The roof came off, the second story went up, and the roof went back on — all in less than four hours. The contractor on the job tells how he did it. Read more
When it’s time to get rid of old, leaky double-hung windows, replacement kits and units are a cost-effective option. Here’s what’s available. Read more
An expert framer explains his straight-forward approach to building curved stairs. Read more
A look at the materials and techniques to use for a flawless pocket door installation. Read more
Elliptical arches add a graceful touch to any interior, and they’re not difficult with this tried-and-true method. Read more
Shocked at your rising premiums and baffled by the insurance doubletalk? Here’s how your bill is calculated and steps you can take to lower it. Read more
Q: What is the best way to strip alligatored paint from shingle siding? Scraping is not working for us because it loosens many of the old shingles. Read more
Q: What happens to truss plate connectors as the wood truss members expand and contract with temperature and moisture changes? The prongs on the plate don’t seem to penetrate very deeply, and it seems as if they could work loose over time. Read more
Q: A roof I installed has stains running down the steel standing-seam roofing below the skylights. What might be causing this and how can it be prevented? Read more
Q: I use a lot of rough-sawn 1x6 T&G pine siding. This often comes from the mill slightly green. What is the best way to dry and stabilize white woods so that no irregular coloring occurs from the stickers? Read more
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