Questions tagged [brackets]
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What is the bracket called that supports a chain link gate on a post?
I need to replace the bracket highlighted in red on this fence gate. Best guess is the bolts came loose and the bracket fell off; I can't find the bracket in the dirt below. What is that bracket ...
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Off-the-shelf bracket ideas for attaching 8x8 crossbeam to posts
I will be installing this roll-up garage door on some 8x8 posts. The crossbeam has not yet been placed and I want to avoid using the Simpson Strong Tie brackets since those would block/impede the ...
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Adding support to counter on half-wall
We are planning to put a large, heavy fish tank (~120lbs filled) on our granite counter that overhangs from a half wall. We want to add additional support to counter because as far as I can tell, the ...
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Raise dishwasher hose in tight quarters
Dishwasher waste hose is currently just floating around in the sink cabinet. The top of its bend is higher than the disposal unit it's attached to, but not by much. I'd like to raise it all the way up ...
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What are these collar tie brackets called?
What are these collar tie brackets called? Costco Canada - Yardistry 14 ft x 12 ft Marquee Pavilion
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Looking for a sort of unusual "H" bracket - not sure what I'm looking for. See image
I installed something called a Double Side Awning for my mom a few weeks back. It's basically a dual sun shade where two screens can pull out to the sides. It's nearly 7 foot tall and the main roller ...
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What is this bracket supporting a drawer slide called?
I need to replace these and don’t know what they are. They’re on my cabinet trash pull. They have kind of a diagonal, z shape bend to them. I’m also interested in similar parts that could be used to ...
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Towel rack came out of drywall
Recently had the towel rack come out of the drywall. Trying to reinstall but I can’t seem to remove the brackets from the towel rack posts. I need to replace the drywall screws but the bracket is ...
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Help find replacement bracket for big wheel cart
I found a Rubbermaid big wheel cart recently with no wheels, axle, or something to attach those parts to the cart. I’m able to find the replacement wheels and axle online but not sure how I’ll connect ...
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How to add 12-18 in joists to existing perpendicular supported beam cantilevered to create a wider balcony
I have second story balcony/deck that sits on top of the first floor building. Original construction has joists and beams under it to support all loads on deck or inside the house. The perimeter of ...
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Dual screw mount/clamp with eye bolt
What is the purpose of these mounting brackets? I'm picturing them mounted to a table or workbench with the eye bolt pointing upwards. Or maybe mounted to a truck box/bed. The main brackets aren't ...
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Should I be worried about rusting metal straps for copper gas pipe?
A few years ago, I had a copper gas pipe installed professionally on the exterior of a house, and these metal brackets (if that's the correct term for them) were used to affix the pipe to the ...
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Securing free standing shower glass panel
I recently moved into a new house where the bathtub glass enclosure on one side of the wall is only glued with silicone and nothing else (no grooves or channels). The silicone on the bottom is bad and ...
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Is my undermount kitchen sink secured properly to the stone top?
My sink has been sinking... There is gap between the stone countertop and the sink. This repair would be simple enough if it was just the silicone drying out, but I'm concerned the sink itself isn't ...
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Adjustable swicth box caused internal drywal crack (face intact). Best remedy?
I used an adjustable switch box on a project, and now realize I should have taken some precautions to avoid problems when the drywall was applied. Note, this is a small section of wall, with a door in ...
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