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How to Install Flared Cedar Shingle Siding
Builder-at-large Justin Fink visits a job site in Connecticut to see how this traditional New England–style siding details is done on a new home.
Sidewall Shingles With a Flare
A slight curve adds charm, and also a bit of complexity, to the process of siding with cedar shingles.
Is There Environmentally Friendly Spray Foam Insulation?
HFO-blown foam is significantly better than HFC-blown foam when it comes to global warming potential, but no spray foam has zero environmental impact.
How To Get Pet Stains Out of Oak
If urine has created dark stains in wood flooring, agressive sanding with water could help.
Timeless Tip: Tunneling Under Slabs
Use standard plumbing parts to quickly dig a narrow hole under a slab.
Staircase Renovation
Loose, tilted flights signal trouble underfoot, but even major problems can be fixed with screws, blocks and braces.
Ditch the Hose
Battery-powered cordless framing nailers are almost good enough to replace pneumatics—for some, they already have.
Successful Floors With Trusses
Quality at the plant is hit or miss, so a flat floor means tweaking trusses on the job.
Foundations for Success
Getting a first new home out of the ground can be a challenge, so we've assembled some pro tips for making the job go as smoothly as possible.
FHB’s 40th Anniversary Tips Video Contest
Record yourself demonstrating a favorite tip from the Fine Homebuilding archive for a chance to win a cordless compact router kit.

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