Skills and Techniques - Page 58 of 644

Learn how to choose windows, doors, HVAC, plumbing systems, and finishes with sustainability and healthful materials in mind.

Nick May of Walls by Design describes the system his painters use to quickly and efficiently hand- and spray-paint cabinets.

If better materials aren't an option, decide what is most critical—a flat floor, or a flat ceiling.

Watch Patrick McCombe, Ian Schwandt, Brian Campbell, and Steve Rudowsky in this educational seminar on engineered wood beams.

This time-tested building system creates a lot of square footage, fast.

While this is a tough question to answer, there are elements of a build that you can strategically focus on to reduce costs.

With an addition and some reconfiguration, the owners of this home were able to create a modern kitchen with better connections to the rest of the house and the backyard.

Building science consultant Allison Bailes shows how to add a new water-distribution manifold and smaller pipes to decrease the time it takes for hot water to reach faucets.

Hammers and chisels are essential for fitting stones, bricks, and concrete blocks. Here are common styles of these tools and tips for using them.

Bryan Uhler explains how Flo by Moen gives him peace of mind about preventing major water leaks during a build through its sensor and shutoff system.