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Learn to construct a knee wall partition - Part 2
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The steps below contain information about setting the knee wall partition frame in place and securing it to the adjoining wall and floor. 1. With the help of some assistants you have to raise the partition frame upright. Now again with help fr ...

Learn to construct a knee wall partition - Part 3
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This article contains the final instructions regarding the installation of a top cap, a wall board and finishing the wall. 1. You will need to cut drywall to cover the knee wall. First measure the partition frame surface and then using a utili ...

Learn to construct a knee wall partition - Part 1
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If you have a large space or area inside your house and you want to give it a sense of division then you can use a knee wall partition. The wall can also give the impression of a doorway or entrance. Follow the steps below to succeed in building ...

Instructions about building a pony wall
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People use pony walls to separate different areas in a room. The best place to use them is in large spaces and rooms that need a definition. You can build a pony wall all by yourself. You can easily make changes in the future as well. Follow t ...

Learn to construct a metal stud wall - part 4
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This is the final part that explains how to finish the installation of the stud wall. 1. The first thing to do is to install the header for the door. Measure the height of the door and mark it with measuring tape. Now measure the opening of th ...

Learn to construct a metal stud wall - part 1
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Comparing the installation of a metal stud wall and a wooden stud wall, the metal is a much easier choice. You don’t have to worry about making mistakes when using metal studs because they can easily be removed any time to repair the mistake. The ...

Learn to construct a metal stud wall - part 2
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1. Mark the place where you want the wall to be using tape measure. Between one edge and the other draw a line with the chalk line to mark the location of the bottom track. The same measurements apply for the roof. Make sure the line you drew won ...

Learn to construct a metal stud wall - part 3
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1. Use the aviation snips to cut the studs at the measured size. Keep the gloves on at all times because this is a very dangerous task. Also cut the studs necessary for the opening of the door section. Attach the stud into the bottom track with t ...

Learn about pier foundation
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The pier foundation which is built above the ground at several feet uses pillars and posts to support itself. Buildings especially in the coastal area use this type of foundation. The main characteristic of this foundation is that it lifts the hous ...

Instructions for fixing dents and cracks in wooden corbels
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The general aspect of a wooden piece can be improved if the dents and cracks are hidden. For wooden corbels, these issues can be fixed using wood putty or wood filler which can hide the imperfections and make the woodwork look better. First, y ...