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Dangerous work conditions are on the decline. But once in a while I still see something that startles me.

When it comes to installing crown molding it's all about seamless transitions. In order to get great looking crown, trim carpenters either miter or cope their inside corners. Two pros…

Chuck Miller shares three tips to make crown-molding installation go smoothly.

The 2009 International Residential Code (IRC) has a number of big changes when it comes to framing decks. If your state, county or town will be adopting the ’09 IRC…

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.

Builder Mike Maines offers tips for using the right fasteners and adhesive to keep outside corners tight on exterior trim.

Many driveways are oversized to provide extra room for backing and turning and parking for occasional guests. Excess pavement often overwhelms a small lot and increases storm water runoff. On…

Although the terms often are used interchangeably, trellises, arbors, and pergolas are distinctly different structures.

Get the details right when installing foam, mineral wool, or other rigid insulation types, and a small increase in wall thickness can make a big difference in energy efficiency.