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Weatherized Wall Framing
Protect the top of newly framed walls from snow with strips of water-resistive barrier or a similar material.
More Bang for Your Bucket
Lay your trash receptacle on its side before putting in your narrow rips and cutoffs.
Miter-Saw-Stand Worktop
A piece of plywood with bench-dog holes is clamped to a miter-saw stand for a useful work surface.
Gauge Blocks for Planing Boards
Gauge blocks ensure that multiple boards are planed to the same thickness.
Avoiding Frost Heave on an Unprotected Foundation
If a concrete foundation is poured in late fall but framing won't begin until late winter, there are several possible ways to prevent frost heave.
An Easy Approach to Coffered Ceilings
Careful layout, accurate framing, and preassembled parts simplify a traditional trim detail.
Planning and Prepping for Basement Flooring
Managing moisture is key, but choosing the appropriate product and creating a suitable surface are also crucial factors in establishing a long-lasting, comfortable basement floor.
Fastening Outside Corner Bead
On an outside corner formed by a double layer of drywall, the corner bead can be fastened without nails or screws.
Podcast 600: Humidity Control, Pergola Footing, and Primer for New Drywall
The crew hears from listeners about LED lights, pergola footings, PVA primer, and overly complicated HVAC.
Podcast 600: Members-only Aftershow — House as a System
The crew talks about what “house as a system” means and why it’s important to understand.

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