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Is It Time to Switch to All-Vinyl Windows?
PVC extrusions offer low cost, low maintenance and thermal performance that rivals wood.
Fire-Safety Alarms
An electrician describes what kinds to get, where to put them and how to wire them to save lives and homes.
Looking Old, Living New
Maintaining historical proportions and details makes a big, modern house look like a traditional New England colonial.
A Free-Standing Carport
A hidden steel frame supports the roof and keeps this bandylegged structure on its feet.
The House on Windy Beach
On an exposed site, cedar logs buttress a small vacation house against West Coast elements.
The Kidspace Idea Book: Almost Teenagers
Preteens need space, literally and figuratively. Sample these ideas for room design, built-in bunks/study areas, and clutter control.
Building Affordable Houses
By including his subcontractors in the design process and watching every penny, a Midwestern builder creates attractive starter homes for $45 per sq. ft.
Choosing a Framing Nailer
Whether you prefer coil nailers or stick nailers, it's a buyer's market. Two seasoned builders sort through 30 models and find new favorites.
At Home in the Forest
Soaring cathedral ceilings and a four-step footprint enable a narrow cottage to fit comfortably between a golf course and a steep ravine.
An Addition Foundation
Learn techniques for grafting the right foundation onto a house that's neither square nor level.

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