Plywood

Straighten Plywood Panels
Use a temporary screw to pull warped panels into position when building cabinet boxes.
Straighter, Stronger Shelves
Add a rabbet to shelf nosing to keep plywood shelves rigid and free from curves.
A Guide to Subfloor Sheathing
For a stable, flat, and squeak-free floor, you'll find that most new products are OSB.
Plywood Cut Support
When you are cutting plywood by yourself, scrap pieces of rigid foam can come in handy.
A Modern and Affordable Prefab Home
Both cost-efficient and lovely to look at, this prototype of a line of prefabricated homes has striking yet economical details.
Strengthening Notched Floor Joists
Beef up joists by fastening plywood or adding bridging or blocking.
Maximize Space With Thoughtful Built-Ins
A bed, a desk, a closet, and a laundry hamper transform an attic into a cozy, do-it-all space.
A Case for Composite Wood Siding
Gone are the days of old-growth timber, but there's still good reason to use wood for siding. Fernando Pagés Ruiz makes a compelling case for the use of engineered wood siding.
DIY Dump Truck
Use plywood resting on tennis balls to slide trash and other loads out of a truck bed.
The Concrete-Free Floating-Plywood Slab Assembly
Watch builder Josh Salinger show how to reduce the environmental impact of a new home by omitting the concrete from the ground-level floors.

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