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  Q: Why it is that most exterior doors swing in rather than out? I can think of several reasons why they should swing out: (1) It is more difficult for the wind to get around a door that swings out since it is pressing the door against a seal rather than away from it. (2) An out-swinging door can...

• Hot-Weather Concreting

  Concrete sets up fast in hot, dry weather, increasing the chance that cracks and surface defects will develop. A concrete contractor from the desert Southwest tells how to keep your cool in the heat of a concrete pour.

• Toolbox: Water Level Know-How

  Tips for using water levels

• Focus On Energy: Cold-Weather Caulking

  Caulking in the cold

• Cold Weather-Concreting

  Cool temperatures can reduce concrete strength unless precautions are taken. Here are the products and techniques that guarantee a successful pour — even when it’s below freezing.

• Guide to Galvanized Nails

  Ever seen a high-priced siding job ruined by rust stains? This overview of zinc nail coatings can help keep your exteriors looking great.

• Q&A: A Clear Finish For Wood Siding

  Q: What type of clear finish do you recommend for exterior siding?

• Sub-slab Vapor Barriers

  A slab poured directly on top of a vapor barrier dries more quickly on top than on the bottom, causing cracking and curling in the concrete. Here’s one way to solve the problem.

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• Protecting Trees During Site Work

  In saving trees at a job site, it’s often what you can’t see that counts most — the roots. Here are the keys to success.