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Wall Framing and Sheathing
Insulated sheathing and 2x4 framing offer an economical alternative to 2x6s with no exterior foam insulation.
How to Patch a Large Hole in Drywall
Repairing damaged wallboard is easy to do with these basic tools and materials.
How to Use a Drywall Router
Making cutouts for electrical boxes is quick and easy with this compact power tool.
A Natural Alternative to Wallpaper
All-natural grasscloth wallpaper from twenty2 is deeply textured and rich in tone.
Tying in an Addition to an Existing Home
Use these tips and tricks to match new floor heights to old and get everything square.
Replace Damaged Board Floor Sheathing
What's the best way to tie in a new plywood subfloor after cutting old tongue-and-groove boards back to the wall?
The Horizontal vs. Vertical Sheathing Debate
Does the direction you install plywood on a wood-framed wall affect how strong it is?
21st-Century Timber Framing
A mix of modern and traditional methods of joinery and assembly creates an engineered timber frame that goes up fast.
A Room Transformed
This elegant living room space had “a long road to travel” to get to its current state. The designer puts it this way . . . “You know those silly…
Air Barriers Are Essential for a Modern, High-Performance Home
Controlling air movement through the walls and ceilings is a key step toward comfort, energy efficiency, and building durability.

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