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The Best of Larry Haun on Fine Homebuilding
From framing a roof to the ethics of carpentry, check out some of our timeless favorites by legendary builder and carpenter Larry Haun.
What’s the Science Behind a Code-Built Wall?
Building scientist Christine Williamson and Brian Pontolilo discuss how wall assemblies work and break down the four control layers.
Insulating a Workshop in Vermont
One owner-builder ponders the wisdom of adding a layer of exterior rigid foam to a large stick-framed building.
Working With Tongue-and-Groove Boards
Focus on handling wood movement due to changes in humidity when installing wall paneling.
Taping Outside Corner Beads on Drywall
Myron explains why taping outside corners using a reinforced paper corner bead in joint compound is better than the nail-on method.
Flattening a Wall
Avoid removing drywall and shimming studs to remedy a recess in a wall by filling the low spot with setting compound.
Simple Way to Raise New Walls
Two builders framing a wall on the floor need to get a lift before placing it—a couple of blocks makes it easy to get the right handholds.
Framing Interior Double-Stud Walls
Learn how builder Ian Schwandt built and raised the double-stud walls on his custom high-performance home.
Three Ways to Insulate Basement Walls
For interior insulation, you'll need to use either rigid-foam boards or spray polyurethane foam.
Retrofitting One Wall at a Time
A retrofit to meet the Passive House standard means upgrading windows, walls, and insulation.

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