A deck specialist explains the details that make his work stand apart from the competition. Read more
Choosing Concrete Anchors
There’s a concrete anchor for every task, from light-duty applications to heavy structural demands, but selecting the right one can be daunting. We pick through the pile of available fasteners and tell which ones should be used for your particular jobs. Read more
Faster Drywall Finishing with No-Coat
If you finish your own drywall on small jobs, these innovative corner tapes could make life a lot easier. Here’s a hands-on evaluation from the job site. Read more
Hardwood Flooring over Radiant Heat
Hardwood floors can perform well over radiant heat, but it takes careful hvac design, good job-site moisture control, and careful coordination between the heating sub and the flooring contractor. Here’s what you need to know. Read more
Installing Water-Managed Synthetic Stucco
Water leaking through poorly installed flashing and wall penetrations has proved the downfall of many EIFS jobs. A North Carolina plasterer explains how he replaces failed EIFS cladding with a two-coat stucco system specifically designed to prevent moisture damage. Read more
Putting clear, consistent policies in writing will benefit both productivity and morale. The owner of a successful remodeling company tells how to go about it. Read more
Q: Is there anything that can be done, short of tear-out and replacement, to prevent the knotholes in pressure-treated pine decking from oozing on hot days? Read more
Q: Which paints are more mildew-resistant, oil-based or acrylic? How can I prevent mildew from growing on painted surfaces? Read more
Q: Do low-flow toilets generate enough water to carry solids through the soil pipe to the city sewage line or the septic system? With so little water being flushed, my concern is that in older homes with cast iron pipes, corrosion in the pipe may catch the solids and cause blockage. Read more
Planning for an expandable house Read more
The makings of a good project manager Read more
When a sub changes a price Read more
Scheduling with QuickGantt Plus Read more
Radiant heating primer, masonry veneer guide, user-friendly UBC Index Read more
Fein 636 sander put to the test Read more
