Journal of Light Construction: Interior

Copemaster Update

Mon, 13 May 2013 01:36:06 EST

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

Patching Veneer Plaster

Mon, 13 May 2013 01:30:03 EST

Tips from a thread on fixing a hole in a plaster ceiling

Dressing Up A Garage Door

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 12:07:21 EST

Wooden “skins” add a classy touch to an insulated steel overhead door

Patching Plaster

Tue, 9 Apr 2013 11:54:36 EST

Use setting compound and drywall patches to quickly repair holes in plaster

Stock Closet System

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 01:21:10 EST

ClosetMaidís ShelfTrack Elite system offers the custom wood look for less cost

Pretty Face

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 12:42:20 EST

Johnson Hardware's pre-assembled Wall Mounted Fascia goes with the company's sliding door track

Exotic Reclaimed Flooring

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 12:08:15 EST

Viridianís Jarkarta Blend is 100% Asian hardwoods reclaimed from international shipping crates

Removing Grout Haze

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 12:54:51 EST

Stubborn latex grout haze on textured accent tiles led to this thread in JLC's Ceramic Tile Expert Forum

Beating the Principle of Accumulated Error

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 11:43:33 EST

It wasn't surprising that accumulated errors had added up to make the assembled cabinet unit too big to fit.

Installing Interior PVC Trim

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 03:18:08 EST

Tips on smoothing routed surfaces and gluing joints

"Overbaked" Fiberglass Batts Linked to Odor Problem

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 10:03:50 EST

Owens-Corning looks to better quality control to deal with a strong-smelling batt problem

Built-Up Exterior Trim

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 12:51:30 EST

Solutions for building up trim to better complement the thickness of cedar shingles

Custom Vent-Hood Cover

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 01:51:38 EST

A rectangular base supports the fan and a sloping cap conceals the ductwork

5,500 Pounds of Pennies

Tue, 12 Feb 2013 12:53:23 EST

A Maryland artist installs a durable commercial floor with one million pennies and two kinds of epoxy

Easy Post Wrap

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 02:29:03 EST

Preassembled KleerWrap can be put in place by a single worker

New Stair Options

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 11:15:04 EST

Outwater has added several new finishes to its line of Traditional Staircase Elements

Hybrid Knobs

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 11:55:23 EST

Atlas Homewares' Modern Bronze Finish is a cross between traditional oil-rubbed bronze and modern graphite grey

Double Duty

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 12:36:58 EST

Premium Plus Zero VOC Interior Paint combines the primer and finish coat in one product

Better Bathroom Access Made Easy

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 02:56:22 EST

Replacing existing butt "hinges" with a set of offset hinges widened the door opening by almost 2 inches.

Getting Oil Results With Waterborne Finishes

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 02:31:50 EST

Premium latex paints are easier to work with than traditional oils and can look just as good