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…paint contains lead. Lead paint is more likely to be found in homes built before 1978. If there is a chance that this paint-stripping project involves lead paint, call the National Lead Information Center or contact a local paint retailer about how to safely…

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…2 to 5 times higher indoors than outdoors. During and for several hours immediately after certain activities, such as paint stripping, levels may be 1,000 times background outdoor levels. Steps to Reduce Exposure Use household products according…

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…while you are involved in short-term activities that can generate high levels of pollutants--for example, painting, paint stripping, heating with kerosene heaters, cooking, or engaging in maintenance and hobby activities such as welding, soldering…

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…concrete. Next, they installed several beams and attached joist hangers to which the pressure treated horizontal joists were…
…craftsmen at Acorn built six foot rail sections with 1x1-inch balusters and 2x6-inch continuous top rails. The railing system was…

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…article), modern porches have been built using composites and plastics to reduce upkeep needs. The decking, railings, balusters and trim pieces for a porch can all be purchased as any sort of non-wood alternative, including polyurethane, cellular…

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…used to form a new connection between the joist and the subfloor, drawing the subfloor down to the joist to eliminate gaps as screws are driven through…
…shim shingle and push it between the floor joist and the subflooring. Gently tap the shim…

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…Extended warranties sometimes up to 25 years against cracking, splitting and rotting are common. Railing components include balusters, handrails, posts, post caps, post sleeves or skirts and spindles. Contractors like Drummond commonly round out their…

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