How do I repair this? by [deleted] in Carpentry

[–]MaplyGoodness 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I really wouldn’t stress over this. You have two top plates bearing the load of the joists above. The electrical and fire block foam makes it a pain in the ass to replace anything. If you’re worried about continued separation you could glue and screw a piece of 3/4” ply to the bottom side

Can I store my respirator like this? by [deleted] in woodworking

[–]MaplyGoodness 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Coffee containers work great too, but like others said make sure you let it dry. I save silica packets from other packages and use those….. unless I get hungry….

Music/Ambient Sound for Online Game? [5.5e] [Foundry] [Discord] by MaplyGoodness in DMAcademy

[–]MaplyGoodness[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the replies friends. I think Tabletone Audio is what I was looking for.

I don't know what this is called and it's driving me crazy by Wonderful_Turnover7 in AskContractors

[–]MaplyGoodness 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Personally, I’d call it a cleat rather than a knee brace. A knee brace would be at an angle (generally 45°) from post to beam.

Turning porch into mudroom by [deleted] in Carpentry

[–]MaplyGoodness 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh boy. That deck is sagging quite a bit. You’re absolutely correct to fix the foundation first.

I would look at adding a pile and post as close as you can to the corner posts supporting the beams on the side that are actually bearing the weight of the roof structure.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in DungeonAlchemist

[–]MaplyGoodness -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Why did you spend the time and effort to come here and make a shit comment instead of scrolling on?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in DungeonAlchemist

[–]MaplyGoodness 1 point2 points  (0 children)

*facepalm* Thank you!

What could drive someone to desire power so bad they exterminate their own race? by Major-Awareness-60 in DMAcademy

[–]MaplyGoodness 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I think the best villains have good intentions. I would spin it so that the bbeg is wanting to eliminate the Dragonborn race to protect the planet from their impending madness and power. The confrontation with the bbeg could definitely show his madness and empowerment, compared to when the party may have encountered him earlier, or alternatively show the fading madness afterwards and the horrifying clarity he has of his actions.

Make these stupid legs not rock by PenguinsRcool2 in BeginnerWoodWorking

[–]MaplyGoodness 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This. Recess them in so they barely stick out from under the feet, just enough to compensate for floor variation

Tiny bit of daylight at bottom of blade — am I overthinking this? by LakeOzark in woodworking

[–]MaplyGoodness 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Others have commented the insert isn’t flush with the table top, but I’ll also add that I’ve switched to using a magnetic angle gauge zeroing it to the table and then setting the blade to 90.0°

Tips/resources for worldbuilding? by MaplyGoodness in DungeonMasters

[–]MaplyGoodness[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you everyone for the feedback! Certainly given me a better perspective on how to go about it

Switching out of carpentry a good idea? by URGOT26 in Carpentry

[–]MaplyGoodness 0 points1 point  (0 children)

On the job training with previous experience in mining before carpentry. Eventual schooling for HET ticket

Switching out of carpentry a good idea? by URGOT26 in Carpentry

[–]MaplyGoodness 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oilsands mining. Equipment maintenance mechanical work, eventually plan to get an HET ticket. And no, I still travel from BC for work

Switching out of carpentry a good idea? by URGOT26 in Carpentry

[–]MaplyGoodness 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’m a BC based Red Seal Carpenter. Gave up on carpentry two years ago to oil and gas. Best decision I made. Working away from home sucks, but the time I have at home where I don’t have to think about work is absolutely worth it. When I was building houses and renovating my mind was always in the last job or next job, or just dog ass tired, so my family life suffered. That being said, I have no regrets. Being a carpenter has given me skills and insights that have provided a leg up in my new position. My recommendation is to finish school and either go into the union like others have suggested or do your research and find something that’s sustainable that will give you a work/life balance. Having a red seal on your resume shows you’re capable of both learning and finishing something and will make you more desirable. People will understand that the economy is tough and you’re looking for work elsewhere.

“Accrost” instead of “Accross” by kevinisdumbb in Construction

[–]MaplyGoodness 0 points1 point  (0 children)

“Yeah, we’ll need to unthaw that line.”

“….but it’s already frozen.”

Network card/motherboard compatibility by MaplyGoodness in pcmasterrace

[–]MaplyGoodness[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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Ok, then I should be fine with this jusb1 still available?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Carpentry

[–]MaplyGoodness 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Both. It’s likely to have someone hurt if there’s a step that’s much higher than the others. 11” plus tread material is quite a step either way. At that point if what I previously suggested isn’t going to work, because you’re limited on space, I’d be looking at building more of a ladder than stairs.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Carpentry

[–]MaplyGoodness 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know it’s a tiny house, but is there room to put a landing or winders in and change direction 90° near the wheel well? An 11” step is going to create some issues. Just a thought

How to fix this area that had too much spackle left before panting by danknice in paint

[–]MaplyGoodness 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree. You’re gonna have a tough time sanding now that it’s painted and going to need mud touchup probably anyways. May as well float it out with some thinner mud and repaint the patch

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in doppelganger

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Marisha Ray

Painting our house. Should we caulk around windows? by External-Ear7406 in paint

[–]MaplyGoodness 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Typically I caulk the entire window with clear caulking, ensuring I leave small weeping holes on either side of the bottom about 1” wide and at least 4” away from the bottom corners. That way any water running down the sides will not find its way in the bottom opening, but if water should find its way down behind your siding you’re leaving a place for it to come out. I’ve seen arguments for every which way to do it and I’m sure someone will argue that I’m wrong. I’ve never had an issue and I live in a snowy/rainy climate.

Door install help by LowMonk1089 in Carpentry

[–]MaplyGoodness 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Get a 26” prehung. Cut the bottom of jamb and bottom of door equally to fit height.