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In this episode, Fine Homebuilding magazine editor Justin Fink is joined by editorial director Rob Yagid and design editor Brian Pontolilo. Brian was out last week meeting Cliff Ham on the Washington/Oregon border. Here’s a video from Cliff’s Instagram (@hambuilt) of Brian working in Cliff’s shop. Look for more from Cliff in a future issue of Fine Homebuilding, the June/July 2018 issue.

Working with a fine artisan also inspired Brian to finally finish his own kitchen remodel, using what he learned from Cliff to put up a floating shelf.

Speaking of projects, Rob made progress in his own remodel, with a successful inspection of his insulation. Now he is ready for the drywall.

Meanwhile, Justin wrestles with carpentry terminology: miter vs bevel … and two bevels make a miter joint, or at least they used to.

The guys spend some time in the weed on trends in structural sheathing and panels. They also discuss aerosol testing for air sealing.

From a listener (Justin misplaced the name, sorry) … How to paint a radiator in cold weather, keeping the smell to a minimum.

Listener Sam from Salt Lake writes about his efforts to air-seal his house, and how to do it best. The guys give him some advice.

And Justin introduces a new segment … intended for listeners who are new to the FHB brand and our rich history of features.

Favorites From the FHB Vault: FRAMING

Brian’s fave: Larry Haun’s 10 Rules of Framing.

Rob’s fave: Mike Guertin’s The Complete Guide to Building a Deck: Newtown 2014

Justin’s fave: John Spier’s Frame a Classic Shed Dormer

Speaking of decks, we just finished putting together a special interest publication named DECKS and Outdoor Projects. Click here to check out some of the content, and buy it now at newstands everywhere.

This episode of the podcast is brought to you by Benjamin Moore.

Everyone can paint. This is true. But not everyone can get the project done right. And Benjamin Moore knows that’s why you’re on the job. You’re more than a paintbrush and a ladder. Your client can buy those things at a hardware store, but they hired you for your skills and expertise. You know every paint job is different and that it takes more than one coat for the best finish. Benjamin Moore believes in doing things the right way. Because everyone can paint, but to do it right, it takes an expert contractor, it takes more than one coat and it takes Benjamin Moore. Paint like no other.

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Links related to this episode:

• Four video series on how to build a deck.
• Insulating a wall in an old house.
• All FHB podcast show notes: FineHomebuilding.com/podcast.
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