Posts by Talented Amateur

Quote: Originally Posted by GetGray What's good to look for in duct liner? The branch runs in this room will be flex as there is no other way to get solid trunks into the trusses. I had figured some duct board trunks but I haven't...

I can tell you that based on my experience, the most simple diffuser design (while not the prettiest) often works best. Case in point, if you go to movie theaters, you will notice that a lot of them use standard 3 or 4 cone diffusers...

Unless I am missing something here, all I can see is rigid board insulation. If you spray-foam the cracks and create a proper seal, the rigid board insulation IS the vapour barrier. You do not need the plastic unless you have batt...

Assuming you are referring to the lined fiberglass liner, I am used to seeing it installed only for rectangular ducts. The contractors use a special pin that pierces the lined face and gets spot welded to the duct. Some pin fasteners...

Quote: Originally Posted by leftheaded No, nothing scientific to determine that heat is a problem. Devices are very hot to the touch. In fact, the PS3 was locking up even when I left the door open with holes in the back. The PS3...

Quote: Originally Posted by leftheaded Does anyone know of place to learn more about the options to keep component racks/cabinets cool without making too much noise? Any feedback or links would be appreciated. Basically, I've got an...

Quote: Originally Posted by magik-i Hi, I have a question that I have not been able to find an answer to ... My HT is 12' x 20' with 2x4 construction. I am going to have the drywall hung on RC for the ceiling and walls (basement) and...

Quote: Originally Posted by Gene Simmons You're SOL legally because you already paid him and he's done most of the work. Lesson learned - pay at intervals of completion! Unfortunately Gene is correct. In the construction industry...

Quote: Originally Posted by sbraab Well, I dug in a little deeper tonight and things were not pretty. we ending up pulling out all the carpet that was on the concrete and I had to take down a bunch of trim and linacoustic. I pulled out...

Quote: Originally Posted by 704set My dedicated room has a Dri-Core sub-flooring with carpeting over it. Heavy rains from last week and an unusual build up of ice from a previous storm caused flooding down the bulkhead stairs. About...