Issue 204
Features
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Spray Foam: What Do You Really Know?
To get the full benefit of this super-insulation, you must understand the difference between open- and closed-cell foams, how they perform, and how they’re installed.
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An Electrical Tool Kit
A professional electrician shares the tools and materials he relies on for the most common wiring tasks.
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Leak-Free Skylights
A peel-and-stick membrane under the flashing guarantees that the skylight won’t leak—ever.
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Green Yesterday, Code Today
Thanks to the green-building movement, energy efficiency is becoming a mainstay in the IRC and the IECC. But what does it mean to you?
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Build a Sturdy Stone Sitting Wall
Keep the look of a traditional dry-stack stone wall, but strengthen the core with mortar and finish with a bluestone cap.
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Tool Test: 2-1/4-hp Router Combo Kits
Get double duty when you combine an interchangeable motor with both fixed and plunge bases.
Article
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Arts and Crafts Style Built-in BenchTemplates, routers, and a foolproof finish make this traditional project approachable and elegant.
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Remodeling GreenIn Seattle, a builder and architect prove that remodeling and energy efficiency can be a winning combination.
Tools & Materials
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Better basement insulationInSoFast insulation panels simplify the process of installing insulation
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Product update: Cordless nailer gets a makeoverThe Paslode CF-325 is a newly-released cordless framing nailer that features a redesigned nosepiece
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Bag-style Dumpsters are big on convenienceThe Bagster is a good alternative to steel roll-off trash containers
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Safer rips with a rollerBoard Buddies is a useful antikickback and hold-down fence accessory
Letters
What is the Difference
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What's the Difference: Deck StainMost stains are engineered to color and protect wood in a single coat and are available in oil-based, water-based, and water-based epoxy-fortified mixtures.
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What's the Difference: Circular sawblades with different tooth countsChoosing a blade with the correct number of teeth for a particular job ensures the best performance from a circular saw, a miter saw, or a tablesaw.
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Permeable vs. Impermeable Pavers - What's the Difference?Consider the material’s cost, installation demands, and environmental impact when choosing pavers for you next patio, walkway, or driveway project.
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