Issue 88

On the Cover

Framing Gable Ends

You can use a story pole and a level to lay out accurate cuts without a tape measure.

The Magazine

Air and Vapor Barriers
Understanding and preventing moisture movement are the first steps in protecting a house from water damage.
Cutting Multiples
A few tricks can save time when cutting studs, blocks, and cripples.
Two Lessons from a Porch Addition
A plumb-bob foundation layout and a cable-tensioned balustrade customize a tract house.
Cleaning Paintbrushes and Rollers
A spinner makes quick work of a messy task.
Building a Curved Balustrade
A carpenter uses router templates, laminations, and fiberglass packing tape to trim a staircase.
Protecting Your Lungs on the Job
Know the risks, and if you can't eliminate them, choose the right respirator.

Article

Classical Details in a Harsh Environment
Craftsmen build a coastal house to withstand hurricane winds, meticulous architects, and exacting clients.

Great Moments

Hair-Raising House Razing
Great moments in building history: A narrow escape from an explosion

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