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March 2, 2023

I'm renovating a Midcentury house - built 1974 with a sort of timber frame that apparently was common back then.  See photo 3.  It has 3 1/2 inch x 7…

March 1, 2023

I will be roofing a new shop this spring.  Without going into too much detail about the project I am soliciting opinions on what brand of ice and water shield…

February 28, 2023

Hello,Building a 14'x14' gazebo.  Was originally going to do a timber style construction, but have decided to go to a regular faming style.  I have poured 24x24x18 footer and set…

February 27, 2023

What do the pros recommend for sealing sill plate to concrete foundation on the interior side ? Acrylic,  Polyurethane,  solvent based? Acrylic latex?

February 27, 2023

My house is clad is western red cedar with the smooth side facing out.  The siding has been on the house for 3 years and hasn't been cleaned to date.I…

February 26, 2023

We are struggling to come up with an appropriate flooring for a hallway and bathroom in an old summer cottage in Northern Wisconsin to top an old concrete slab on…

February 26, 2023

Good afternoon!I am working out a plan to set up frame scaffold at the front of my house but have a challenge that I haven’t run into on the other…

February 25, 2023

Has anyone used both these products, if so what’s your thoughts. I have availability to both products, I can get the ForceField for 5 dollars a sheet less.

February 24, 2023

I want to rebuild our deck this summer. It doesn't feel unsafe, except for the wiggly handrail, but when you look at how it's built you know it is. It's…

February 24, 2023

I recently moved into a home that is 25 years old. All of my previous homes were newish and had HRVs. Proper ventilation and indoor air quality are important to…