Concrete and Masonry - Page 8 of 47

Choosing and Using Masonry Trowels
Learn the types and functions of these common concrete, brick, and stone setting tools.
Podcast Episode 156: Home Building Across the Globe, Air-Sealing Can Lights, and Parging an Old Concrete Wall
This week's podcast starts off with Matt's insights into residential construction methods in the many places he's lived around the world while writing for the newspaper Stars and Stripes.
Podcast Episode 145: Do Whole-House Fans Really Work?
When a listener asks what measures he should take to keep cellulose from falling through his exhaust fan when insulating and air-sealing his attic, the Fine Homebuilding editors wonder if he should get rid of the fan altogether.
Controlling Concrete Pour into ICFs
A site-built EPDM extension tube provides extra control at the business end of a concrete pump truck pipe.
How to Cut a Brick with Simple Hand Tools
Learn to use a hammer and a brick chisel to easily split bricks to size.
Keep the Keys Clean on ICFs
Snap steel tracks on top of insulated concrete forms to protect the interlocking keys and stiffen the walls while pouring concrete.
How to Safely Pour Concrete Against Siding
Find out what type of flashing you can install between new concrete steps and existing siding or sheathing to prevent rot and other water damage.
FHB House Foundation in pictures
A distinctive, elevated foundation combines a metal pan deck and a traditionally formed and poured basement.
Forming the Elevated Slab and Curbs
How can we form a monolithic slab with stem walls?
Steel Beams and a Metal Pan Deck
Borrowing from the commercial building world, we use steel to prep for an elevated concrete slab.

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