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  1. electrical - what is a "running board" for attaching NM cables ...

    Aug 17, 2020 · what is a "running board" for attaching NM cables perpenticular to floor joists in an unfinished basement? Ask Question Asked 5 years, 4 months ago Modified 3 years ago

  2. How can I attach a pipe to a flat surface? - Home Improvement Stack ...

    What type of fitting is used to attach a pipe to a flat surface such as a barrel or other container? The reason I ask is because I have built a tray out of sheet metal that is intended to contain ...

  3. Attaching a wheel to a metal rod (axle)? - Home Improvement Stack …

    Oct 23, 2019 · I have a wheel (1/2 inch diameter) and a metal rod (1/2 inch diameter) [axle]. Currently, the wheel on the axle results in the wheel free-spinning. How could I attach the wheel to the axle? …

  4. Covered deck roof beam support at house

    Nov 23, 2021 · I am adding a covered deck and attaching to my house. I want to attach it like the project about which funtastic asked this forum May 20 '14 at 6:47 and was given a response to his question …

  5. How should I fasten lowered stair stringers to my deck landing?

    Apr 22, 2022 · How should I go about fastening/attaching this "joist extension" to the main joist above it? I was thinking of using a 2x10 or 2x12 backer, and fastening with structural screws, but I am open to …

  6. What is the best way to attach wood studs to existing steel studs?

    Jun 19, 2021 · IMO 3/4" plywood held with 4 to 6 appropriate sheet metal screws in two studs is plenty. If you want you could also use several good anchors in the sheetrock. There's a question a few …

  7. How do you secure wood framing to a concrete basement floor?

    I wrote an answer but just noticed the 'floating floor' part. Are you wanting to attach your baseplate to the concrete, or a floating floor? If the latter, what kind of floor are we talking about?

  8. deck - Can I use these post brackets to attach railing posts on top of ...

    I found a Simpson strong tie product (BC40Z) 4x4 half post base, and it states its intended use is for attaching a 4x4 railing post securely on top of wooden decking. The following picture demonst...

  9. Installing vinyl siding over concrete foundation walls

    My other thought was to use 2" x 1/2" furring strips with 4" wide strips around the edges, attaching them using concrete screws. Significantly easier to attach than a whole OSB panel.

  10. How many Tapcons should be used to anchor a baseplate to a

    Feb 4, 2015 · I'm building a non-structural wall in my basement. I'm using Pressure-treated lumber on top of a foam sill gasket to protect from any moisture. How many tapcons should be used per 8-foot …