Issue 204

Templates, routers, and a foolproof finish make this traditional project approachable and elegant.

In Seattle, a builder and architect prove that remodeling and energy efficiency can be a winning combination.

InSoFast insulation panels simplify the process of installing insulation

The Paslode CF-325 is a newly-released cordless framing nailer that features a redesigned nosepiece

The Bagster is a good alternative to steel roll-off trash containers

Board Buddies is a useful antikickback and hold-down fence accessory

One shim is not enough As a longtime finish carpenter, I enjoyed Gary Striegler’s article “Plumb Perfect Prehung Doors” (FHB #202), and often found myself nodding in agreement. I especially…

Most 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.

Choosing 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.

Consider the material’s cost, installation demands, and environmental impact when choosing pavers for you next patio, walkway, or driveway project.

Before tearing down a load-bearing wall during a remodeling project, you need to adequately support the structure. Here's how.

Bullnosed corners on drywall can complicate crown-molding installations. A radiused outside corner is an elegant solution.

Two years into our remodeling project, we had completed phase one of the work and had paid a great deal of attention to the little things, including finely detailed concrete…

The best designs have pleasing proportions and harmonize with the house

To understand the importance of permeable and impermeable products as they relate to the construction of your home, you need to understand how vapor drive works.

We asked for photos of your best kitchen and bath remodels, and you delivered

Build a jig to draw a perfect ellipse with just two scraps of wood and a few nails