Whether it’s framing lumber or finish flooring, wood shrinks and swells, causing problems in your finish work. Here’s how to prevent callbacks. Read more
A chimney specialist shows how to install flashing that will prevent leaks for the life of the chimney. Read more
A master tilesetter shows how to incorporate glass block into a tiled bath. Read more
An architect discusses the essential ingredients of a well-planned kitchen: cabinet and appliance dimensions, lay-out variations, storage schemes, and dining options. Read more
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A well-planned punchout procedure will ensure you exit the job gracefully — and get the last check. Read more
Q: What kind of adhesive should I use to bond CCA-treated decking to treated joists? Read more
Q: There seem to be a lot of products on the market that solve problems with leaky basements. Some are for "dampproofing" and others for "waterproofing." What is the difference? Read more
Q: We are getting a callback on drywall screws in a bathroom that are showing through the paint and getting darker with age. What might be causing this? Read more
Q: On elevated decks, the redwood decking often causes black streaks on the joists below. How can we prevent this? Read more
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