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Is It Time to Switch to All-Vinyl Windows?
PVC extrusions offer low cost, low maintenance and thermal performance that rivals wood.
A Different Approach to Frame-and-Panel Doors
A three-layer sandwich takes the place of complicated joinery.
Lockset drill guide
Here's another version of a hole-saw guide for drilling lockset holes in a door stile. I think it is simpler and more versatile than other versions I've come across because…
Installing Vinyl-Clad Windows
A nailing flange makes installation quick and easy; but pay attention to the details, or you'll never get the windows open.
Building a Bow Window From Scratch
Lay out the curved plates with a trammel, then use them as a bending form for laminated trim.
Vinyl windows at high altitudes
Q: I want to buy a condo being built at an altitude of 9,000 ft. The contract calls for vinyl windows, but a local architect and the local lumber store both…
Three Ways to Weatherstrip a Door
Whether vinyl, silicone or bronze, an airtight seal is your best defense against the weather.
A Door Hanger’s Jigs
A door specialist reveals a few shop-made accessories that make the job faster and easier.
Replacing pocket doors
Q: I have a pocket door that slides on an overhead track. But the inboard roller has come off the track, causing the door to bind. I can see the…
Shedding Light on Skylights
New options in glazing, sizes and flashing systems can have you scratching your head when trying to choose the right skylight.

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