Issue 110
Features
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Installing Bifold Doors
Preassembling the jambs and the casings makes for a faster, more accurate job.
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Why Exterior Finishes Fail
Government scientists explain why paint cracks, blisters and peels on your house, and how you can prevent it.
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Nailing Basics
Despite the advent of nail guns, sometimes you still have to hit the nail on the head.
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Framing Curved Stairs on Site
A stud wall, not a laminated stringer, shapes these stairs.
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Taking Advantage of a Difficult Building Site
A compound house is joined by a bridge that threads between old fir trees.
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Choosing Ductwork
The kind of ducts you use and the number and types of turns they make dramatically affect HVAC-system performance.
