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  1. How can I attach a pipe to a flat surface? - Home Improvement …

    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 ...

  2. 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, 3 months ago Modified 2 years, 11 …

  3. How can I attach a wall plate to the underside of a metal I-beam?

    Jul 24, 2025 · The holes as described would be harmless, but if they creep you out, you could have a welder weld a perforated angle iron to the bottom of the beam. You can then drive as …

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

    Window/Door Flashing tape Sill Gasket Powder Actuated Hammer - a tool which fires a .22 caliber shell loaded with a nail. Tapcon Screws - Pre-drill base plate and concrete and then secure to …

  5. How can I attach drywall directly to cinder blocks without using ...

    Oct 3, 2021 · Attaching drywall directly to cinderblock is a continuation of the previous workmanship. Unless you're super tight on space then I would build out a proper wall using …

  6. 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 …

  7. deck - Can I use these post brackets to attach railing posts on top …

    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 …

  8. Attach Porch Roof Beam to Side of House

    May 8, 2017 · The porch is 15'x20' and will be connected to the back of the house. The concrete piers, ledger, joists, and beams have already been installed. I'm now moving to install 4x4 …

  9. waterproofing - How can I attach things to the inside of a shipping ...

    I just got a shipping container for use as storage/workshop and need to figure out how to attach things to the container walls and ceiling, without causing it to leak. I'd like to hang a garden tool

  10. 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 …