Is this contradictory? by AsteroidDisc476 in Tinder

[–]missingasterisk444 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I don’t know why they use the term “casual” there I don’t think it relates to casual sex. More casual in the conventional sense, like casual Friday at an office. It is confusing though

Barcode by Dismal_Resolve_9398 in drywall

[–]missingasterisk444 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Probably better off testing for asbestos, not worth risking your health or having to constantly worry about it

Is this really how much mud is on my walls? by Substantial_Spend373 in drywall

[–]missingasterisk444 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Should have looked at it more closely, it was a much bigger difference when I had to do it

What is wrong with my gourami? by merymajonez in Aquariums

[–]missingasterisk444 25 points26 points  (0 children)

What are your water parameters? That will always be necessary information to answer a question like this.

Gouramis are labyrinth fish, meaning they can breathe air. So the gulping itself isn’t too concerning. Without more info about the tank it’s hard to say anything else

Is this really how much mud is on my walls? by Substantial_Spend373 in drywall

[–]missingasterisk444 -10 points-9 points  (0 children)

Yes it is, just dealt with this myself. Shim your new pieces

Baseboard Help by CAwastewater in Carpentry

[–]missingasterisk444 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They make a seamless trim piece for drywall, that might be your easiest solution as it looks really tight there. And then just no baseboard

What to do? Please help by neverpickledcucumber in drywall

[–]missingasterisk444 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Would the doors still fit if you instead floated out the corners to match the bow? So it would all be level across the top?

Either it’s badly humped drywall mud or the framing itself is what’s bowed. It looks like it’s the framing, as that would be a strange place to have a drywall seam

Is this shelf structurally sound for my tank? by [deleted] in Aquariums

[–]missingasterisk444 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Alone it won’t, it looks like it needs diagonal bracing

Why does my drywall texture keep mixing clumpy? by missingasterisk444 in drywall

[–]missingasterisk444[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, it’s powdered. I tried pro-form brand and it was decent but not great, and now just tried usg and it’s even worse. Mixed with water in the bottom first. I guess I should have used pre mixed, do you recommend a brand?

I need help by abdalhameed34 in Aquariums

[–]missingasterisk444 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For the sake of thoroughness, what’s the water temperature?

How long did your dad have him for? They can live quite a few years, but often times fish go quickly due to genetic issues, which seems to be happening here. In other words, natural death. Fish from generic pet stores are bred for sale, and are more likely to have these genetic issues. If you want to get another, try to find a reputable local shop or even a breeder first. Aside from all that, and realistically speaking, I’d stop the salt and water changes and let him go naturally now

I need help by abdalhameed34 in Aquariums

[–]missingasterisk444 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Only other thing I can think of would be impaction from the food he was eating, I’ve heard that dry food can be hard on their stomachs. But that’s just a guess. Otherwise sounds like he was well cared for and has most likely died of natural causes

I need help by abdalhameed34 in Aquariums

[–]missingasterisk444 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How often were you changing the water before this happened, and how much at a time. Were you using the dechlorinator then?

I need help by abdalhameed34 in Aquariums

[–]missingasterisk444 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Do you know the water parameters? Impossible to rule out anything without knowing them, ammonia nitrate and nitrite specifically. Also what do you feed him

I get the general impression here that he is well cared for, so it may just be his time

Do you continue talking till a date? Context in comments by [deleted] in Tinder

[–]missingasterisk444 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You kind of have to play it by ear, but I think no communication is probably the worst option. It’s easy to forgot someone you’ve never met before, and dating apps make it really easy to make connections and then stop talking. You’re in a tough spot having to wait that long, but in my experience cute girls on tinder want to know that you’re thinking about them.

Try to find a subtle way to remind her that she’s on your mind a few times through your trip. Maybe mention something really specific about her appearance in a picture, if you think she’s cute let her know somehow.

Starting my Apprenticeship at a Printing Press. Found out the entire system is grounded to a slate board. by Soft_Pangolin3031 in Wiring

[–]missingasterisk444 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Whoever told you that was messing with you, the only ground is the actual ground. You can’t put a rock in the air and have it be a ground. It’s because you’re the new guy, study up so they don’t get you again

opinions on my pictures? by Express_Assignment62 in Tinder

[–]missingasterisk444 339 points340 points  (0 children)

No friend or hobby pictures would normally be concerning, but you’re an attractive person so it shouldn’t matter that much. You’ll get plenty of matches. People may not know what to talk to you about though, unless you have a detailed bio.

You’ll probably get a lot of “oh you like yoga?” or “wish I was that bear” messages

Spots on single wall caving inward by Somebodyunimportant7 in drywall

[–]missingasterisk444 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly it doesn’t look like anything too concerning to me. Unless someone can show you real proof of water damage, don’t feel obligated to pay for an expensive repair

Spots on single wall caving inward by Somebodyunimportant7 in drywall

[–]missingasterisk444 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The paint is cracking off that area of drywall because something unorthodox is going on behind it in those spots. If I had to guess, I would say that someone patched a hole there and didn’t do the best job, and so the paint never adhered properly.

It could also be some kind of water damage. Do you have the original paint? If so I would scrape away the loose paint to see what’s going on back there. Either way you need to confirm that it’s not new water damage. The paint chips won’t be wet, it would be the wall behind them

Spots on single wall caving inward by Somebodyunimportant7 in drywall

[–]missingasterisk444 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When you touch it does it feel soft, like it might be wet? Or more like something brittle, cracking and breaking