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A Flat Roof in a Cold Climate
A three-bedroom house in a cold climate challenges conventions with SIP wall construction, a unique floor plan, and a flat roof.
A History of U.S. Building Codes
Be it structural collapse, fire, or disease caused by water contamination or unsanitary waste disposal, the origin of building and health codes often can be traced to human tragedy.
Reduce Sheathing Waste
When installing tongue-and-groove sheathing on a hip roof, change the orientation of the tongues and grooves as needed so that you can reuse cutoffs.
Wall Plates to Protect Wiring
A steel protection plate must be used where a hole for cable or conduit is less than 1-1/4 in. from the edge of the wood.
Podcast 582: PRO TALK With Consultants John Lenker and Assaf Arie, Part 1
In this ProTalk Podcast, Ian talks to business consultants John Lenker and Assaf Arie.
Exterior PVC Trim: Joining Long Runs
Lead carpenter Dan Booth demonstrates his favored approach for installing and joining an extended section of PVC trim using shiplap joints.
Exterior PVC Trim: Historical PVC Window Sill
Dan Booth demonstrates how to properly cut, fit, and install a PVC sill to stay true to the nature of this renovation project.
Caulking Tile Transitions
In places where tile transitions to cabinets or countertops, apply the proper sealant over backer rod.
Placing and Finishing a Heated Concrete Floor
Learn how to pour a concrete floor for a post-frame building, including radiant tubing for warmth and steel reinforcement for strength.
Podcast 580: PRO TALK With Madison College Carpentry Student Jon Moore
In this episode, Ian talks to Madison College carpentry student Jon Moore.

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