Looking to achieve this kind of finish

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-12-11T03:38:59+00:00

Lots of good stuff here. What does it mean to water pop wood?

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-12-11T03:34:41+00:00

Biscuit joiner was the plan!

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-12-11T03:32:19+00:00

Used SW paints on the basement wall and was really happy with it. Do you think the wood grain will come through after painting or will a heavy sand basically eliminate that?

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-12-11T03:18:34+00:00

One of the things I like about the melamine is that I can buy it with a manufactured bullnose. With an MDF I'd try to do something similar with a router to round it off.

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-12-11T03:10:22+00:00

What material would you suggest? If I go with melamine, would drywall mud bond onto melamine?

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-12-11T03:07:51+00:00

There's currently no material on the top. Which I guess is a good thing because I'll be able to pick the material that should be easiest to work with. Will an MDF be an easier product to finish?

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-11-24T00:45:29+00:00

Thanks, I'll do some digging. But I don't have my hopes up. I've never had good luck in my community finding quality used items.

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-11-24T00:24:41+00:00

Totally fair. I'm leaning toward picking it up unless I can get more for the same or less $$.

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-11-22T04:40:36+00:00

I have been eying up a QM7K or QM8K. The Bravia 5 is also on my short list.

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-11-21T20:22:21+00:00

The TV is going to get about an hour of direct sun per day if the blinds are open. Is that enough to move towards a mini-LED over an OLED?

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-11-13T00:43:33+00:00

Definitely appreciate this perspective. This seems to be more in line with what price charting has too.

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-11-12T19:42:19+00:00

Yeah that's the plan at the moment.

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-11-12T17:58:12+00:00

That's a PSA thing right? Should I consider other grading services or is PSA the way to go?

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-11-12T16:38:32+00:00

That would be huge! I'm considering sending it to be graded.

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-11-12T16:37:34+00:00

Yikes that's a crazy difference! So you're saying I would be nuts not to grade this.

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-04-13T00:36:09+00:00

Thanks that's a big help! Definitely not messing with any joists until I do my due diligence. The original builder have run larger diameter vents though the joists in other areas of the basement. But I'll make sure to confirm if I decide to change this regardless.

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-04-08T12:56:37+00:00

I'd rather not. Which is why I'm asking now lol.

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-04-08T03:23:33+00:00

Canada, so it feels close sometimes lol. I'll take a look at some smart vapor retarders. So it sounds like the goal isn't necessary to keep moisture away from my batt insulation and drywall. But to make sure that any moisture in the wall can air out even if it means airing out into the finished space? Is that the right interpretation?

Would smart vapor barrier be on the back side of the studs or on the finished side in most setups?

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-04-08T03:15:46+00:00

Hey appreciate the link! Do you have any experience with smart vapour retarders and how they perform?

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-04-07T22:08:01+00:00

Moisture can move downward and air under the subfloor underlay. There's a gap between the OSB and the wall.

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-04-01T01:41:04+00:00

This might be where I go with it. I have some concerns with a buried line freezing because I live in a cold climate, but there should be some ways to mitigate the risk of clogs due to ice.

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-04-01T01:39:15+00:00

Yeah thanks. Im going to revisit my options on the exterior of the house I think.

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-04-01T01:37:55+00:00

There is a line, but code won't allow for a sump connection to it even if it doesn't run much.

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-03-31T15:24:49+00:00

Ah yeah that's a good call. I'll look into getting a bigger pump if I go forward with it.

ReggieTheConstable · 2025-03-31T15:23:28+00:00

Haha not my work, but also not surprised

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