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Concrete seems about as straightforward and rugged as any material on site. But the fact is, if you make certain common mistakes during placement, you can end up with a weak finished product. Here are some essential guidelines that will guarantee good work.
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Bonding to gas pipes; Frank Lloyd Wright rebar mystery; vinyl siding comments; recipe for roof algae cleaner
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Longer runtimes and greater power are making cordless circular saws more useful on the site. Our tool editor takes a close look at the available models.
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Wrenchless routers and grinders
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Remote-mounted vent fans, flexible gas tubing, OSB with layout lines, MDF molding, electrical box extender, weatherproof adhesive, two-part urethane foam, tall entry doors, foil-faced bubble wrap, heavy-duty lockset, water purification system, laminate flooring, steam bath generator
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A concrete contractor and consultant explains how proper finish grading and footing drain details keep surface runoff and underground water away from the foundation.
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We put professional-duty 14.4-volt cordless drill/drivers through their paces, including a look at the latest battery technology. This side-by-side comparison will help you make the right choice.
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Among the thousands of new building products introduced each year are some that help you build faster, better, and more economically. Here’s our pick of some of the best.
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Q: What’s the best way to support a new garage slab next to an existing foundation wall?
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Nailing deck ledgers, wire-snaking tips