood flooring. I bought more than I needed, b/c I was worried about defects. Got it from one of the big box stores, so I can return some of the extra boxes. How many sq ft do people typically keep on hand? And can I store it in my basement...

I'm getting ready to place a kitchen cabinet order and wanted to get some opinions. The kitchen is already plumbed and electric has been setup. 1. Upper cabinet height: The ceilings are 112" in the kitchen area. I was initially going to do 36" upper cabinets, but I think minimizing the...

A friend needs me to weld some stainless steel together. I have a Lincoln 180 MIG running flux core and a Lincoln 225 stick welder. I'd prefer to use the Lincoln Mig welder b/c I have more time on that machine. Can I use the Blue demon stainless steel .035 flux core wire spool with my...

Seeking advice on fitting a row of hardwood flooring uptight against a non-functioning brick fireplace. The tongue side is facing the fireplace which will only allow me to get within 5/16" of the fireplace. That gap is too big. My idea is to cut the tongue off the already installed floor...

I'm about to start installing 300 linear feet of 5" baseboard. In the past I'd measure each corner with an angle finder and just cut to the best fit possible. Which never is a great fit b/c of various out a square & level issues. Even on new construction. The formula I use for any angle...

I've got to lay some bricks on the floor of a firebox. Fireplace is non-functional. I'm trying to get a color match. I'm using Portland Type 1-2 cement, Lime, and Mason sand. What I'm after is a light grey tan sort of color. I've experimented with a few different combinations and nothing is...

Some guy is selling this used arc welder for $150. Cheapest I've seen and I've been looking for a while. There's no way to test it b/c he doesn't have a 220v outlet. What would you guys do to inspect the box visually? I've read this Lincoln is pretty simple to take apart and work on if...

I've got to build 11 craftsman style door frames (counting each side of a door). With 8' doors the price difference b/w primed pine and common pine (unpainted) is $200. Is it worth going with the primed pine - are the boards going have less bow and distortion? I'm going to paint them with an...

Found a seller who’s selling it as part of a tool clean out sale. Seller is asking me what I’m willing to offer and she told me there’s a lot interest in the bandsaw. Waiting for seller to send me the exact model # And can it be used to work on cutting metal with the appropriate blade?

Can I use 15ga 2” nails when I’ve run out of room for my flooring nailer? The other option is to run #7 2” trim head screws into the tongue. I’ve used the trim head screws before it’s a bit tedious. Will the 15ga 2” nails provide enough holding power? Last row is going to require glue and...

I'm installing pre-finished hardwood floors and I need to move my steam radiators so I can finish installing the floors. I picked up some hard surface sliders. See pic. Anyone have any experience with these? I'd hate to find out the hard way that these sliders weren't up to the challenge of...

I'm installing 3/4" oak flooring throughout my apartment project. Everywhere except the bathrooms. I have a laundry closet - for a stacking washer and dryer set. Should I bother picking up LVP to install in the closet. Or just install the hardwood? I have to order transitions for other...

Would something like this be good for running electrolysis to remove rust from metal? Guy wants $35 for it. Apparently it’s very difficult to find manual chargers these days. An alternative is to buy a Dc power supply. Or rig up an old computer power supply with alligator clips.

I found a used Stihl SH86CE for $85 near me. Based on the reviews it seems like a good blower. What should I look for when starting it up and running it? Thanks https://www.stihlusa.com/products/blowers-and-shredder-vacs/shredder-vacs/sh86ce/

I bought something from a guy clearing out his garage and he had 2 metal parts cabinets for sale. They were a bit rusty and one had a handful of drawers that were difficult to open (tan cabinet) They are on the largish side. Which might be good for storage of larger items. How tough is it to...

I leveled out my sagging subfloor using sleeper shims, and plywood decking. In areas that were less that 3/4" below the high point, I just used sleeper shims. I'm installing 3/4" pre-finished white oak flooring. It looks like I screwed up my measurements in one corner of the apartment. I...

I'm about to install hardwood flooring. 3/4" prefinished white oak. The directions call for 3/4" spacing off all vertical planes. This is also the National Wood Flooring Association's (NWFA) recommendation. My main installation areas are 10' wide. From my understanding wide rooms (say 20')...