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Interior Wall Finishing With Trim-Tex Drywall Bead
Specialized beads and tapes speed up the drywall finishing process on cathedral ceilings and valleys.
To Create a Clean Roofline, Design from the Roof Down
Design/Build: As the McMansion dwindles in popularity, simpler rooflines are back in fashion.
What About Steel in Home Construction?
Despite some advantages over wood, light-gauge steel framing hasn’t made the leap to residential building, and the reasons why may surprise you.
Frame a Gable Wall
This fundamental approach hinges on an accurate layout that keeps the math to a minimum.
Designed for First-Floor Living
The owners can take care of all their needs without using the stairs.
FHB House 2017: Mechanicals
From minisplits to radiant heat, the 2017 FHB House mechanicals demonstrate reasonably priced principles of efficient design.
FHB House 2017: Siding and Trim
Using Boral's TruExterior Siding & Trim offers a sharp, clean look for the exterior of the house.
Thick-wall Insulation Strategy
A combination of spray foam and cellulose insulation meet the R-value targets and help air seal.
Running Ducting for an ERV
The Zehnder ventilation system relies on a lot of ducting tubes.
When Purposeful Kitchen Design Trumps Style
Designers from across the country agree that it’s not style that makes a kitchen last, it’s function.

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