Bruce Abernathy

Bruce Abernathy started framing houses in 1982 because he “had always been fascinated watching a house being built and wanted to learn how.” Since then, his skills have shifted from framing to trim carpentry, and he now builds stairs exclusively.

From Rough Frame to Finished Stairs
A foolproof method for installing skirtboards, treads, and risers.
Fixing rough-framed stairs
Q: I framed the stairs in our new addition allowing for a vinyl floor. But my wife changed “our” mind (we want hardwood). The math changed, too—now the bottom step is…
Installing a Split-Jamb Door
These precased doors are quick to install and allow variations in wall thicknesses.

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