Journal of Light Construction: Wood Roofing

Keeping Cedar Shingles Dry

Wed, 3 Oct 2012 02:04:20 EST

"Skippers" and "verticals" help provide ventilation

Ecoshel Smart-Shingle System

Thu, 6 Sep 2012 01:01:24 EST

These shingles are squared and fastened to each other in 45-inch-long panels.

Weaving Wood-Shingle Hips and Valleys - Epoxy Tip - Hail-Damage

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 11:44:10 EST

Weaving wood-shingle hips and valleys; epoxy tip; hail-damage scam

Weaving a Cedar Roof Valley

Fri, 6 Jul 2012 05:05:53 EST

Cedar roofs are common in Eastern Massachusetts, where I live and work.

Siding With Cedar Shingles

Fri, 6 Jul 2012 05:03:05 EST

Install a tight weather barrier, choose top-quality shingles, and use smart production techniques.

Replacing a Rooftop Deck

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 10:03:40 EST

Pedestal supports and preassembled wood tiles simplify installation and maintenance.

Backfill: Steam-Bent Shingles

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 01:15:29 EST

Steam-bent shingles

Roofing With Cedar Shingles

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 01:15:24 EST

For a long-lasting roof, stick with the best shingle grades and use a ventilating underlayment.

Dressing Up an Eyebrow Dormer

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:59:32 EST

Use this no-math template method to match complex shapes with heat-formed PVC trim.

Adding Timber Rafter Tails To a Stick-Framed Roof

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:46:59 EST

A good plan and shop-made parts simplify this classy detail.

Products

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:46:47 EST

Replacement windows & doors; interior millwork; slate & tile roofing

Installing Curved Exterior Trim

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:44:43 EST

Accurate framing and full-size millwork templates guaranteed a precise fit.

Framing a Round Tower

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:35:01 EST

A Long Island contractor uses preassembled framing and a forklift to build a dramatic circular stairwell.

Q&A: Moss on Cedar Shingles

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 11:53:18 EST

Q. How can I kill moss growing on cedar shake roofs? And after I've killed the moss, what can I put on the roof to keep it from growing again?

Products

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:30:16 EST

Flexible moldings, fast-grab adhesive, dimmable CF; panel, flooring, and asphalt roofing products

Products

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:27:20 EST

Water-resistant gypsum panels, heated shingles, snap-in bamboo flooring, chimney pots, more

Q&A: Comparing Cedar Shingle Species

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 11:49:44 EST

Q: How do eastern white cedar and western red cedar shingles compare for durability? I’ve heard that red cedar is more durable, but I wonder if the difference is enough to affect the service life of roofing or siding.

Q&A: Reroofing with Heavy Shingles

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 11:44:43 EST

Q: I intend to reroof over the original asphalt shingles on a 30-year-old house. I would like to install heavy 40-year architectural-weight asphalt shingles, without stripping the existing shingles. I am a little worried that the new shingles may add too

Products

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:10:35 EST

New prefinished hardwood strip flooring; NFL hardhats; concrete anchors to withstand seismic vibration; airtight attic hatch; shears for asphalt shingles; contoured underlayment for vinyl siding; no-drip faucet connectors; strap-on sandals for gripping roof surfaces; more

Builder Time Bombs

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:09:00 EST

These common oversights will lead to early building failure.