
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
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 ...
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 …
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? …
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 …
Attaching surface mount deck railing posts directly above a 5 1/8" Rim ...
May 18, 2020 · eI am installing a deck railing that will be directly above 5 1/8" x 11" glue laminated deck beam along the front of the deck. Along the sides of the deck, it will be doubled up 2x10 joists. I ca...
Proper way to connect joist to top plate? [closed]
What's the proper way to connect an element like this: I was thinking hurricane ties but was wondering if there was a better connector.
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...
Drywall to metal building - Home Improvement Stack Exchange
Feb 16, 2022 · The largest problem with attaching the drywall directly to the building frame is you won't have great support for the drywall. That's why virtually all opt to frame and then drywall the frame.
Basement wall framing - Attaching top plate with pipes in the way
Nov 18, 2023 · Exactly where is the wall suppose to go? The top plate mainly holds the wall from tipping over, so if most of it is attached to the joists and a section is shorter (with short studs) to past the …