Building a Tapered Craftsman-Style Newel Post
Pocket-screwed frames attached to an inner plywood column made for efficient assembly Read more
Building Accepted Fire Barriers for Multifamily Homes
Construction details that prevent fires from spreading from one unit to another. Read more
Getting Started in Multiifamily Housing
One- to four-unit apartment buildings are a good option for single-family home builders looking to invest in real estate. Read more
Weatherstripping Double-Hung Windows
Stop drafts and restore the operation of old wood windows with this straightforward approach Read more
Window Trim and Flashing That Works
This approach speeds the work and guarantees a durable, weathertight installation Read more
Controlling Whole-House Remodeling Costs
Be patient and proactive in your estimate, but don't be afraid to withdraw if you need to, especially when working with an inexperienced architect. Read more
Matching Old and New Cabinet Finishes
Scott Burt's proven method for matching the color of new wood cabinets with the darker, older wood on existing cabinets. Read more
On the Job
Supporting a Brick Chimney With Structural Steel
A pair of I-beams support a three-story brick chimney in this basement remodel. Read more
What's the Payback for Becoming a Home Performance Contractor?
A successful drywall installer explores the pros and cons of adding home performance contracting to his business Read more
Eco-Downlight Versatile LED
The Eco-Downlight delivers 2,200 lumens of light from just 30 system watts of power, says the maker. Read more
SoftSound VC 97 Variable-Speed Modulating Gas Furnace
According to the maker, the SoftSound VC 97 Variable-Speed Modulating Gas Furnace provides steadier heat than single-stage furnaces Read more
RetroTreads Hardwood Stair Treads
If your clients want to replace their carpeted stairs with hardwood, these treads are an economical option Read more
Self-Stick Housewrap
This vapor-permeable, water-resistive air barrier requires no mechanical fasteners. Read more
Radiant in a Box
This unit is essentially a pre-assembled mechanical room that you can hang on the wall. Read more
Ecoshel Smart-Shingle System
These shingles are squared and fastened to each other in 45-inch-long panels. Read more
Wolf PVC Deckboards
Wolf has added two tropical-hardwood colors to its PVC Deckboard collection. Read more
No-Hassle Storm-Door
This kit eliminates much of the cutting and measuring required for a storm-door installation. Read more
Versatex Exterior Moldings
Six profiles have been added to the Versatex line-up of exterior moldings. Read more
Heavy-Duty Pull-Down Ladder
This attic ladder supports up to 300 pounds and comes in six sizes. Read more
Flex-Drain Expandable Drain Pipe
Flex-Drain holds its shape like a giant bendy straw, eliminating the need to cut pipes and insert fittings. Read more
Bosch Bulldog Xtreme Max SDS-Plus Rotary Hammer
This tool lives up to its billing as a step up from the Bulldog Xtreme. Read more
Paint Brush for Low-VOC
This brush makes it easier to produce a high-quality finish, says the maker. Read more
Infrared Camera
Flir's upgraded i7 exceeds the proposed RESNET resolution standards for energy auditing, says the company. Read more
Industrial Metal Master 20 Portable Sheetmetal Brake
The Industrial Metal Master 20 has the deepest throat on the market, says the maker. Read more
Digital Inspection Camera
The M-Spector 360 has a rotating LCD screen so you don't have to stand on your head to figure out what you're looking at. Read more
Restoring a Milk Bottle-Shaped Restaurant
A Spokane builder repairs a fire-damaged historic structure. Read more
