9rocket

re: Bears to request more than $2 billion in public money to fund $4.6 billion stadium.

Posted by 9rocket on 4/25/24 at 6:04 pm

What really gets me is they want the taxpayers to help build their stadium and in return are rewarded with higher ticket prices. They get em coming and going. ...

re: Cleaning calcium Deposits Off Bluestone

Posted by 9rocket on 4/25/24 at 7:26 am

I guess I would try a poultice. ...

re: Cleaning calcium Deposits Off Bluestone

Posted by 9rocket on 4/24/24 at 10:13 pm

No. It’s very mild. If you are uncomfortable, it’s always best practice to test in an inconspicuous area first. We do this on all types of natural stone ...

re: What was wrong with the 2019 Alabama football team?

Posted by 9rocket on 4/24/24 at 1:04 am

[quote]Take away 21 points, and the game wasn't that close.[/quote] On the other hand, what if Tua doesn’t inexplicably drop the football (and the Heisman) for no apparent reason and the refs don’t give LSU a touchdown with that BS “the receiver re-established” call. It might be a different ballg...

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re: Cleaning calcium Deposits Off Bluestone

Posted by 9rocket on 4/24/24 at 12:48 am

That is called efflorescence. Usually caused by too much moisture in the substrate. The water brings it to the surface and then evaporates, leaving behind the calcium or limestone residue. 50/50 white vinegar and water will remove it. May need to scrub with a soft brush. ...

re: Roman Gabriel dead at 83

Posted by 9rocket on 4/21/24 at 9:47 pm

Was also in “The Undefeated” with John Wayne and Rock Hudson. Also Merlin Olsen. ...

re: We are a women’s gymnastics school

Posted by 9rocket on 4/20/24 at 5:14 pm

WGU ?...

Tiger Rant

re: Entergy Louisiana bills going up. Increases of $7/month on average for all customers.

Posted by 9rocket on 4/20/24 at 9:12 am

[quote]then gradually decrease. Sure it will. There will be more increases long before then. ...

O-T Lounge

re: modern interior doorless openings..casing/trim vs seamless drywall (WAS: ROUNDED CORNERS)

Posted by 9rocket on 4/18/24 at 4:35 pm

I love the over the top obnoxious molding and hate the first pic. But it depends on whether it’s a formal look you’re striving for, or something less. But again, that’s just me. ...

re: modern interior doorless openings..casing/trim vs seamless drywall (WAS: ROUNDED CORNERS)

Posted by 9rocket on 4/18/24 at 11:03 am

Hate it. Hate the look. I’ve always recommended against it to clients. But that’s just me. ...

re: Countertop Supplier In BR

Posted by 9rocket on 4/17/24 at 5:31 pm

Jeremy Blackstock at Menzie Stone off O’Neal. ...

re: Most Recent Movie You Saw In The Theaters?

Posted by 9rocket on 4/11/24 at 7:56 pm

Either Rounders or Titanic. Can’t remember, it’s been awhile. ...

Movie/TV Board

re: Who remembers Bob Scearce?

Posted by 9rocket on 4/11/24 at 7:50 pm

The Ol’ Beachcomber? My uncle took him out to Lost Lake to film an episode once. They made him drink the beer that sponsored the show (Schlitz, maybe ?) and when taking a sip the label had to be prominently displayed. Being a diehard Budweiser man, he said it was awful. We had all gathered to wat...

Outdoor Board

re: Most Overrated Athlete in Sports History

Posted by 9rocket on 4/11/24 at 7:21 pm

[quote]Figured Billy Martin would be on that list.[/quote] He must have spent too much time being fired. ...

re: Talk about being excited about having your picture made.NSFW

Posted by 9rocket on 4/8/24 at 8:52 am

Trivia : the corkscrew shape will kill a chicken (so I’ve heard). ...

Outdoor Board

re: Anyone ever take down an older home and rebuild

Posted by 9rocket on 4/6/24 at 11:19 am

Pay heed to what Gumbo has told you. All spot-on. I will always opt for the repair/renovation if at all possible, but that’s me doing virtually all the work. Love it. But if you have to sub a lot of the work out that may not be the route you want to go. ...