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2012-04-14 Recessed lights:

Hi Bob,    I prefer to use the metal plates you nail up before drywall. That way you can position the lights properly and run the wires. There is a Roto Zip tool for cutting the holes and plugs. Like a

2012-02-15 Unfinished basement insulation:

Hi Linda,    There are many ways to insulate a basement without foil products or drywalling.  There is a commonly used wrap which is basically fiberglass insulation and vapor barrier stuck together. It

2012-01-02 Spanning a Bearing Wall:

Hi Mike,    I cannot really answer this question as these details are normally calculated by an engineer.  A 14' span is quite long for any beam and would usually require a steel "I" beam.  A three ply

2011-06-23 Shed foundation:

Hi Terry.   With the size of that shed I'm sure it would require a foundation similar to a house or garage. This would be a poured concrete footing well below the frost line which in Newfoundland could

2011-06-11 Spa/Hot tub installation:

Many composite tubs are supported with mortar or cement. While it doesn't look very nice I'm sure it provides a good base for the tub. If the floor is concrete and not heated there could be a problem with