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Comments (1)Just cut away they are indestructable...See MoreOutdoor grill advice needed for dummy with specific cooking needs
Comments (23)Don't know if you have already made your decision, but I would actually describe the burners opposite of idrive65. Front to back to me describes the direction the burners run front to back with them left right and perhaps several in the center. That means that for indirect heat (slow cooking for ribs, brisket, whole poultry and large meats) you can use one or two burners on one end and cook on the opposite end, one on either end and cook in the center, use the center burner(s) and cook on wither side -- gives you options and full use of the front to back grill space. With side to side (not side by side) are burners going across from one side to the other where you have one front back and center. For indirect heat, your options are to use the back only or the front and back and cook in the center. You have the full width of the grill to cook, but less room front to back and the heat may be less indirect for whatever you are cooking. Webber has 3 different types of grates and different stores may carry one or two. Cast iron sears (may give a bit more char flavor) and retains heat well but rusts most easily (they suggest not cleaning after cooking so that the oils from cooking protect the grates until you preheat and burn them off when you cook the next time). Porcelain coated have protection from rusting, but some may feel they don't retain heat and sear as well as cast iron. We've used both and never had any complaint with the porcelain-- the rust factor probably makes it a better choice in our climate). Stainless is an option that comes standard on the higher end Summit grills or as an option or additional purchase for the Genesis. I've cooked on the other ones so long I wasn't sure about the stainless even though the rust proof definitely appealed in our humid climate. We were thinking about it when I realized the charcoal grills I've used all have stainless grates and the Summit ones were heavier and should do even better. So far, they've been working very well. I can cook happily with any of the grates, but the use of space -- having enough, being able to use it efficiently for large of small cooking needs and having it arranged well for what you want to cook would be what I would focus on. The burner direction matters most if you pile charcoal to one side and cook on the other. If you usually place evenly across the bottom, it may not matter to you at all. Have fun looking and hope you find one you enjoy....See MoreNeed New Dining Room Chandelier - Advice Needed
Comments (13)It seems like a standard squarish room. Many dining tables are rectangular in their smallest configuration. As long as you usually use the table in the size of your photo, I personally wouldn't go with a rectangular light - especially if it required extra mounting points. Stick with a traditional circular/globe/roundish chandelier. Gives you more options down the line without having to patch holes in the ceiling. Discalimer on next comment: I've never refinished a chandelier with spray paint. I think there is enough detail on your chandelier that refinishing could easily look sloppy if you're not very careful during the process. Don't forget to get a new chain if you do refinish (assuming you're not going to go through trouble of spraying all sides of that). Anyhow, I would suggest a new chandelier if the budget allows. I like your choice. Assuming you stick with open chandelier and candelabra style bulbs, add some nice flame (bent) tip, frosted, 2700 K, ~300-400 lumen, dimmable LED bulbs while you're at it. Something like this: https://www.satco.com/s9869.html They aren't cheap, so budget for that if you have a lot of bulbs and decide to go with LED. Also, you may need to upgrade your dimmer for LED. Good luck!...See MoreDo I need a GC? Project advice needed!
Comments (3)All of the major components are sound as far as I know. The house was renovated in 2003 by the previous owner, who brought all of the electrical up to speed, modern plumbing, etc. HVAC is in pretty good shape. We had a roofer out last fall to make some repairs to the gutters and he confirmed that the roof looks good with the exception of a few small things (a couple of loose shingles, flashing, etc.), which he will be coming back to fix. Foundation is fine as far as we know. There were definitely some areas where they cheaped out, though, and those are the areas we need to address now (exterior maintenance, chimneys, porch, upstairs baths). The chimneys are something of an ongoing maintenance concern from my perspective. The central chimney, which is a double stack (one used for the oil furnace venting, one for a non-functional fireplace), is in poor shape - the stack in the basement needs to be repaired and repointed (which will be part of this overall project). The one we are considering removing seems to be intact, but we can't see the entire stack so we don't really know. There are parts of the stack visible in the attic, and they look like they may be in need of repointing as well. Since we have no intention of ever using this chimney, we'd rather remove it (if structurally possible) and eliminate any future repair and maintenance costs....See More- 8 years ago
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