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Podcast Episode 145: Do Whole-House Fans Really Work?
When a listener asks what measures he should take to keep cellulose from falling through his exhaust fan when insulating and air-sealing his attic, the Fine Homebuilding editors wonder if he should get rid of the fan altogether.
Reroofing Over Zip System Sheathing
You'll need to install an appropriate roofing underlayment over the sheathing.
What is Causing Mold on My Cathedral-Ceiling Boards?
I live in the rainy Pacific Northwest, and I recently noticed what looks like mold on the cedar boards of my cathedral ceiling. It appears to be between a couple…
How to Use a Spray-Applied Water-Resistive Barrier
A liquid WRB is an economical way to make a house airtight and waterproof—and it goes on fast and won’t blow off.
Podcast Episode 125 — French Doors, Kitchen Remodels, and the Gamification of Home Building.
Archways, restored glass, hardware, plate racks, cabinets, moisture control, and a broken tablesaw.
Podcast Episode 118 — Inches and Feet
More on the metric system, paint, humidity, sheds, and foundation work. Plus, when is it okay to work on your roof without shoes?
Put a Rainscreen Intake Vent Over Windows and Doors
Screen crimp, stapled around a rainscreen matrix, is easy to install and necessary to keep insects out.
Quick Fix for a Job-Site Tarp
Ripped out grommet on a tarp? Find a small stone and fix it.
Drip Cap Design and Installation
The lowly drip cap needs to be taken more seriously to prevent leaks and rot.
What’s the Building Code for Housewrap Installation?
For best practice when installing WRBs, follow the IRC.

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