Message from @RevStench

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2017-08-14 22:34:51 UTC  

Lol. Couldn't resist the temptation on that one.

2017-08-14 22:44:16 UTC  
2017-08-14 23:00:01 UTC  

and I know it would increase my cost but I was thinking about using concrete form tube and these post bases to make it easier to replace the posts when needed. Instead of having to dig out the concrete.

https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/322712446747934721/346790092347539457/Screenshot_20170814-175556.jpg

2017-08-15 00:07:06 UTC  

@Placidseven - MO I like that flower bed. So you're thinking of doing that flower bed on both sides? That would look really nice.
Do you have to bust some concrete on the driveway to set that post against the house?

I know you're not pulling a permit but you need to check code for railing in your state so if you sell your home you won't have to replace it. In KY rail height is 36in and handrails are 34in, measuring from the nose of the tread.
Sorry I'm scatter brained today, had to work in rain on scaffolding 60ft up, I'm not very happy today haha.
And sorry I ask so many questions, I love this stuff.
@Deleted User suggested something like that anchor for concrete, I totally agree if you plan on living in that house that long. Haha
They say that pressure treated lumber can last for 40 years buried.

2017-08-15 00:32:17 UTC  

@RevStench i don't mind the questions. I feel guilty for monopolizing the chat.
Yeah, I'm going to do the flower bed on both sides. I'm not sure if I'll have to bust concrete or not. Not 100% sure what's under that flower bed already. That may be the bigger job. Tbh I may reuse the existing bottom rows and just replace the rest of railroad ties with the cedar boards.

2017-08-15 00:37:38 UTC  

You could get some cedar 1x and do a veneer, dress up the old. If it's solid and not rotted out that could be an option.

2017-08-15 00:39:11 UTC  

It surprisingly is solid

2017-08-15 00:39:29 UTC  

I like that idea

2017-08-15 00:49:12 UTC  

You could get fancy and do a dovetail joint to go around the corner, it would look good and you wouldn't have a failure point because of a nail or bolt.
Check out this chart, just throwing out ideas haha

https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/322712446747934721/346817568662749195/20170730_173830.jpg

2017-08-15 00:50:14 UTC  

Get a little Japanese with your carpentry haha.

2017-08-15 00:52:40 UTC  

I do need to get some better blades and saws. What i have is only good for rough cuts. I can't even get a decent miter on trim pieces.

2017-08-15 00:57:29 UTC  

Haha I feel you man, if you don't use those tools a lot they turn into expensive paper weights.
Good luck on your project, are you going to start it soon?

2017-08-15 01:46:59 UTC  

I'm probably going to have to spend a couple months accumulating the martial. Getting ready to insulate and frame the basement.

2017-08-15 02:01:27 UTC  

@Placidseven - MO damn bro, you have a lot going on.

2017-08-15 02:03:11 UTC  

Need any advice framing that's where I started in carpentry.

2017-08-15 13:14:20 UTC  

Actually now that you mention it. So I left the header in place for one of the walls and removed the footer (It was dry rot) so I'm replacing it with pressure treated wood. I've got my chalk line. But how do I ensure my footer is square with the header before I anchor it to the floor? I know the correct way is to build the frame on the ground and then lift into place.

2017-08-15 15:33:22 UTC  

Not sure I'm visualizing what you're doing correctly but usually I anchor rim joists to the wall the build the frame and use temp supports until I set footers and posts. Use levels to plumb down to where anchors should sit. Square up by using the 345 method of measuring corner to corner

2017-08-15 20:50:08 UTC  

@Placidseven - MO there's this thing called a plumb bob, basically a weight on a string. Attach to the header. And it will show you where you need to put the footer.
Level the studs. And you'll be good

2017-08-16 03:35:27 UTC  

Ok sorry for the short answer, busy at work doing some African engineering.
The plumb bob is the best tool for setting rafters, finding a level point and other things. It's an old way of levelling walls.

Tack a nail or put a screw in the side of the header wrap the string around the nail tight against the board, the plumb bob will attached to the end of the string, the plumb bob has a point on the bottom and will show you the outside of the footer. Run a string line or put a mark on the floor and that will line you up.

2017-08-16 03:37:03 UTC  
2017-08-31 22:46:53 UTC  

I want to go over how to use a speed/hand square but the best way for me to explain it is by talking rafters. Give me a few days and I'll get on it, I'll have to write a book.

2017-08-31 22:49:41 UTC  

Now thats a lesson i need! A speed sq cunfuses the hell out of me. Never had a proper lesson on one

2017-08-31 22:53:07 UTC  

Thanks much @RevStench

2017-08-31 22:58:02 UTC  

I got you bro @Deleted User. @Deleted User I wish I had a little extra free time on the job site to take some better pictures and do a better walk through.

2017-08-31 23:09:10 UTC  

Hell dude theyre fine

2017-08-31 23:09:43 UTC  

Better than mine!

2017-08-31 23:12:54 UTC  

haha thanks man

2017-09-01 21:13:16 UTC  

How hard would it be to make a bed frame for a queen size Ben?!?

2017-09-01 21:13:18 UTC  

Bed

2017-09-01 21:15:09 UTC  

not to hard. depends on what you want. I love those "floating" bed frames, and they are cake to make, and you could add storage in the box(frame).

2017-09-01 21:15:15 UTC  
2017-09-01 21:21:33 UTC  

I'll have to look up a guide

2017-09-01 21:21:41 UTC  

Floating frames look sweet

2017-09-01 21:38:29 UTC  

And you can be sloppy because no one will ever see hahaa. No shame bro

2017-09-01 21:39:58 UTC  

Haha I got a lot of stuff to learn

2017-09-01 21:40:12 UTC  

I'm a home owner now and my trailer needs some work,

2017-09-01 21:40:43 UTC  

This would be a nice project because if you fuck up a little, like I said no one will see it. And you can learn a lot.

2017-09-01 21:46:53 UTC  

Would a drill and a circular saw be good?

2017-09-01 21:47:41 UTC  

Yes sir.

2017-09-01 21:47:51 UTC  

You can do anything with a circular saw.

2017-09-01 21:48:13 UTC  

It might not always be the easy way but you can do it