Issue 96

On the Cover

Fire-Resistant Details

Studying the houses that survived the 1993 Laguna Beach fire storm yields lessons in building to withstand the heat

The Magazine

Installing Prehung Doors
An accurate level and a bucketful of shims will correct just about any out-of-plumb condition.
A Screen Porch Dresses up a Ranch
Wide overhangs and a wraparound stone patio keep this elegant outdoor-living area cool and dry.
Venting the Kitchen
To expel kitchen moisture and grease efficiently, select an appropriate exhaust system and make the duct run short and straight.
Roofing with Slate
With the right fasteners and flashings, you'll get a roof that can last a hundred years.
Framing a Gable Roof Over a Bay
Letting ceiling joists cantilever beyond the walls makes this challenging roof detail stronger and easier to build.
Installing Horizontal Wood Siding
A carpenter's tricks for accurately laying out, cutting and fitting the classic wood siding.

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Cutting and Soldering Copper Pipe
Clean the fittings carefully and heat them completely to get neat, leak-free joints.

Great Moments

Going to the Dogs
Great moments in building history: An unusual setback

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