Cut one side of the horizontal roof beam on an angle so that the rafters sit flush on it. Using your nail gun, attach the horizontal beam and cut the two outer rafters to sit flush on top of the existing house roof. Install the two outer rafters and attach a plain rafter beam to … Read more
Replacement fascias do vary in thickness by manufacturer, but the rule of thumb is that to qualify structurally as a replacement board they should be somewhere between 16mm and 25mm thick – our most common range is the 18mm Replacement Fascia. You construct fascia boards out of 1-inch lumber. The width depends on the width … Read more
Chanticleer very cleverly suggests that the fox turn and boast to his pursuers. The fox tries to flatter the bird into coming down, but Chanticleer has learned his lesson. He tells the fox that flattery will work for him no more. The moral of the story, concludes the Nun’s Priest, is never to trust a … Read more
Bee balm grows in a clump with 3-foot tall stalks. Most bee balm varieties are perennials and will grow in average to well-drained soil in full sun. You can grow bee balm from seed, but it establishes quicker when planted from divisions from a friend’s garden or purchased plants from your local garden center. Site … Read more
While design costs, options, and styles vary, most energy-efficient homes have some basic elements in common: a well- constructed and tightly sealed thermal envelope; controlled ventilation; properly sized, high-efficiency heating and cooling systems; and energy-efficient doors, win- dows, and appliances. Energy efficient buildings offer opportunities to save money as well as reduce greenhouse gas emissions. … Read more
However, if you are planting black foliage varieties of mondo, they will need some sun or the plants will be mostly green in full shade. Typically, mondo grass blooms in the summer, and short spikes of pale pink or white blooms are typically held just above (or sometimes in) the foliage of the plants. Standard … Read more
Q: Can you rip a Trex® board? A: Trex products should not be ripped to reduce thickness, but can be ripped to reduce width. As long as the board can still be installed per the installation instructions the warranty will be valid. Please use care when fastening ripped boards, as pre-drilling may be necessary. You … Read more
The deed of trust is currently used in Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, The deed of trust is currently used in Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, … Read more
Armed defense of democratic existence is now being gallantly waged in four continents. If that defense fails, all the population and all the resources of Europe, Asia, Africa and Australasia will be dominated by the conquerors. The four freedoms he outlined were freedom of speech, freedom of worship, freedom from want, and freedom from fear. … Read more
Gardeners in cooler climates should do their planting in the early spring, just after the last frost passes. Plant them in soil that is light and well-drained: Slightly sandy soil (think Mediterranean) is ideal. Artichokes are large plants that should be spaced at least four feet apart—six feet is even better. If you are growing … Read more