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How to Estimate Materials for Roofing Projects
Builder Mike Guertin explains 3 ways to calculate the quantity of shingles you'll need for your next roofing job.
Installing an Electrical Service
Once you know the steps, mounting and wiring a meter base and breaker panel are easier than you might think.
Historic Baths for a Shingle-Style House
Beadboard tile, period fixtures, and picture-framed medicine cabinets are just the start.
Using Clamps Outside the Box
They're not just for gluing up: Clamps can serve as handles and locks, or as helpers that never file for unemployment.
Turning Corners with Beaded Casing
A shop-built jig creates a combination butt-miter joint that looks good year round.
Engineered Lumber
Dramatic strength combined with zero shrinkage puts engineered beams and headers on more and more job sites.
Kitchen Flooring Choices
From old standbys like hardwood to new contenders like laminates, the choices are daunting. We evaluate the pros, cons, and costs.
Ultimate Cheapskate Kitchen
A no-frills fix-up creates a bright, efficient workspace for less than $1,800 in fixtures, materials and appliances.
Splash Palace
A refurbished claw-foot tub, custom tile and creative use of inexpensive materials jazz up a child's bathroom.
Framing a Dramatic Dormer
If doghouse dormers or shed dormers aren't dressy enough, A-dormers can add an exciting design note, and they're easier to seal against the elements.

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