Issue 141

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Exterior-Trim Details That Last

Flexible caulk joints combined with a drainage path for moisture keep vulnerable trim elements rot-free.

The Magazine

Installing a Leakproof Shower Pan
A thick mortar bed over a vinyl membrane makes a sturdy base for tile, but it pays to test for leaks.
Framing a Gambrel Roof
Site-built trusses are a speedy way to frame this traditional barn-shaped roof.
Building a Modular Retaining Wall
Stacked on a stable base, interlocking concrete blocks offer a mortarless solution to common landscaping problems.
Building Smaller, for Now
Two strategies that allow clients to live on their property before they can afford their dream house.
Retrofitting a Curbed Skylight
Get the flashing right to ensure leak-free skylights.
Ten Tips From a Home Inspector
Whether you're buying, selling or building, here are a few clues to some of the things that can go wrong in a house over time.

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Letters

Reader Feedback: Issue 141, August/September 2001
Debating the value of an expensive roof In explaining his decision to use clay tile for his roof (FHB #139, pp. 96-101), David D. Quillin asserts that the wind where…

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The Stud Finder
Great moments in building history: You never know when a stud finder will come in handy

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