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  • Springfield, PA
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How to frame walls on concrete foundation
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I'm planning to build a room on a porch.  The porch has a concrete floor and to the landscaping is uneven - one side is below grade.  I've done some landscaping to ensure water flows away from the…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Michael R. Turner Jul 10, 2012.

Makita LS1016L
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Picked up a new saw today.  Can't wait to see it in action.  I was planning to get a 12" sliding saw but couldn't justify the price.  I was able to get this saw [used] for 1/2 the price.  I've found…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Phil Shull Feb 4, 2012.

DIY Dust Collection Systems
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I've been looking to create a dust-collection using PVC, flex-tube, and a shop-vac.  Has anyone done something similar?  I'd like to hear your experiences and how you designed your system.  I had a…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Gary roofner Feb 10, 2012.

Makita BHR202Z 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless 7/8" Rotary Hammer
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Need some advice.  I was thinking about buying this drill but I noticed the battery is different than the others I have.  The BHR202Z drill requires a Makita BL1830 18-Volt L-I Battery.  My other…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by John Schaben Nov 26, 2011.

 

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Brian commented on William Burton's photo
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"Bill - did you join the pieces with the Kreg jig?"
Dec 5, 2012
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"Excellent!"
Dec 1, 2012
Jens Jensen replied to Brian's discussion 'Particle Board Yea or Nay?'
Aug 23, 2012
Ken Darga replied to Brian's discussion 'Particle Board Yea or Nay?'
"Bob, I've found fir or pine plywood, less expensive than MDF. "
Aug 21, 2012
Bob Mayfield replied to Brian's discussion 'Particle Board Yea or Nay?'
"I played it safe and bought screws made for particle board.  They seem to grip and hold well.  I decided not to use pocket holes but this is just base for cabinetry in the shop.  No need to look beautiful.  MDf would probably be…"
Aug 21, 2012
Michael R. Turner replied to Brian's discussion 'How to frame walls on concrete foundation'
"I would suggest using 1/2" Simpson TITEN HD anchor bolts (with square washer plates) to fasten the plates to the concrete.  Drill 1/2 " holes in the concrete using an SD hammer drill.  (Actually, drill the holes in the plates…"
Jul 10, 2012
Jens Jensen replied to Brian's discussion 'How to frame walls on concrete foundation'
"B4 you get to involved you had better check the depth of footings if any ,If your in cold climates of US you need to get below frost level or your going to heave and bust all up "
Jul 8, 2012
David Dean replied to Brian's discussion 'How to frame walls on concrete foundation'
"Well Ken and Rick has a piont the flashing thing only work for keeping the dirt and moisture out nothing stops water when it starts riseing. Thanks for jumping in guys back in the day we didnt have pressure treated lumber and yes I did get…"
Jul 8, 2012
Ken Darga replied to Brian's discussion 'How to frame walls on concrete foundation'
"Brian, I'd suggest you contact your local community, village and county, building codes department, get the specs for the type of structure you intend to build.  "
Jul 8, 2012
Rick replied to Brian's discussion 'How to frame walls on concrete foundation'
"Brian, noticed you are in Springfield -- I used to have family in Morton nearby. Tapcons would work too, but usually with PL adhesive.  Anchors are stronger if you use foam to seal. Since you might make an office, generally having an insulated…"
Jul 8, 2012
David Dean replied to Brian's discussion 'How to frame walls on concrete foundation'
"Well now that we know we have a foundation you need to do your home work on what kinds of cocking is out there and a good cocking gun . How you need to thank it over if you what to use anchor’s or theses blue masonry screws I forgot the name…"
Jul 8, 2012
Brian replied to Brian's discussion 'How to frame walls on concrete foundation'
"Thanks for the reply Rick.  I'd like to make a functional room, maybe an office.  I've seen Tapcom screws at HD not the Red Heads.  I'll have to take a closer look later. "
Jul 8, 2012
Brian replied to Brian's discussion 'How to frame walls on concrete foundation'
"Thanks for the reply Dave.  I've got a 6" pad. "
Jul 8, 2012
Rick replied to Brian's discussion 'How to frame walls on concrete foundation'
"Sill plate gasket foam is for air sealing the sill plate, which assume that you will condition (heat or cool) the space inside.  Are you planning to convert the open porch into a 3 or 4 season room? Concrete is like a "hard sponge."…"
Jul 7, 2012
David Dean replied to Brian's discussion 'How to frame walls on concrete foundation'
"First thing you need to do Brian is get your shovel and dig around your pad and see if you have a foundation a stander concrete pad is 3 ½ “ thick but where you what to put walls you need more it’s a loud thing so take look and…"
Jul 7, 2012
Brian posted a discussion

How to build frame wall on concrete foundation

I'm planning to build a room on a porch.  The porch has a concrete floor and to the landscaping is uneven - one side is below grade.  I've done some landscaping to ensure water flows away from the porch, but it's still below grade.  What is the proper way to build a wood wall on concrete base?  I have a brick house so I'll need to secure the framing to the side of the house.  I'm thinking 2x6 pressure treated lumber.  Do I drill holes into the concrete slab to secure the walls?  I have an…See More
Jul 7, 2012

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