General contractor Tom Silva installs a new skylight into an existing roof opening. (See below for a shopping list, and tools)
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Shopping List for How to Replace a Skylight:
Skylight with flashing [amzn.to/2YcEmMy]
Extension jambs [amzn.to/33QBh6o] and wood trim [amzn.to/33QBqXu], for widening the skylight frame
Carpenter's glue [amzn.to/2RjoqH1]
2-inch nails [amzn.to/2qfxzVV]
2-inch screws [amzn.to/2RfiU8k]
Self-sealing membrane [amzn.to/37YonXf], for sealing out water
1 1/2-inch roofing nails [amzn.to/2RfsXKB], for securing shingles and flashing
Acrylic-latex caulk [amzn.to/2RhnBPc], for sealing the interior of the skylight
Tools List for How to Replace a Skylight:
Staging planks [amzn.to/2rbHJr1] and roof brackets [amzn.to/2qcRQeK], for standing comfortably on roof
Fall-protection safety harness [amzn.to/2qfP48C]
Flat bar [amzn.to/2rbIhgz], for prying off shingles
Miter saw [amzn.to/2LhubRV], for cutting wood trim
Cordless drill [amzn.to/2Ljqg7b]
Pneumatic nailer [amzn.to/33Nx2bs] and air compressor [amzn.to/2OMFH9K]
Utility knife [amzn.to/2RdZNLN]
Caulking gun [amzn.to/2DFuYrk]
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21 авг 2024