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Protecting against bad clients, teaching the Japanese to build
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Q: It is my understanding that plywood and OSB should always be installed with space between the sheets for expansion. Apparently, always isn’t always. I am just now beginning a project on an unfinished house in New England that has had the 1-inch OSB subflooring glued and nailed to the joists...
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Three-coat vs. one-coat stucco, wiring device needs further testing
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EPA’s radon assessment questioned, federal “dig-safe” law likely, liquid sand and gravel
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Cedar shingle quality in question, tax break for affordable construction, home office deductions
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When the OSHA inspector comes calling
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Triangle sanders for detail work
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As a substrate for tile, cement-based backerboards have become the leading choice over moisture-resistant drywall and mortar systems. We sort through the options and give tips for a problem-free installation.
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Latex paint lasts longer than oil, feds add fiberglass to list of suspected carcinogens, how wall framing reduces R-value