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Snaking wires with magnet and compass
Like many other contractors, I've had to run electrical wires through existing walls from a basement to a second story or attic. Whether you are in the basement looking up…
Save your old joint compound
Tired of throwing out half-full buckets of joint compound? When you finish a job, level off what's left in the bucket, put the circular vinyl disc on top of the…
Removing UPC stickers
One things that annoys me about buying tools and supplies these days is scraping off the UPC sticker. Scraping results only in removing the paper portion of the sticker with…
High-carb hand cleaner
After painting, I clean my hands quickly by using granulated sugar. I wet my hands and rub 1 tablespoon of sugar between them. The grime and grease wash off, and…
The Grain Scribe
I use logs and site-milled timbers in my work, and as I search for which logs to use where, I study the logs for twist. A log or timber with…
Fast, Accurate Small-Batch Concrete Mixing
When we need to mix 60-lb. bags of ready-mix concrete, we make it easy on ourselves with the following procedure. We begin with a 5-gal. joint-compound bucket with about 3…
Putting Fiberglass Insulation in Its Place
Careful installation of fiberglass batts is likely to have a bigger impact on your life than tight-fitting miters.
Tips for Sheathing a Roof with Plywood
You're 30 ft. in the air, walking on narrow framing members and handling sheets of plywood that'll catch the wind like canvas sails. You'd better know what you're doing.
Small Addition, Big Improvement
A new entryway dramatically helps the function and appearance of a small Cape.
Forming and Pouring Footings
Creating straight, level, and sturdy footings is the first step in building a long-lasting home. Here's how to do it right.

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