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RE: When the stitching starts to show
Man, those old square nails are brutal. I swear, half the time it takes longer to get the boards free than it does to actually use them. But yeah, with lumber prices these days, I’ll take a little extra elbow grease over...
RE: If underlayments could talk: which one would outlast the others?
That’s what I keep running into too. The eco stuff sounds great on paper, but I’ve seen it curl up or get brittle after a couple seasons, especially if it’s not covered quick. Anyone actually seen one of those “breathabl...
RE: Navigating local rules for adding a green roof: my step-by-step
I get why you’d want to prep both, but honestly, I’ve seen inspectors totally ignore supplier specs and just stick to city code, even when the spec sheets are way more detailed. Sometimes it feels like over-prepping just...
RE: Spotting wear and tear on used gear: my quick routine
I hear you on the “airtight” bins - mine are supposed to be weatherproof, but I still find rust creeping in, especially after a humid spell. I’m in the South, so it’s just a constant battle with moisture. I tried those s...