Editor's Notepad

Wash and Flush Saves Water and Floorspace
Hack a sink bowl onto a toilet tank and reuse hand-wash water
Book Review: The Elements of Building
Following the advice in this business book for builders will make your clients happier, your business more stable, and your life less stressful.
Living in a Passivhaus
Daniel Roy is one of the owners of a recently completed Passivhaus in Falmouth, Massachusetts. Designed by architect Steve Baczek, the house was featured in a series of FHB articles…
Fastener-free PVC Trim
These cellular PVC casing assemblies and trim boards have channels for siding and nailing flanges for a fastener-free look.
How to Finance a New Home
Here are a few key things to know about the new world or mortgage lending.
When is it illegal to call a 2×4 a 2×4? When you’re in California of course.
Link to a story about Lowes being fined for selling 2x4s that actually measured 1 1/2 in. x 3 1/2 in.
My Friend Michael Standish
Memorializing long time Fine Homebuilding contributor Michael Standish
New Rules for Large Electric Water Heaters
A new rule from the Department of Energy (DOE) bans electric-resistance water heaters that are 55 gal. or bigger.
Portable Table Saws: We want your feedback!
FHB is testing ultra-portable table saws and we'd like to hear about your experience with the Bosch GTS1031 and DeWalt 7490/7491.
An Affordable Production Pocket-Hole Machine
For big projects and for small cabinet shops, the Kreg Foreman DB 210 benchtop pocket-hole machine might be a better option than a simple pocket-hole jig.

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