Attic cooling tips and deck lumber options from Alan Heavens
Reader asks how to reduce attic heat and whether old pressure treated lumber is safe. Advice covers attic airflow via soffits and ridge vents, optional attic fans with energy caveats, and replacing CCA lumber with ACQ CA borate products. Guidance notes higher cost but wider availability, plus fastener recommendations to prevent corrosion.
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Garden railroading turns yards into living model trains
Shirley Ruedy profiles garden railroading in Cedar Rapids home settings. The hobby blends twice scale trains with ponds and lush miniature landscapes, featuring dwarf trees and scenic trestles. Joe Hall, 65, shares enthusiasm for this backyard railroad pastime.
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