Attaching the top of the wall to a structural member above is usually the easiest way to provide lateral support but not the only way. It's possible to build partition walls that don't extend all the way to the …

I want to attach a ledger board, over the existing wood siding. Something similar to this, but immediately underneath the roof How do I determine where I need to drill the holes to attach it to the

The toggler in the link might be the best choice. You want as long a contact area that is completely flat against the surface which it achieves better than most toggle bolts. With it through the stud, you have …

Apr 6, 2022 · Someone told me that a 240V circuit does not require a neutral wire in the cable. Can anyone explain this phenomenon from the electricity perspective and generally explain why circuits …

I'm about to begin setting all of my terminal posts for a chain link fence. However, upon digging the post hole for the terminal post that goes up against the house, I ran into a possible problem.

I want to attach a 2x to the side of a vertical 4x4 post. I can think of several options: nails through bolts lag screws a cleat under the beam Sampson Deck-Joist Tie I know that notching the post

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...

Use gate hinges that bolt through the metal pole. Or alternately, bolt a 2x4 to the post on the gate side and then attach your gate hinges to that.

I'm planning a deck for the back of my house that will be tucked into an inside corner of the building. I'm not sure how I'll attach the outer joist to the ledger board, since that will be tucked r...

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 …