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    How do i mount a light to a metal building?

    How do I mount a residential outdoor wall light to a pole shed? Typically you use a octagon box for the mount and wire connections, but cant in this case. Thanks for any ideas.
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    Is the soffit baffles installed correctly?

    Did my insulation guy install the soffit baffle vents correctly? Thanks
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    Is this a good cordless framing nailer?

    Is this a good nailer and a good deal for a framing nailer? http://www.menards.com/main/tools-hardware/power-tools-accessories/air-compressors-pneumatic-tools-accessories/nailers-staplers/cordless-framing-nailer/p-1447439087752-c-12912.htm?tid=-3969101669723195643 Thanks
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    Best way to shoot angle screws or nails?

    I need to install a bunch of 2x4's flush mounted in a pole shed going between the poles. (I think its called toenailing) What is the best way to do this? I am guessing a nail gun would be the fastest, but I have never used one before so I will have to purchase one. If I use screws, I almost...
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    Scaffolding for 12' ceiling install?

    http://www.menards.com/main/paint/ladders-scaffolding/scaffolding/6-stackable-baker-style-utility-scaffold/paint/ladders-scaffolding/scaffolding/6-stackable-baker-style-utility-scaffold/p-1444436078787.htm;jsessionid=E33635A979A2638261F7B4B782BFFC90.tndm-prodapp6-external-mcom I am 5'10". Will...
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    Interior metal liner instal, what bottom trim?

    What trim do I need to purchase for the bottom when installing a metal interior liner? Thanks
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    4mm or 6mm vapor barrier?

    Should I get 4mm or 6mm plastic for walls when putting insulation in a pole shed. It will be metal, then r19 insulation, then plastic, then metal wall liner for the walls. Do I need plastic when installing cellulose insulation in the ceiling? I will be using the metal liner material also for...
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    How to install baffles in pole shed?

    How do you install baffles in a pole shed with 8' spacing between the poles. The ones they sell at menards are for 24" trusses.
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    Menards Pro-Tuf interior liner?

    https://www.menards.com/main/building-materials/pole-barn-post-frame-materials/steel-panels/8-2-pro-tuf-interior-pvc-liner-panel/p-1444448489029.htm?cm_vc=PROMOZ1 Has anyone seen this stuff. Sounds like this would be easier to work with then the metal type. Thoughts? I want to use this stuff...
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    R52 or R62 Cellulose Insulation in ceiling?

    I live in northern IL and for $1250 I can do R52 or for $1500 I can do R62. What should I choose? Thanks
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    Morton wall insulation, how to attach it?

    https://vimeo.com/121393586 Any idea how Morton attaches the insulation for the walls to the 2x4 that gets attached to the top of the wall? They pre attach the insulation to a 2x4 somehow...then they hang it....cant see in video how it is exactly attached before it is hung. I was able to...
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    220V for a pressure washer?

    I need to install an outlet for a 220 Volt pressure washer. Is 10-2 wire ok to use with a 30 amp breaker at a 40'length? Also, does anyone know what would be the type of outlet configuration? I don't have the washer yet, but wanted to get it pre wired this weekend. Thanks
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    RotoZip to cut outlet holes in 29ga steel?

    I prewired my shed, and now I want to start installing a steel liner. What is best to use to try to cut those opening for outlets? Thanks
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    8" x 1" x 5/8" Grinding wheels?

    Where are these located on the internet...seems that I cant find them. Also...what grit should I get. Thanks
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    36" x 72" table top at Menards?

    https://www.menards.com/main/kitchen/countertops-laminate/view-all-countertops-laminate/butcher-block-top-36-wide-x-72-long-x-1-5-thick/p-1444430610433.htm Would this work ok for a work table? If so, I thought about buying some type of kitchen cabinet to mount this on. Any recommendations and...
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    White Thermostat wire?

    Does anyone sell white Thermostat wire for a garage heater?
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    30x40x12 shed,how big of heater?

    30x40x12 insulated shed...what size gas garage heater should I purchase? Thanks
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    How many outlets per 20A breaker?

    I am running about 20 wall outlets in my 30x40 shed. How many per breaker should I do, and what gauge wire? Thanks. Nothing will be a dedicated outlet for any special type of equipment.
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    8500 Garage Door Gap at Top?

    I just had a 8500 installed on a 18' wide garage door. The problem is, there is a gap in the middle and its letting bugs and air in. Can anything be done to fix this. All seals seam to be installed. I think it is because I don't have the center type opener that would normally push against...
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    Adding on to Pole Shed?

    I just had a Morton built, and am already thinking it will be to small. It is a 30x40x12. Can this be stretched out another 20 or so foot? If so, what should I do with the roof line, should I make it match the existing, or step down maybe 2 foot. I only need more floor space. Any idea of...
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