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Trimming Door Jambs
Whenever I install an interior door over a floor that has already been laid, there’s a good chance that the floor is not perfectly level. To accommodate an uneven floor…
Easy Baluster Replacement
Replace balusters without dismantling them using this simple solution.
Drying Racks for Finishing
My painting contracting business specializes in custom homes and restorations, and we finish a lot of siding and trim prior to installation. In order to dry large deliveries, we build…
Weatherproof Window Installation, Episode 3: Insulation and Air-Sealing
Working from the interior, Brian Knight air-seals and insulates using a combination of spray foam, flexible foam backer rod, caulk, and a layer of tape.
How to Calculate Deck Footing Size
The DCA-6 prescriptive guide makes it fast and easy to properly size footings for any deck.
Weatherproof Window Installation, Episode 1: Prepping the Rough Opening
Learn solid techniques for preparing a rough opening, installing a new window, and sealing it up tight.
Weatherproof Window Installation, Episode 2: Prepping and Installing the Window
In this episode, we detail the best practices for air-sealing the window, and flashing it to the outside of the house.
Planning Ahead for a Deck with Skirtboards
Use this tip to prevent an ugly exposed concrete footing from interrupting the clean lines of the decorative skirting on your next deck.
How to Make a Deck Finish Last
Your choice of deck stain may not be as important as the maintenance regimen you follow over the life of your deck.
How to Make an L-Shaped Cut in Tile
Learn how to use a wet saw to make this standard corner cut.

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