This is partially true, but the whole system is bloated and costs for EVERYTHING are grossly inflated. It’s just a result of the system being built with profits as goal with quality/equity being a...

The thing to keep in mind regarding it being a Catholic school is the required religion classes. Those are credits you pay for that could be used for other interests at a non-religion affiliated...

When I succumb to cardiac arrest, someone must, in the most respectful way possible, explain that this was the underlying cause.

Tons of great tutorial content out there. Steve Ramsey is the definitive example of doing a lot with basic/spartan tools.

Most of the content creators are just that, and good for them. The ones...

Building a Prusa?

If so, a 10mg gummy would make completing the build a fucking impressive feat!


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I think a couple tanks of helium and some exit bags are a good option for anyone nearing death.

A 9mm is certainly easy to obtain but I think adds to the burden on those you leave behind.

My...

Old video, but unless the Metris has changed significantly since this review I’d steer clear.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=sa8kHgmZIiQ


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I know almost zero about some guy we have rented a vacation property from on several occasions. He takes decent care of the property, and is friendly.

I googled the property to look for some...

The thread I miss most:
“I made some bad investments. Here’s my gofundme”.

It was so good that I almost thought it was a bit.


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If I ever have to do a project like that I’m going to seriously consider using one of these:
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This is a hand planed Modern Wood Block Stool or Side Table In Douglas Fir has a beautiful warm tone and hand waxed...

I’ve got two huge boxes of 40w floods stashed in the shed. I don’t leave them on for long stretches so the inefficiency doesn’t bother me. What bothers me is LEDs that don’t dim below 10% and often...

Heat pump water heaters don’t live outside, as far as I know. They should be installed in a conditioned space (I suppose a non conditioned garage could work if it doesn’t get too cold in there)

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Where did the “I got robbed” thread go?

Surely deleted, but aren’t we eager to see if the OP gets his $ back!?


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Chimney rebuild day one. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230626/4cd085ed8d25281a7c0dbc17a6855dcc.jpg
New bricks are apparently different size than the old ones. No worries just fill with caulk...

I left this kit to my old man for a bit and he returned it with the foam inside. He’s smart. If he didn’t do this I’d probably have put this stuff on rails in a tool bag or Plano case.

Aside from...

I had the 8qt pot on eBay notification still. A deal for this beast of a pot!
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This dude is a great Instagram follow
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I replaced my enameled dutch oven with an all clad 8qt rondeau, and never looked back. It’s got more real estate for browning big batches of stew meat or roasts and the clad steel gives more even...

Heads up on a nice deal on a C2 in Seattle (not mine)

Check out this item on OfferUp. https://offerup.co/slYK7yoglxb


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I’m a fan of the osmo polyx finishes. Learned the hard way not to over apply! But with thin coats and a polish after it dries it leaves a nice natural feeling finish. They have formulas with small...

Just twitter detectives pointing out that he was critical of Qatar, along with his brother outright saying he thinks it was murder. Admittedly I thought the same, but hearing heart attack and seeing...

Nauseated by the news of Grant Wahl’s passing in Qatar. Being a journalist in the Middle East is not good for life expectancy.


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Any experience here with “parenting marriage?”

Asking for a friend.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/contemplating-divorce/201812/want-introduce-parenting-marriage-your-spouse


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Highly recommend swimguru. Lessons were held in the scuba pool at Underwater Sports on Aurora, or the LA Fitness a little north of that also on 99. Private lessons only, and 15 mins for littles, and...

If you have any reason to be in Olympia, the HD down there stocks 5’x100’ rolls of obdyke hydrogap wrap, which I used on my home addition. If you’re installing yourself, the 5’ wide rolls are easier...

Here’s a spitball idea. Replace stoop with full house-width covered porch. Use existing gable (not a gable? Pointy top whatever) to establish top of roof hips to extend over porch. Not a trivial job,...

“Great stuff” foam is sold in a pest blocking variety. No idea what’s in it, but it’s worth a shot. For bigger critters use hardware cloth to cover any gaps. And kill the fuckers with poison or an...

"It's the classic plumber's lament."

There shouldn't be a "mixing valve" if it's a two handle faucet. With old two handle style valves, it's probably time to just replace them. You might be able...

Lots of good advice in here. If you want just one very specific activity recommendation, here’s my top Tuscany touristy tip-
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Weird plywood sizes and all other dado/grooving needs are much easier to handle with a kerfmaker. I just got the most Chinese sample available and it works great....

Some more domino joinery projects. Montessori chairs/tables copied from some Etsy designs.
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Borrowed some design...

I just replied to the thread that search brought up. I agree, OP’s fuckin up! And no blow for me? Your handle says otherwise!

I guess I’ll try some sort of electric blower since sentiments are...

Bump for battery blowers...

Any love for electric/battery powered blowers? We just put in a sport court and I want to keep it clear of the cedar/pine detritus that has a way of getting trapped in...

I’d lop the top off and just replace the switches. They’re cheap, and you won’t have to spend any time cleaning the red paint off of them.


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I’m no electrical dentist but I’d take a look at the terminals on the receptacle in that box. One of those cables looks a little roasted.


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I got mine from Costco when they randomly carried it. It's nice.
Harbor Freight actually sells a similar one made by franklin for only $35:...

If I were in the market for a single homeowner/diy ladder I’d pick up a king kombo or werner’s equivalent. Much lighter than a little giant, and much easier to set up I would think.
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For the wine thing...

You could put some “top mount” drawer pulls on the front edge of the shelves, so they are pointed up and will stick up just far enough to keep a bottle from rolling off....

I like Ken, but wouldn’t hate to see an unknown get the job if it’s a good fit. Alex’s voice just WAS jeopardy. I think for the show to maintain its “comfy” feel in everyone’s nightly routine they...

Yeah, it has good bones.


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Did someone say cleaver?
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I found these in the garage among all the previous owners’ stuff. The cleaver’s tang is a...

I bought victorinox after reading the previous iteration of this thread 5 or 6 years ago. They’re still going strong, and often when others use them they say “wow these are nice”. In reality, they’re...

If you don’t mind coughing up $15 there are lots of options at https://www.icreatables.com/sheds/shed-plans-backyard. Or if you’ve ever done any building, the materials lists are free so you should...

Any recommendations on LED fixtures for lighting up a sport court? We have a single ~16' pole installed to use for the net and light, but need some lights to mount on it. The court is about 30'x50'....

Agreed that you don’t need to strip the finish. Just make sure they’re clean and give a light sand. Obviously sand off any cracked/peeling finish though.

I do think with them being oak you’ll...

Just some old janky step flashing. I just collected another handful of mortar from the crumbling chimney today; it's definitely on the list of to-dos.

New gutters were installed today. Not sure I’m thrilled about this corner. The different facia levels make it a little tricky, but as a hack dose of stuff, I think I’d have capped the upper gutter...

I did something similar recently (converted bypass sliding closet doors to hinged/outswinging). I installed the hinges on the doors where I wanted them first, then measured and cut the mortise for...

Being a tiffany card, you should look into other LVMH brands https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LVMH. Maybe you can turn it into $1k worth of cognac or champagne.

Skis are still a better option