More stories about Framing

• Insulated Framing

  Weyerhaeuser has introduced a line of framing material designed to reduce thermal bridging.

• Prefab Arches

  Want to avoid the hassle of fabricating curved framing on site? Consider sending the plans to Custom-Arch and letting someone else do the work.

• Restoring an Old Porch

  Solid piers, strengthened framing, and durable finish materials promise a long life for this rejuvenated beauty.

• Tiling Over Plywood Subfloors

  For crack-free floors, limit joist deflection and install two layers of 3/4-inch plywood and a thinset membrane.

• Rescuing a Spreading Roof

  A horizontal beam and steel tie rods resist rafter thrust with little disruption to the rest of the structure.

• Quick Porch Enclosure

  Over 20 years ago, on a vinyl siding job, I screened in a deck that had a shed roof.

• Backfill

  Builder Ted Kellogg convinced his bride-to-be that a brand-new covered bridge over the rocky stream behind his farmhouse would make a perfect spot for their summer nuptials.

• High-Performance Homes on a Budget

  Well-thought-out details make energy-efficient houses both attractive and affordable.

• A Stair Builder's Tool Kit

  For short cash and a little effort, you’ll save lots of time on your next handrail installation.

• A New Interior for an Antique House

  Addressing structural issues first made the interior finish work easier.