Floors and Coverings

This trusty tool is a great helper when it comes to straightening out warped lumber.

Get expert floor framing tips on topics like design, choosing materials, installation, and more.

In this Fine Homebuilding Podcast segment, the team offers advice on sealing a floor cavity with a moisture-infiltration problem.

If you’re looking for inexpensive flooring, especially in a potentially wet area such as a kitchen or bathroom, you’re probably going to consider linoleum and vinyl

When there are gaps in a soon-to-be-tiled subfloor, a self-adhered membrane applied on top will keep self-leveler from pouring through the cracks.

Learn about balloon-framing construction techniques, including stud patterns and efficient assembly methods with minimal manpower and scaffolding.

The crew hears from listeners about tight-fitting batt insulation, integrating HVAC equipment, and housing affordability. Discussion questions include foam insulation instead of a concrete slab, closing gaps in laminate flooring, and rainscreens under board siding.

Managing moisture is key, but choosing the appropriate product and creating a suitable surface are also crucial factors in establishing a long-lasting, comfortable basement floor.

The crew talks about how to install finished flooring over a basement slab.

Learn how to pour a concrete floor for a post-frame building, including radiant tubing for warmth and steel reinforcement for strength.