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Stairway Basics
The safety of stairs is directly related to how the occupant uses them, so the safety features related to stairs in the building codes are also related to the user.
Set a Jack on a Solid Base
Do this, not that when using a hydraulic or screw jack.
Ladder Slip Solution
A finishing trowel makes a strong stop for a ladder's feet to keep it from slipping on composite decking.
Building Confidence, Community, and Inclusive Trades
Carpenter Kerri Gaffett reflects on tackling tradework independently and learning how to work with the physics of your body.
Remodeling Done Right
Builders Joe Cook and Travis Brungardt share best practices for taking on an interior remodeling project and making an old house feel new again.
Dialing In a Job-Site Tablesaw
Tune up your saw and add a few simple jigs for an efficient, accurate, and dependable tool.
Remodeling Around Electrical Panels
Know the code requirements for electrical panels before you start a remodeling project around one.
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Illuminating an Indoor Staircase
Consider code, practicality, and aesthetics when lighting interior stairways.
Compact Tablesaw for the Job Site
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