Professor Dr. SWMBO and I are "more than casually" looking for our "downsize" property. The two of us do not need such a large home and property going forward as our older daughter is already living "independently" in town (she's a special needs adult, so isn't totally independent) and the younger,...
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When rates are high, turning off an electric water heater during those times when there's little chance of any demand (during the work day and week hours
Jim Becker Today, 3:09 PMI have used SW precat Lacquer over, BIN shellac based primer. Not much help, but my experience.
Tony Joyce Today, 3:09 PMMenards is "different" than most other big mass market home centers as they also do a serious business with contractors and others that demand
Jim Becker Today, 3:05 PMI've used Fiebing's Leather Dye to turn ash black, it worked great. It soaks in fast, too, and dries fast.
Zachary Hoyt Today, 3:03 PMBefore opening up any boxes I would pick up a receptacle tester and check every receptacle.
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This thread may help. Besides Grandpa's 1950 Emerson I had a 1970's "113." contractor. I added a decent...
glenn bradley 02-26-2021 11:13 AM
Time for some levity
Thread Starter: Dave Anderson NHWith all of the negativity and political stuff going on with the Covid-19 virus it is time to look at the humorous side of things. Feel free to add more, but keep it clean or it will be deleted.
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