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Sheets of small tile for a border
Q: I’m laying out a pattern of 1-in. sq. tile for a border. I’d like to stick the tile to a backing to make sheets of the pattern. This process would…
Patching Holes in Textured Drywall
My work includes patching holes in drywall from time to time. And if the holes are in textured walls, either orange-peel or knock-down texture, I've got to set up my…
Another Angle on Spacing Deck-Railing Balusters
I have struggled many a time in the past to create equal, code-approved spacing between deck balusters. The method I've come to rely on -- the slant-rule technique -- has taken…
Sometimes it’s good to see red
One of the handiest additions to any toolbox is a 99¢ bottle of bright-red nail polish. This tough, waterproof lacquer dries quickly, comes with its own brush and is useful…
Making heavy tool belts more comfortable
In my 30 years as a carpenter, I've watched a steady evolution in tool belts. I think the leather ones were, and still are, an improvement over the old canvas…
Emergency drill-bit depth stop
If your favorite depth stop is missing when you need it most, here's a solution you can use in a pinch. As shown in the drawing, I slip a cable…
Angled plug mold is easier on the knuckles
Like Sarah Susanka, I prefer to use plug mold in kitchens rather than ruin the beauty of my backsplash with a series of outlets every few feet. As Sarah explains…
A Coastal Remodel Triumphs Over Limits
Persistent homeowners prevail over costs and coastal regulations.
More Wires Need Bigger Boxes
The National Electrical Code limits the number of wires in a box. Here's how to figure the size box you need.
Cutting and Setting Common Rafters
Rafters are the most basic element to a gable roof, so measure and lay them out carefully to make your roof look like it grew there.

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