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I am looking for some articles relating to building stone walls. I am looking to build a retaining wall with a stone walk in a “L” shape approximately 55 feet long by 4 feet high.
I am hoping to find some information on estimating the amount of stone I need and how I should construct the wall itself.
Any information is appreciated.
Dave
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Dave - there was an article in one of the last 2 or 3 FHB on laying stone walls.
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The plaster ceilings in two rooms of my 50-year-old house have cracks that I restore about every five years. They are not wide cracks, but they aren't hairlines either. The plaster surrounding them and the rest of the ceilings is sound. I want to cover these ceilings with drywall to eliminate the maintenance.
I have thought of using 1/4" drywall screwed through the old ceiling into the joists, which are 16" o.c. I think the 1/4" will be much easier to handle than 1/2", a consideration since I won't have much help.
Is this a feasible idea? That is, will 1/4" likely work without bowing, and are drywall screws strong enough to penetrate the old plaster and the ceiling joists (tough Southern yellow pine) without shearing off?
Thanks for your information.
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..Bob.. go back up to the top of this Folder "Construction Techniques" and punch the button "new posts" thinl up a zippy title like "Plaste ceiling repair" and then restate your problem.. your in a deadend here..
have you talked to a plasterer..
where do you live...
you might be able to get it permanently repaired without the trouble and mess of drywall..
repost it and we'll explore the possibilities..
Mike
*Naw, Mike. I think Bob is in the right thread, it's just that he's trying to turn the discussion too early. Protocol says one should wait 8-10 posts, Bob is just jumping the gun.Puts a new light on it, doesn't it?
*Uh, what kind of windows should I buy?
*Should I tear off my old roof, or shingle over it?Rich Beckman
*It was issue #126. Here is a brief excerpt from the article..Rich Beckman
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The rule of thumb I use for quantity of rock for stone walls is 20 to 30% extra if you want it to look good, less if it looks good enough from your house (providing it's not your backyard) Best of luck from an old stoner.
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I am looking for some articles relating to building stone walls. I am looking to build a retaining wall with a stone walk in a "L" shape approximately 55 feet long by 4 feet high.
I am hoping to find some information on estimating the amount of stone I need and how I should construct the wall itself.
Any information is appreciated.
Dave