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Save Time with Factory-Framed Floors
Crane-hoisted panels get a floor in fast, flat, and cut for ducts and utilities.
Factory-Framed Floors
Go inside a floor-panel factory and outside at a job-site installation
Building science goes ballistic
Does a house of foam stand up to flying projectiles better than a house of wood? Yes, but not as well as a house of laminated glass, according to recent…
Ring-shank nails for clapboards
Q: Until recently, I thought everybody installed clapboards using stainless-steel ring-shank nails because of their holding power. Recently, I’ve heard people argue that smooth-shank nails are a better choice because they…
How to Trim a Basement Window
When trimming windows in thick walls, you need wide extension jambs and a deep stool.
A Basement Bedroom Demands an Egress Window
Providing natural light, fresh air, and a code-compliant exit can be the most important aspect of any basement remodel.
A Closer Look: At Home on a Hilltop
Straddling a Sonoma ridge, this contemporary house is an edgy mix of weathered boards, corrugated metal, and a plan that invites outdoor living
Tool-Triggered Shop Vacs
A crew of carpenters reviews five machines that make cleanup easier by capturing dust before it hits the floor.
Lessons learned by a first-time owner-builder
This home owner-builder shares what to expect when undertaking this decidedly unique proposition
A Closer Look: Growing Family, Growing Bungalow
Tripled in size, this house went from a weekend cottage to a home for four and still fits quietly into its old neighborhood

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