I was recently building a house using I joists for the floor system. I usually cut my joists and blocking with a normal circular saw as the blade is just big enough to cut all the way through, but this requires the use of a large quick square, and some awkward line drawing many times. So this time around, I cut my blocking out of offcuts using my tablesaw and it worked perfectly, and it saved me a lot of time and hassle.
More There's a Better Way - Fine Homebuilding Reader Quick Tips
View AllUp Next
Video Shorts
Featured Story
Listeners ask about affordable home builds, installing a patio on foundation backfill, and dealing with peeling paint on masonry.
Featured Video
How to Install Cable Rail Around Wood-Post CornersDiscussion Forum
Highlights
"I have learned so much thanks to the searchable articles on the FHB website. I can confidently say that I expect to be a life-long subscriber." - M.K.
Video
View All Videos- FHB Podcast Segment: Building a Paintable Surface Over a Traditional Stone Wall
- FHB Podcast Segment: Advice for an Efficient and Affordable New Build
- FHB Podcast Segment: Is Foam Against Form Boards a Good Idea for a Garage Slab?
- FHB Podcast Segment: XPS Insulation on Basement Walls