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Avatar for FAMILY FURNITURE ANTIQUES, INC.
FAMILY FURNITURE ANTIQUES, INC.
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Mount Dora, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

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"Victor is one of the most amazing people I've ever met!! I needed a knob replacement on a 100 year old chest of drawers and he actually made one that is an exact duplicate to the original. I spoke to him on a Wednesday and I picked it up on Thursday. He is so very kind and honest with such professionalism and integrity. Please check him out for all of your antique needs."
1920's dresser
1920's dresser
1920's dresser
1920's dresser
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Avatar for Home Sweet Home Painting & Remodeling, LLC
Home Sweet Home Painting & Remodeling, LLC
5.0(
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Closet - BuildExterior Shutters - Install or Replace - For BusinessExterior Shutters - Repair or Restore+5 more

Serving Mount Dora, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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"Jermaine Brown is a total pro. He did an excellent job painting the exterior of our home. He did exactly what we agreed to, for the price we agreed to, in the time frame we agreed to, and did it without any drama, or problems. I would recommend him to anyone."
Response time2 days
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Recommended by53%of homeowners
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Prowood Handyman, LLC
5.0(
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Closet - BuildExterior Shutters - Repair or RestoreInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+3 more

Serving Mount Dora, FL and surrounding areas

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Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

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"Arrived on time for the quote as well as the job, very professional and friendly, did everything as discussed in a very timely and detailed manner. Left work area clean and got my picky trash folk to take the garbage left curbside without fuss (that is an accomplishment 😎)."
Drywall repairs
Drywall repairs
Drywall repairs
Drywall repairs
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

Baseboards don’t have to be nailed into studs. However, nailing them into studs adds to their stability. When studs aren’t available, you can secure them with drywall nails directly into the drywall and adhesive. Always aim to nail into studs, especially in high-traffic or impact-prone areas.

Begin by analyzing the blueprints and gathering the proper materials before framing a house. With the prep stages behind you, begin by framing the floor of a house on the newly set foundation. Exterior and interior walls come next, along with rough openings for doors and windows. Contractors will then add ceiling and roof rafters to finish things off. 

Framing is the shell of the house. It includes several steps, including studs, plumbing, and electricity. A professional will ensure the wall frame is secured for the house’s structural integrity. 

Framing prices change depending on the material and whether the wall is load-bearing. Most contractors use wood to frame a home, but metal is another popular choice.

Building involves setting foundation posts, framing with durable wood, adding roofing support, and protecting from elements with water-resistant finishes.

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