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DIY SIPS?

Started by azkateo

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October 31, 2021, 07:13:35 AM
by martinwinlow

Why are you building your own and how are you paying for it?

Started by Jared Drake

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Replies: 103
Views: 65,101

January 22, 2009, 10:13:13 PM
by glenn kangiser

Purlins for a metal roof

Started by GW

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Views: 64,404

August 07, 2008, 07:36:24 AM
by Okie_Bob

Tractor recommendations

Started by grover

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Replies: 151
Views: 64,233

November 28, 2016, 10:24:13 PM
by ChugiakTinkerer

Attn: plumbers, electricians home builders alike..... questions..

Started by phalynx

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Views: 61,037

March 21, 2008, 10:42:16 PM
by Redoverfarm

Interior trim tips.  Stain grade.

Started by PEG688

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Views: 58,941

January 09, 2012, 10:11:13 PM
by firefox

Cabin Ideas Please. What would you build?

Started by lonelytree

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Replies: 123
Views: 55,939

August 25, 2009, 12:30:10 PM
by MountainDon

4x6 beam spans when used as loft joists

Started by hnash53

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Views: 54,418

February 24, 2007, 05:34:17 PM
by glenn-k

Re: Making frame walls rigid

Started by Amanda_931

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Views: 52,267

August 24, 2009, 08:49:21 PM
by Don_P

Wood Stoves for homes 1,000 sq feet and smaller

Started by Shawn B

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Replies: 59
Views: 52,061

December 28, 2011, 07:55:56 PM
by Alan Gage

Metal roofing; what is really the correct way to install ?

Started by Arky217

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Views: 51,451

May 18, 2010, 12:08:33 AM
by Ernest T. Bass

Removing Tree Bark

Started by MountainDon

Replies: 21
Views: 50,400

November 08, 2007, 07:13:59 AM
by MarkAndDebbie

DOGTROT DESIGN FOR YOUR COMMENTS

Started by Mark_Chenail

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Replies: 60
Views: 49,442

June 05, 2007, 10:34:45 AM
by JRR

Best Design for a Single Builder

Started by offthegridcortland

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Views: 49,331

January 03, 2014, 12:40:32 PM
by John Raabe

Absolute minimal Cost to build this A Frame

Started by ricoace

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Views: 48,991

June 28, 2011, 09:29:54 AM
by suburbancowboy

Tying a porch roof (shed) into existing roof

Started by SteveWV

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Views: 48,537

October 19, 2005, 01:39:11 PM
by glenn-k

rocket mass heater uses EIGHT TIMES less wood than a wood stove

Started by paul wheaton

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Replies: 46
Views: 48,063

February 14, 2015, 11:28:19 AM
by paul wheaton

How do you frame stairs with attic trusses?

Started by Bill Houghton

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Views: 47,951

January 12, 2013, 07:26:16 PM
by Medeek

12x16 pavillion - 6"or 8" posts?

Started by Mike KY

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Views: 47,730

July 08, 2013, 11:02:12 PM
by Pine Cone

Earthship Hybrid - seeking input as we plan this out.

Started by ListerD

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Replies: 81
Views: 46,455

April 28, 2010, 04:04:47 PM
by ListerD

Glueing Beams together

Started by alex trent

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Views: 46,293

December 08, 2011, 10:44:06 PM
by Erin

Homemade trusses

Started by jimbob44

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Views: 45,669

May 25, 2006, 03:12:25 PM
by glenn kangiser

To birdsmouth, or not to birdsmouth, I-rafters, and more...

Started by hnash53

Replies: 17
Views: 45,661

January 07, 2009, 05:39:20 PM
by MountainDon

CALC: Off Grid PV Sizing Tool

Started by MountainDon

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Views: 45,443

June 21, 2012, 02:48:54 PM
by OlJarhead

Roof Rafter and Purlin Spacing for Steel Roof

Started by db4570

Replies: 7
Views: 45,082

September 06, 2016, 10:00:19 PM
by Don_P