Issue 98

On the Cover

Choosing a Kitchen Sink

There are lots of shapes, sizes, materials, and accessories available today, but it's still a good idea to get what suits your needs.

The Magazine

More Than One Way to Case a Window
You can vary the look with simple combinations of flat boards and stock moldings.
Preventing Ice Dams
Proper insulation and roof ventilation can stop ice dams from forming, prevent damage and lower energy bills.
Designing and Building a Water Garden
Spillways and pools enliven a courtyard-garden entry.
Tiling a Shower With Marble
Take the time to get your tiles tight and flat, and your shower will look as if it had been carved out of solid marble.
Framing a Hip Roof
After you've framed a gable roof, rafter templates and rafter tables are all you'll need to make a hip.
Birth of a Superhero
Great moments in building history: Insulation Woman

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