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Is vinyl siding green?
Q: I am the development coordinator for a non-profit housing-development corporation. I am having problems finding an affordable cladding system that is also green. Can you comment on vinyl siding as…
Felt paper under vinyl siding
Q: I read with interest the article Vinyl Siding Done Right. The thing that caught my eye was the use of felt paper. I didn’t think its use would be…
Ultimate Cheapskate Kitchen
A no-frills fix-up creates a bright, efficient workspace for less than $1,800 in fixtures, materials and appliances.
Does Vinyl Belong on a Fine Home?
A look at the pros and cons of vinyl siding and polyvinyl chloride.
Vinyl Siding Done Right
If vinyl’s final, you’d best get the details right. A veteran builder shows how to make it water-resistant and attractive.
A Look Through Patio Doors
Sliding or hinged, big panes or multilite, these glass doors should be built to withstand the elements as well as years of abuse.
Scrap Vinyl Anchors Tar Paper in High Winds
As a construction coordinator for Habitat for Humanity, I'm always looking for ways to save resources on our home-building projects. Recently, a couple of windy days taught us a few…
Vinyl windows at high altitudes
Q: I want to buy a condo being built at an altitude of 9,000 ft. The contract calls for vinyl windows, but a local architect and the local lumber store both…
Three Ways to Weatherstrip a Door
Whether vinyl, silicone or bronze, an airtight seal is your best defense against the weather.
Fitting vinyl flooring under existing trim
Normally, my vinyl-flooring installation jobs involve one or two rooms, and there are typically two or three door openings. I prefer that the vinyl tuck under the door jambs and…

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