Journal of Light Construction: Interior Panels

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.

Great Vintage: BR-111 Zinfandel Tigerwood Engineered Wood Flooring

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:15:01 EST

A rich finish complements the attractive Tigerwood graining of this engineered wood flooring option..

A New Interior for an Antique House

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 05:40:32 EST

Addressing structural issues first made the interior finish work easier.

Faster Wall Framing

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 01:06:07 EST

By breaking the work into simple tasks, three men get one job done as quickly as possible.

Products

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 01:02:29 EST

Interior trim; flashing

Creating High-End Interiors With MDF

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:35:40 EST

Though it costs less than wood, MDF is arguably a better material for a paint-grade job. Here are some design and installation tips.

Resources: Building With SIPs

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:19:26 EST

Building with SIPs

Retrofitting A Whirlpool Tub

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:17:19 EST

A bathroom renovation specialist explains how to select and install a jetted tub in an existing bath.

Inside Interior Doors

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:13:28 EST

New engineered-lumber cores have cut the cost and improved the stability of raised-panel doors. Here’s an overview.

Fast Framing with Panels

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:14:09 EST

In a tight labor market, panelized construction offers high quality and speed with a small crew — even on large projects.

Installing Metal Panel Roofs

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:10:03 EST

A Florida roofing contractor tells how to select and install a screw-down metal roof.

Installing Suspended Ceilings

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:09:34 EST

Here’s how to lay out and assemble professional-looking dropped ceilings.

Q&A: Bleaching Old Cedar Paneling

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 11:41:09 EST

Q: I want to lighten the color of 15-year-old cedar paneling that has darkened with age. The wall paneling consists of 3/8x6-inch tongue-and-groove clear cedar installed over 1/2-inch drywall. I took a sample of the interior cedar and experimented with a bleaching method I often use outdoors. I applied a solution of diluted household bleach to the cedar, followed by flushing with ample amounts of water. The results were quite satisfactory, but the procedure obviously won’t work indoors.

On Site with Advantech

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:08:44 EST

Field testing of this new-generation OSB subfloor shows improved resistance to swelling, even in severe weather exposure.

Structural Slabs With Foam Forms

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 05:38:44 EST

For builders using insulated concrete forms, attaching a wood floor system is the hardest part of the job. A structural slab, by contrast, is easy to install, has excellent resistance to fire and sound transmission, and works well with radiant floor heating. Here’s a step-by-step look at both steel joist and steel pan forming systems.

Tying Down the House

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 05:38:01 EST

Properly installed, metal framing connectors provide good protection from earthquakes and hurricane damage. A field supervisor for a California construction company takes a step-by-step look at how to lay out and install common types of hold-down hardware.

Fast Precast Foundations

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 05:37:42 EST

A Superior Wall foundation has as much strength as a poured foundation, plus it’s insulated, requires no footings, and can install in less than a day. If there’s a manufacturing plant in your area, this is a system worth looking at.

Building With Foam-Core Panels

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 05:37:42 EST

With structural insulated panels, you get framing, sheathing, insulation, and air barrier all in one neat package. A 15-year foam-panel user explains how to build houses with SIPs, and how the technique compares with stick framing.

Flattening Walls for Paneling

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 05:37:09 EST

The quality of framing lumber being what it is, a perfectly flat, plumb wall is a rarity these days. An experienced finish carpenter describes the techniques he uses to create a flat surface before installing paneling and interior trim.

The Ultimate Stick-Built Wall

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 05:36:28 EST

One advantage of stick-framing is that you can build walls flat and square on the deck. But why stop there? Siding, windows, and trim can all be installed before you raise the wall. A veteran framing contractor shows how it’s done.