Issue 330 – April/May

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Deck Details for Durability

Freestanding with boxed stairs, this small deck is full of ideas for a long-lasting entry that will look great for years to come.

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Features

  • Drawing of a hand using a sander.
    Sand Smooth Contours

    Sand the recessed areas of a cabinet door without burning through raised edges using a homemade combination of sanding pads.

  • Stop the Slam

    Hinge restrictor clips prevent cabinet doors from opening past 90°, keeping them from marking up nearby walls.

  • Better Plumb Cuts on Hips or Valleys

    Make cleaner, more accurate plumb cuts by adjusting your saw depth for better stability on the second pass.

  • Prevent WRB Tears at Corners

    A piece of bevel wood siding pushes housewrap tightly into the corner without tearing.

  • Save Batt Bags for Reuse

    Empty insulation bags can serve as handy storage for cutoff scraps of insulation or as convenient trash bags for the job site.

  • Shim Trim With Screws

    Using screws instead of wood shims is an easier way to hang and adjust preassembled window trim.

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