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Part 4: Air-Seal and Insulate a Nail-Fin Window over a Fluid-Applied WRB
Spray foam and high-quality sealant bridge all of the gaps between the framing, shims, and window for a durable and energy-efficient installation.
Prepping a Bathroom for Tile
Schluter waterproofing and uncoupling membranes cover nearly every surface of this master bathroom before the tile goes down.
Podcast 189: Heating with Pellets, Stabilizing a Collapsing Cottage, and Keeping an Accessory Dwelling Unit Close to the Ground
Kiley, Matt, and Patrick hear from listeners about brick row homes and Bonfig walls before taking questions about heating with wood pellets, the lack of control on modern shower valves, and rebuilding a rustic cabin.
Podcast 188: Smoothing Plaster Ceilings, Enforcing Airtightness, and Better Brick Walkways
The crew reviews feedback about carpenter bees, home sprinklers, and grade-level decks before taking questions on finding contractors for small jobs, removing textured ceilings, and blower-door testing.
How to Cut a Straight Edge on a Crooked Board
Securing your wavy piece of wood onto a perfectly square guide board is the key to safely ripping it in a straight line.
Drywall Tips and Tricks
32 illustrated time-saving techniques for hanging, finishing, and repairing gypsum wallboard.
Changes to the Building Codes
Code expert Glenn Mathewson explains how changes are made to the International Residential Code, with a chart detailing the code-development process.
Confessions of an Energy Dinosaur
Builder Scott McBride reflects on the disconnect between the act of building a house and making it energy efficient.
Insulating an Uninsulated Block-Wall Home
Building scientist Joe Lstiburek recommends insulating with rigid foam on the exterior.
Installing Reglet Trim
This unique way to finish window and door openings without wood trim is a modern upgrade to a basic flush drywall return.

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