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

Serving Polk City, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

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"I can't explain how happy I am with my Dining Room Set. Victor picked it up and when he delivered it back it was a beautiful brand new looking dining set. I am so happy that I found this artist in Winter Park. I only have wonderful things to say about his work. Trust me, Victor is the Real Deal."
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Response time1 day
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Benny Bennett Contracting
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Polk City, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

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"Thoughtful assessment of our problem and realistic cost estimate. Not the cheapest by any means but the most likely to succeed. Workers were diligent, respectful, timely. Put in a full days work and extra time on weekend in order to complete the job. Meticulous attention to detail."
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
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New Design Interior Finish
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Polk City, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"They saved my life and my job! I hired a very bad professional to make a remodeling in my boss’ apartment in Miami FL. He left everything a great mess and my boss extremely upset! I hired New Design and they solved my problem very fast. They fixed electric, water, air conditioner, tile, flooring everything I needed with excellence. They are incredible. They are professional, they can do everything in a construction. I don’t have words enough to describe how they were important to delivery for my boss a gorgeous apartment. I’m in love with the apartment, they did it. I really recommend them!"
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Response time7 hrs
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Southern Rust Woodworks LLC
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Polk City, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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"Southern Rust Woodworks has the best custom built products around. I have several pieces he has made for me, and I get asked all the time who did them and how to contact him. He can make anything you want! Or if you donâ t have an idea, he has great ideas himself. My house is basically a Southern Rust Woodworks showcase. Love all my pieces and they are excellent quality. Love all his products!!!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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B&A Family Investments
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Polk City, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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"I could not be more impressed. Their team was highly responsive and professional, quickly addressing a variety of maintenance issues we were facing. From minor repairs to more complex tasks, they handled everything efficiently and with great attention to detail. Their work was quick and efficien. I also appreciated their communication and fair pricing. I highly recommend for anyone in need of reliable handyman services."
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate94%
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MACCHIONE HOME REMODELING LLC
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Closet - Build

Serving Polk City, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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"Total remodel of my shop. David installed new Acrylic floors and replaced all my old walls and even installed a custom floating desk with shelves. He gave my shop the makeover it so desperately needed."
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

There are approximately 5.33 board feet in a 2x4. You can use the board foot calculator in this article to easily find the answer. A 2x4 is 2 inches of thickness by 4 inches of width, so you need to find the length, with 8 feet being the most common. You’d use the calculator here to multiply 2 times 4 times 8, and then divide by 12, arriving at a total of 5.33 board feet. 

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

When deciding if you should use 2x6 or 2x8 deck joists, consider the size of the deck, joist spacing, and materials. Larger decks, larger-spaced joists, and weaker wood all require more support, meaning they need larger joists. For example, 2x8 redwood joists spaced 16 inches apart can only safely span up to 10 feet and 7 inches. On the other hand, 2x10 southern pine joists spaced 12 inches apart can be as big as 16 feet and 2 inches. If you aren’t sure what size joist is best for your project, speak with your deck builder.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

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