Journal of Light Construction: All Foundations & Framing Articles

House Rotation

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 11:02:55 EST

The current owners contracted to have the house placed on a new foundation … but not before rotating it 90 degrees

Plaster Repair Strategies

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 11:05:37 EST

Minimize demolition by patching cracks, resurfacing with fabric, or adding a layer of drywall

21-Gauge Nailers

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 12:16:28 EST

Fans say these oft-overlooked tools offer real benefits

Drying Wet Framing

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 08:39:10 EST

In tight houses, make sure the frame is dry before closing up the walls

Framing a Roof With I-Joists

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 10:17:37 EST

Tips and tricks for working efficiently with I-joist rafters

Versatile Storage

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 03:46:45 EST

Offer ProSlat wall storage as part of a garage upgrade or use it in your shop

PAMtite Hot-Melt Glue Gun

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 01:52:08 EST

Lays down a bead of thermoplastic adhesive that sets five minutes after application

Not Just for Drywall

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 02:39:34 EST

The Jab Saw can handle several materials, from metal to PVC

Low Profile

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 03:28:21 EST

Embassy Ceilings look nicer than conventional suspended ceilings and eat up less headroom

Slow Burner

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 03:11:35 EST

Weyerhaeuser’s Flak Jacket is an intumescent fire-resistant coating for Trus Joist TJIs

Liquid Flashing

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 02:36:18 EST

People who don’t like to detail flashing tape around pipes might consider Huber's Zip Liquid Flashing

Band-Joist Solution

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 02:27:46 EST

Fill the fire-rated Insul Cube with blown insulation, then friction-fit between the joists

Bug-Resistant Clothing

Fri, 7 Jun 2013 02:39:54 EST

Insect Repellent Work Wear protects against ticks, flies, and mosquitoes

Florida County Counts 1,900 Chinese Drywall Houses

Sun, 26 May 2013 02:36:39 EST

Lee County, Florida has 1,900 Chinese drywall-tainted houses on its tax rolls (officially). The true number is uncertain.

Second Look

Mon, 13 May 2013 01:23:09 EST

A year after it was reviewed in JLC, how is the Hilti Autofeed Drywall Screw Magazine holding up?

Air-Sealing Without Foam

Mon, 13 May 2013 02:03:46 EST

Tape is best, but the right caulk can also provide a tough, reliable seal

Copemaster Update

Mon, 13 May 2013 01:36:06 EST

You can still buy parts -- and a new model is in the works

Chappell Master Framer Square

Mon, 13 May 2013 01:21:19 EST

This precise, American-made, stainless-steel layout instrument has unique decimal scales and patented rafter tables

Formwork for Carpenters

Mon, 13 May 2013 01:37:50 EST

Developed by a Utah contractor, the Spider Tie system is for builders and remodelers who want to do their own formwork

TJ Shear Brace Installation

Mon, 13 May 2013 02:13:14 EST

A Simpson Strong-Tie rep follows up on a JLC reference to the company's anchor-bolt spacers