Issue 49

On the Cover

Framing With The Plumber in Mind

A few tips to help you keep your sticks and nails out of the way of plumbers.

The Magazine

Guidelines for Laying Stone Walls
Master the basics of building a dry-laid stone wall and gravity will do the rest.
Installing a Plank Floor
Wide boards demand careful persuasion.
A Staircase Comes Out of the Closet
An Arts and Crafts stair becomes the focal point of a house searching for a style.
Caulk-Free Corners
A technique for folding skylight flashing.

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