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

With his boundless skills, unwavering work ethic, and big heart, this California framing carpenter was — and forever will be — an inspiration to generations of builders around the world.

In this Fine Homebuilding Podcast segment, the team discusses installing roof-deck insulation over closed-cell spray foam.

Join Tyler Grace and his crew as they work on insulation and air-sealing in the basement of the Loctite 2nd Chance House.

Ben Bogie explains the inner workings of the Aris Hydronics air-to-water heat pump, with a focus on the fan coil units.

Learn about solutions and fastening methods to prevent truss uplift issues.

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

If wallpaper has been covered by paint or new paper, don't try to layer more on top. The only way to create a reliable, smooth surface is to remove the wallpaper, step by step.

This designer of zero-energy homes is passionate about healthy, durable, and accessible housing.

The code requires installing an approved material to slow the spread of fire between floors and adjacent vertical and horizontal cavities — here are the allowed materials and required locations.