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Molding, Millwork, & Trim

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    Products

    Columns; specialty fasteners; adhesives

     
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    Quick Layout for Stair Rails and Balusters

    One simple full-scale drawing contains the information you need to cut balusters and newels accurately.

     
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    Not Just a Pretty Face

    While curb appeal still holds some cachet with buyers, it's what lies beneath a beautiful facade that really counts in the long run. Ted Cushman reports on the hard-won experience of Smokey Saduk, who has pioneered the use of low-maintenance synthetics backed by an impeccable weather barrier to...

     
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    Building a Curved Portico

    Synthetic millwork gives this front entry porch a classic look.

     
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    Products

    Pint-sized peel-and-stick; metalconnectors; durable exterior trim; whole-house audio & video

     
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    Success With Traditional Trim

    Window details like profiled stools and aprons with applied moldings have helped this builder find a profitable niche.

     
  • Q&A: Compressive Strength Of Cellular PVC Trim

    Q. Compressive Strength Of Cellular PVC Trim What kind of compressive strength do cellular PVC trim products such as Azek have? Can they be safely sandwiched between a supporting column and a bearing beam, for example?

     
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    Building a Glazed Cupola

    This simple rooftop unit was built in the shop and lifted into place with a crane.

     
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    Products

    Stainless Cap Nuts - Low-Maintenance Millwork - Folding Walls - Aggressive Augers - Standby Power - Storm Shingles - Stronger Siding - Durable Doors

     
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    Fast Box Newel - Fewer Nail Holes

    This carpenter-friendly design eliminates most of the nail holes.