Homeowner Forum / Construction / March 2005

I would like to take out a wall (about 6') between dining room and kitchen
in a log cabin. Wall is part of gable end of cabin........kitchen was an add
on. How would i put a header in to support weight? Would i make header using
a log? Ive put headers in openings in load bearing ...

I am in the Boston area, and I recently had some contractors look at a
situation in my house, and I would like the general public's opinion
about
the information I have received, so here goes:

Hey all,
There is a 8" deep circular channel the circumference of a dime that goes
into my poured foundation wall.(from where the forms were used.)  It's
cement covering has come off and when heavy rain occurs I have a leak coming

What is the best insulation to use in a new home?  Fiberglass bats,
blown celulose, sprayed foam?   Has anyone used isynene or Sealection?

I am trying to run an idea here to see if it is possible to build a
backyard deck with a 4' overhang outward from the outer posts.  I like
a 4' overhang outward because I don't like to have another set of posts
at the edge of the deck, that way, my two level deck will share just

I am building a cedar home.  I want to use one of the clear sealer
products to seal and protect the siding.  We like the natural finish
and are considering one of the products that has a slight cedar tint
and had uv and mildew protection.  I have heard that one of the best

Hey all,
    Have a series of closets on a job with three custom doors each. The
three doors sit in one large opening and we are looking to hinge them
all the same swing (so only one door has a jamb for leaf style hinge). I

I want to install an outdoor flood light on a telephone pole that runs
in my yard.  (no, I probably shouldn't use it, but yes, I will anyway!)
I am looking at installing a light like this:
http://www.lowes.com/lkn?action=productDetail&productId=66358-337-AL70MH&lpage=none

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How to demolish a concrete structure and a stairwekll in the middle of
large cities and department stores. The case study section is on line
at www.cvdltd.co.uk/aboutcvd/casestudy and will be updated with new
projects.

I need to cut a 3*10 notch in a 2*8 joist to run an exhaust vent. (No other
options).
So I'm wondering if there is a ready made steel plate for this application?
If not, how long should I make the sisters on the neigbouring  joists, 6

My 2nd-story deck has substantial damage from carpenter bees, mostly in the
supporting joists.  I'd love to tear the whole thing down and start over but
with a daughter in college and another taking a trip to Italy this summer,
the money just isn't there.  I'm thinking of pumping ...

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I'm wondering if I can strengthen the support beam in my basement in order
to remove
one of the support posts...  Here's a sketch of the current design:
http://s89590977.onlinehome.us/BasementBeams.JPG

Can anyone tell me if the Florida Building Code requires the door between
the garage and and the living area in a single family residence be fire
rated. If it does, can you site the section. Thanks in advance.