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Kuhn Custom Woodworking
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Serving Kemp, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 1975

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Customers say: Quality work

"Curtis Kuhn is a master craftsman. He converted my old family cedar chest into a beautiful heirloom piece for my family. The cedar chest was in really bad shape, and Curtis made it remarkably lovely and like new again. He takes great pride in his work, and his prices are reasonable. I recommend Kuhn Custom Woodworking to anyone who needs any kind of woodwork done."
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Response time6 days
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Nolen Contracting
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Serving Kemp, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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Emergency services offered

"We were wanting to enclose an area of our house to make an office. Kevin did an amazing job. He came out and listened to what we were wanting to do. He gave his opinions and advice and drummed up a quote right then and there. Kevin explained the cost of everything and the process. His guys executed everything perfectly. They even cleaned up after themselves and kept the dust enclosed into the area they were working on. We are extremely happy with our new office and look forward to using Nolen Contracting for many other projects."
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Kitchen Remodel

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Response time2 days
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Recommended by62%of homeowners
Park Cities Fence & Deck
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Serving Kemp, TX and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

Park Cities Fence & Deck is an experienced high-end fence and deck contractor serving the entire metroplex. \n\nWe utilize only the highest quality materials and employ industry best practices for installation. To back that up we offer a 5 year warranty on all installations, including gates and gate motors. \n\nThe owner, Jack Johnson, attends all meetings with the homeowner and stays on-site till the homeowner is completely satisfied with the work. \n\nWe have 4 very experienced crews with over 400 fence builds completed. Weather your project includes wood, iron, masonry, or motorized gates, let us help make your outdoor vision come to life.

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Roden's Painting
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Serving Kemp, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

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Customers say: Terrific value

"This company is VERY professional and true to their word. They painted the whole interior of my house, applied texture and stained my decks. I would hire them to do any work they say they are capable of."
Response time2 days
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

It’s best to use two screws to secure deck boards into every joist. Securing the boards to every joist makes the deck more structurally sound, while using two screws on the outer sides of the boards can help prevent warping and cupping.

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.

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.

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.

Your local building code will list all the framing requirements for whatever type of structure you're building. Most exterior walls require spacing of 16 inches on-center, while many non-load-bearing interior walls only require 24 inches of spacing. However, there are also varying requirements depending on your construction material, so checking your municipality's rules is essential.

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