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  1. #1451
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    I still have no idea what the scope of work is for the mystic $300. You are saving the risers and the handrail and R&R just the treads with prefinished treads? Like Root, I could tell you all kinds of reasons why that sounds like a bad idea...but hey if you've got a guy that is saying he can do it to your satisfaction for that price, have at it. Seems real cheap to me.

  2. #1452
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    Paint the treads dark gray and replace the runner.

  3. #1453
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    Mystical 300 is just for replacing treads and staining them. Not sure if that includes install or not. I am waiting for estimate.

    Rest of job is already quoted I have no issues with that.

  4. #1454
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    Home Remodel: Do, Don'ts, Advice

    Alright what say the collective. Closing on a place this Monday and wanting to do a soft remodel on the upstairs.

    The list being:
    - new flooring
    - paint
    - painting cabinets
    - new trim
    - reducing a partial wall to about 1/2 the height and (possibly) eliminating a vertical post to open up the room.

    My question is aside from hiring a contractor/engineer how else can I tell if this vertical support is actually load bearing or just aesthetic? It’s a vaulted ceiling so I would presume that the support is built into the rafters.

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  5. #1455
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    If that’s aesthetic, it’s a strange choice. I’d go with load-bearing.

  6. #1456
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    Home Remodel: Do, Don'ts, Advice

    Vote is structural. If so span doesn’t look huge so remove and replace with beam not too bad?

  7. #1457
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    Access to attic or no? Otherwise gotta cut a hole in sheetrock to make sure post isn't load bearing. Also make sure there isn't a point load transfering down lower. Although except for that outlet shouldn't be a problem knocking out that weird half wall.

  8. #1458
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    is there a crawlspace under that floor or another finished level? If crawlspace, and there's a supporting girder, post or wall under it - structural. If it's a finished space and there's a wall under it - most likely structural. If it doesn't look structural, you still gotta hold your horses and make sure there's nothing stupid inside like wires or DWV before you go windmilling on it with a sledgehammer.

  9. #1459
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    Why would it be there if it's not structural? It ain't like it's a feature.

    Personally I'd forget about removing that and instead just get rid of the low wall with the wood top that butts up to it. I think the whole room will be better with that gone.

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    Home Remodel: Do, Don'ts, Advice

    Since we’re just guessing on the internet, I’m going with not structural.

    I’m only guessing that based on it doesn’t line up with the ridge. I’m thinking there’s a ridge beam up there catching the roof framing.

    (ISBM’s idea of looking below is a good one)

    let us know who wins...

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    Quote Originally Posted by ::: ::: View Post
    Since we’re just guessing on the internet, I’m going with not structural.

    I’m only guessing that based on it doesn’t line up with the ridge. I’m thinking there’s a ridge beam up there catching the roof framing.

    (ISBM’s idea of looking below is a good one)

    let us know who wins...
    I'm going with a utility vent or run of some form. This being the second floor and not on the ridge as you mention.
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  12. #1462
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    My vote is structural. Why in the hell else would am architect/designer put such a disjointed feature in that spot?
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    This doesn't feel like a house an architect was involved with if you ask me.
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    Home Remodel: Do, Don'ts, Advice

    Thanks for the insight guys!
    I agree as well, why the heck put it there if it’s not serving a function. It doesn’t line up with the top ridge line making it more likely an electrical conduit or vent of some type. But could tie into a rafter/beam and be supportive.

    The plan: get up into the attic and see where it ties into the rafters possible see what’s coming out of it. Then go below and see if it lines up with a wall or some other load-bearing surface.

    Step two: remove a bit of drywall and see if it’s box framed or solid.

    Agreed here, no designer was involved in this. House was built in ‘96 for a 60 year old lady who chose pink / mauve whenever possible.

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  15. #1465
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    I'm not sure I'd eliminate it when the stairs are right there and you'd need a railing anyways. My vote is not structural, BTW.

    If it was up to me and I had a really limited budget/timeframe, I'd cut it down to match the handrail, get rid of the wingwall, and box in or replace that ghastly post. Replacing the lights will help a lot, too.

  16. #1466
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    Quote Originally Posted by ski-wpk View Post
    We just did a metal roof. 3.2x cost of asphalt, plus another $3k in snow guards to keep sliding snow from ripping the gutters off. Sweet.
    I'm about to research snow guards for a metal roof, any quick tips or advice?

  17. #1467
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    Price varies a lot by supplier and installer. The brand we went with is something crazy like $30/LF and is bought in 8 ft “sticks” so we 1) are only installing above doorways and decks and 2) are sticking to 8 ft increments to save on materials.

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    Quote Originally Posted by ski-wpk View Post
    Price varies a lot by supplier and installer. The brand we went with is something crazy like $30/LF and is bought in 8 ft “sticks” so we 1) are only installing above doorways and decks and 2) are sticking to 8 ft increments to save on materials.
    Thanks, that's good to know when shopping around. Did you get ones that drill into the roof or clamp on like these: https://www.aceclamp.com/

  19. #1469
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    Quote Originally Posted by AdironRider View Post
    I'm going with a utility vent or run of some form. This being the second floor and not on the ridge as you mention.
    I'm with you on this. Is there a bathroom below here? Sewer/Furnace/Water Heater vent?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Cruiser View Post
    My vote is structural. Why in the hell else would am architect/designer put such a disjointed feature in that spot?
    Why were kitchens in separate "rooms" up until 15-20 years ago. Why is there a stairway right there when you walk into the front door of a house? People design alot if stupid shit and continue to do so. The post has a ton of wires in it other than that get rid of it. I'm pretty sure its soul purpose was to have something to wrap garlands around at xmas

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    Home Remodel: Do, Don'ts, Advice

    Could be structural. We had a post like that and moved it during remodel. We added extra support members above and below, and now it doesn’t line up with the roofline.
    It’d be nice to chat with the builder, eh?
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    Quote Originally Posted by DJSapp View Post
    I'm with you on this. Is there a bathroom below here? Sewer/Furnace/Water Heater vent?
    it's got an odd profile...endcaps narrower than body of "wall"
    something is in there

  23. #1473
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    Thanks, Foggy!

    Quote Originally Posted by climberevan View Post
    1/4 will be easy to rectify with the tile install by making your thinset a little thicker in the low spot. Self leveling compound isn't meant to go between layers of ply or under tile backer, and will crack and be useless if used that way. It should go over the backer (Hardie or Wonderboard), under the thinset if you want to use it.

    If you're ok with the height change, your 3/4 ply over the existing 1/2 plan is ok. It will easily span the area around the toilet flange. You could also rip up the existing first if you don't like the height.

    You will also need to put 1/4 tile backer over the 3/4 ply (thinset it down, then screw to the ply with the special screws). Ditra will also work here. The main thing is that you can't tile directly to the plywood.

    Source: I'm a remodeling GC. Most of this stuff is pretty easily DIY but there are obviously some things to learn.
    Thanks, I figured out I couldn't use the self-leveling. Some sanding and bracing got me level, and the plywood is down. My initial reading indicated that plywood was an acceptable surface for tile, but digging deeper, I see that people aren't doing that much anymore. With everything, I'm already going to be way above the level of the hallway floor. Adding Ditra or cement board is going to take me way high. What are my other options? Some people recommend adding Keraflex to the thinset mix. Would that work? What about a painted membrane over the ply like Aquadefense?
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    Root, I know this used to be your thing, but wood flooring in a bathroom, really? How will it not be fubared when the toilet inevitably overflows?

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