Issue 107

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Installing Housewrap

When properly detailed, high-tech wrappings can reduce the flow of air into outside walls while allowing moisture to escape.

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  • A Primer on Heating Systems

    You'll save money and stay more comfortable by matching the heating system to your climate, your house and your needs.

  • A Classic Sunroom

    Carefully proportioned use of flat boards, stock moldings and standard windows helps to create a space for all seasons.

  • Restoring Wood With Epoxy

    Instead of tearing out and replacing rotten wood, you can fix damage and make wood look as good and last as long as new.

  • Traditional Cabinetry From a Modern Material

    Raised-panel assemblies made from MDF are dimensionally stable, cheaper than solid wood and easy to mill.

  • Frost-Protected Shallow Foundations

    Used overseas successfully for decades, this innovative foundation system uses carefully placed insulation and a slab with integral footings instead of conventional deep frost walls.

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    Roof Flashing

    Installation details can make the difference between a trouble-free roof and an expensive callback.

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