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Hand Mixing Concrete for Small Projects
A hoe and a wheelbarrow are fine tools for mixing one bag of concrete at a time. Here's how to do it.
How to Pour and Finish a Small Concrete Slab
All you need are a few simple tools and a basic understanding of how concrete works to get beautiful results on any slab.
Off the Grid Living and the Law
The idea of living off the grid might not be for everyone, but we can all relate to or at least see the appeal
Insulating a Slab-On-Grade Foundation
Depending on your location, you may need rigid-foam insulation under and around the edges of the slab.
A Retrofit for the Future
An old ranch house gets an improved shell, solar panels, and an upgraded heating and cooling system to provide energy independence.
When Ductless Minisplits Make Sense
Easy-install, high-efficiency HVAC is ideal for retrofits and well-insulated new homes.
Passive House Perfection
This compact farmhouse achieves home building’s highest performance standard without a shred of aesthetic compromise.
Efflorescence and Spalling in Concrete
Understand the causes and methods for prevention of this destructive force commonly seen in concrete and masonry structures.
Time-Tested Approach to Chimney Flashing
Roofing contractor Dyami Plotke demonstrates how to prepare a chimney for flashing and how to bend, install, and seal metal flashing for a durable, weatherproof, and beautiful job.
How to Pour a Rock-Solid, Well-Insulated Garage Slab
A homeowner turns to the Fine Homebuilding community forum for advice on building an extra-strong concrete floor for a garage workshop.

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