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JLC-Online Forums http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/ The JLC-Online Forums help construction professionals share ideas and get answers to their questions about business and technical topics. en Tue, 24 Nov 2009 02:33:47 GMT vBulletin 60 http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg JLC-Online Forums http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/ Explanation of Arc Fault Breakers http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50119&goto=newpost Mon, 23 Nov 2009 22:39:27 GMT Can someone explain to me the purpose of an arc fault breaker. I know its a safety issue, but I had some concerns about a smoke detector being on an arc fault circuit. In this case, the breaker would trip and not allow the smoke alarm to function properly? Can someone shed some light on the... Can someone explain to me the purpose of an arc fault breaker. I know its a safety issue, but I had some concerns about a smoke detector being on an arc fault circuit. In this case, the breaker would trip and not allow the smoke alarm to function properly? Can someone shed some light on the purpose of an arc fault. There are plenty of homes that have stood the test of time without arc fault breakers. ]]> The Electric Shop NateMoss http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50119 new windows - condensation on storms http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50118&goto=newpost Mon, 23 Nov 2009 22:00:06 GMT I just put in 8 Kolbe & Kolbe new construction Heritage clad sliders, Low-e 270 argon fill with factory single pane storm, U .26 SHGC .28

All of the upstairs windows are forming condensation on the storm only, on the side with the slider closest to it. This occurs on the north, east and west sides only on the top floor. There are 2 lower windows in which this doesn't happen.

All of the windows are taped top and sides and foamed in from the inside.
The storms are not sealed or weatherstripped to the window frame. I've called the factory and they are supposed to get back to me but I'd like a second opinion.

Thanks,
Travis ]]> Building Science greentree http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50118 Stain Match http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50117&goto=newpost Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:52:44 GMT Gentlemen, Anyone know of a good stain, or a mixture of stains that will closely match gumwood trim ? Gentlemen,

Anyone know of a good stain, or a mixture of stains that will closely match gumwood trim ? ]]> Finish Carpentry Handyalexander http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50117 Plywood window sills http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50116&goto=newpost Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:53:31 GMT I volunteer at Habitat for Humanity and frequently do the finish wood work on the windows. As of now we finish the sides and top of the opening with sheet rock. We use clear hemlock on the botton sill with a wood " colonial" style trim on the front, with mitered returns. The wood is then covered with a clear water based finish. My question- do you think I could find a suitably thick veneer plywood to use instead of the clear hemlock? I do forsee a different type of edge treatment, maybe the same plywood on edge or solid wood. We also are using hemlock on the banister tops. Have you had success using plywood for these applications? At the moment painting the sills and banister is not an option. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Thanks,

Larry ]]> Finish Carpentry Larry Scott http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50116 EPA lead rules http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50115&goto=newpost Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:23:47 GMT If any of you guys, especially in my area, have not gotten lead certified, you should. In CT, Westchester and Putnam Counties in NY, the building departments will NOT let you pull a permit or even renew your HIC licenses as of April 2010. Ring's End is offering the course, but it's filling fast.
You can log onto; www.ringsend.com
or you can contact the training center at 203-814-3024

Those not in my area should find the courses quickly.

Phil ]]> Trade Talk philthegreek http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50115 Wet Crawl Space http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50114&goto=newpost Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:22:53 GMT I have been asked to report a solution to a homeowner who is selling her home and the home inspector has reported the following issue as a "Consult With Qualified Contractor and Repair". I'm headed out to look at the house today, but thought I'd post the question based on the pic's from the home inspector. Any thoughts are helpful:

Home is a +/- 8 y/o modular. It is sitting on a standard concrete stemwall founadtion - 8" footer w/ 2' wall. The crawlspace is pasivly vented to ambiant (venting meets code) - with the floor joists insulated w/ fiberglass batt. Because it is a modular, the underside of the joists have a factory installed vapor barrier wrap installed at the bottom of the joists. The crawlspace has a poorly installed 6 mil poly vapor barrier on the ground ( not taped, bunched up in several areas and does not wrap up and seal at the footing).

The issue identified by the inspector is that there is an area in one corner of the crawl where water is present. It looks like the homeowner has dug out a little trench area for the water to collect to, to keep it concentrated to one area. Because I know the area well (high water table and seasonably wet), I know that this is a seasonal issue, and the water drains out/receeds in dry periods.

