Keeping Moisture Out of Oceanfront Homes
Vibrant vinyl, inswing french doors, fire-stopping foam; exterior trim; water heaters; surface protection
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Q. Fiber-cement siding comes primed. Can I go straight to a top coat? What's the best paint to use?
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Dust-free drywall sanding; Impulse utility stapler; demolition tools
Fiber-cement siding is no fun to cut and handle, but its price and durability make it a good deal for spec houses. An experienced installer tells you how to work with it efficiently.
When it comes to giving vinyl an authentic period look, the right details make all the difference.
An interior trim carpenter whose company specializes in servicing large national builders tells how to produce a high-quality interior finish quickly and efficiently.
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Senco screw gun, Milwaukee metal-cutting saw, siding tools, cold weather gear
Wood siding corner details
Trimming a Dutch Colonial gambrel