Home remodeling

Home remodeling

Do-It-Yourself (DIY) home improvement projects.

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Three-way switch

Construction; Home remodeling

Controls power to lights and devices by turning off the hot side of the circuit. Mounted in an electrical box. Has three brass terminal screws. Controls one circuit from two separate points.

Three-dimensional asphalt shingle

Also known as a laminated asphalt shingle, or architectural shingle. An inorganic shingle characterised by a more rugged texture than a standard three-tab shingle. Made of two or more layers that are ...

Spring clamp

Construction; Home remodeling

Similar to a clothes pin, this clamp consists of two metal jaws to which clamping pressure is applied by use of a

Spike & ferrule

Construction; Home remodeling

Used to hold a gutter to the eave of the roof. The spike is inserted through the ferrule. The ferrule helps hold the width of the gutter constant throughout the run.

Spokeshave

Construction; Home remodeling

Used for detailed shaping of curved work, such as chair legs and seats, as well as for chamfering edges. Replaceable cutters adjust for depth of cut and shaving thickness and are generally 10" in ...

Rigid insulation

Construction; Home remodeling

Can be used on the interior or exterior of the house, or on basement walls. Usually comes in board form in a variety of sizes ranging from 8" squares to 4' x 12' sheets.