It seems to me that if the ground cover vapor barrier were installed such that it was attached well at the footing - wrapping up to the bottom of the foundo wall, and all of the seams were taped and sealed, that the issue of seasonal water under the poly would not be a major point of concern. Further, because the floor joists and insulation are also wrapped, it would seem like an extra layer of protection. If the problem were pervasive, i.e. a lake under the house, I would likely recommend a sump, but this is pretty minor (>10% of the crawl space). Anyone have any probelms/suggestions with this solution? ]]> Building Science jepaulsen http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50114 Marketing to GenY Article http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50113&goto=newpost Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:50:02 GMT In case you missed it - here's an article about GenY I wrote that ran in Nation's Building News last week (attached as a .PDF)

JLS

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]]> Business Technology jstoddard http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50113 Hairline cracks in stairwell at ceiling joists http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50111&goto=newpost Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:23:09 GMT Anyone have a fix for hairline cracks in a stairwell wall. The 4x8 sheet from the second floor seams to the 4x8 sheet from the first floor right on the ceiling/floor joist level. As the 2x10 joist expands and contracts seasonally it is opening the seam between the two sheets with a hairline... Anyone have a fix for hairline cracks in a stairwell wall. The 4x8 sheet from the second floor seams to the 4x8 sheet from the first floor right on the ceiling/floor joist level. As the 2x10 joist expands and contracts seasonally it is opening the seam between the two sheets with a hairline crack.

Is there a fix other then cutting out a section and replacing with a 2' wide piece that connects to the studs above and below the joist (not screwing it to the joist all al)?

Thanks,
BH ]]> bhdavis http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50111 Bosch drill and impact http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50110&goto=newpost Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:27:23 GMT this is cool http://www.boschtools.com/Products/Tools/Pages/BoschProductDetail.aspx?pid=26614-01 this is cool

http://www.boschtools.com/Products/T...x?pid=26614-01 ]]> newman http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50110 the king has left his shop http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50109&goto=newpost Mon, 23 Nov 2009 03:30:34 GMT The king or should i say the tv king of a tool for every job has "retired" Norm has stepped down! No more new shows . He will still be on toh but yankee workshop is done.20 years think i saw every one of them.wonder if he gets to keep the shop and the tools? Were will young minds now get that you can make a chest and set of dovetail drawers in a half hour.....all good things must come to a end ]]> tom dickey http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50109 I think I could get rich.... http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50108&goto=newpost Mon, 23 Nov 2009 02:37:24 GMT ....If I could get this ad that appears at the top of this page to appear on mine. ....If I could get this ad that appears at the top of this page to appear on mine.

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]]> Business Technology Rick Hoge http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50108 Batch photo resizer http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50107&goto=newpost Mon, 23 Nov 2009 01:47:00 GMT The latest update to this was 12/08. Anyone have any thoughts? http://www.faststone.org/FSResizerDetail.htm The latest update to this was 12/08.

Anyone have any thoughts?

http://www.faststone.org/FSResizerDetail.htm ]]> Business Technology Rick Hoge http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50107 Massive Windows update? http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50106&goto=newpost Sun, 22 Nov 2009 23:25:58 GMT My desktop machine (XP Home edition, I think) has been downloading a couple of large Windows updates today, at least a couple of hours worth. What gives? My desktop machine (XP Home edition, I think) has been downloading a couple of large Windows updates today, at least a couple of hours worth. What gives? ]]> Business Technology David Meiland http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50106 <![CDATA[Lighting in the "dressing room."]]> http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50105&goto=newpost Sun, 22 Nov 2009 22:36:45 GMT If a spacious "dressing room" has built-in wardobes and drawers and cubbies all round its walls, does that make it a "closet" and therefore subject to the code requirement that prohibits "exposed" lighting such as ceiling-mounted fixtures or recessed cans? ]]> The Electric Shop Bob Dylan http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50105 HariePanel without z-flashing? http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50104&goto=newpost Sun, 22 Nov 2009 21:24:15 GMT I'm a homeowner in Ottawa. I'm currently having a HardiePanel installation done on my house. Where two panels meet and form a horizontal seam, the installer isn't using any z-flashing. Instead, he's cutting a strip of HardiPanel as a "trim" board, nailing it over top of the joint, and then caulking along the top and bottom edge of the trim board.

Is this OK? It seems to me like when the caulking eventually fails, water would end up running down onto the tar paper underneath. Should I be concerned about this? ]]> Exterior Details JasonWalton http://forums.jlconline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50104