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New Area January 28, 2006 Just a quick note to let you all know that the Tool Review section is now finished as well as the Tool store. I've also setup the Add Link for the affiliates channel.

A new look January 23, 2006 As you may have noticed - we've got a new look. This is one step in many that will bring the site to the next level. We have added a few channels (that's what we're calling the sections of the site now). This will allow the site to expand further and faster. We hope you enjoy the new look and features and do let us know if you have any problems or have suggestions for new features.

Original property

The two major justifications given for original property, or homesteading, is effort and scarcity. John Locke emphasized effort, "mixing your labor"...

Framing a short, L-shaped partition...

I've got a shower alcove framed and would like to leave one end of the partition "free standing" (i.e. not attached to the adjacent wall and short of...

Designing a garage slab

I am a complete novice, but I'm intelligent and capable. I want to create a 2-car concrete slab next to my house for parking and repair work. How...

help with support beam question.

Hi, this is my first post, so hello to every one. I'm building a 28'x28' garage with a 28'x28' second floor on top for storage & maybe a play room....

reading structural drawings

hi, im having problems reading some structural drawings (quite old i must add) im not sure how to read the structural members on these drawings.....

Drainage tile under concrete question.

I hope someone can answer this question for me. I have a drainage problem in my backyard. Im planning on rerouting a gutter that drains into the...

Reccomended tools for new construction worker?

Will I be fine with my framing hammer and tape measure, or are there more things I should have? Ive just started working construction for a...

General purpose knife

Could anyone reccomend a good general purpose knife for odds and ends? Durability and quality are what Im after. Anyone have any experience with...

Poured Basement - New Construction

We are having a new home constructed soon and want a 9 foot high poured basement. What should I be looking for in a good poured foundation? I want...

The use of screws instead of nails

I am in SoCal USA, do most building codes allow the use of screws in place of nails for floor, ceiling and wall framing and build-up beams. I am...

cover the gaps in OSB sheathing?

I have sheathed my roof with 1/2" OSB sheets nailed to rafters on 2-foot centres. I'm going to cover that with metal outer roofing. I've left space...

Constructing Insights

*PRESS RELEASE 13 May 2008* *Constructing Insights Best Practice Company Visits for the Construction Industry* Onsite Insights, who successfully...

Field Stone

I met a guy in Home Depot who told me that I can take just stone on my back yard and use them to finish foundation of my house. I can clean them with...

125gal & 75 gal Tanks in Apartment - Need advice

I'm not sure if you can help me. I'm looking for some advice. I currently have two fish tanks in the basement of a house, but will be moving to an...

Deck Construction

Can anyone provide me with information as to the required depth for post holes for a deck construction in Denver Colorado? As well, I need...

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