June 2013 Table of Contents

Minimize demolition by patching cracks, resurfacing with fabric, or adding a layer of drywall Read more

In tight houses, make sure the frame is dry before closing up the walls Read more

Tim Uhler shares his tips and tricks for working efficiently with I-joist rafters. Read more

Reader feedback on "Deck Mounting a Photovoltaic System" Read more

Reader feedback on "Roofers Face Flood of New State Laws" Read more

Reader feedback on JLC's "Roof Truss Repair" Q&A Read more

As part of the restoration of this 160-year-old Greek Revival's stately front porch, its Doric colonnade was repaired stave by stave. Read more

Gather accurate information for your estimates Read more

The two-piece Riose toilet is designed for retrofits where the floor won’t accommodate a drain pipe Read more

Saves time with fast and easy setup and breakdown Read more

Marvin has added a triple-pane glazing option to its Wood-Ultrex casements and awnings Read more

Embassy Ceilings look nicer than conventional suspended ceilings and eat up less headroom Read more

The Flex 100H heat-recovery ventilator is designed for homes with less than 2,000 square feet of floor space Read more

Weyerhaeuser’s Flak Jacket is an intumescent fire-resistant coating for Trus Joist TJIs Read more

This PVC product's core is engineered for strength and water resistance, says the maker Read more

Festool's new TS 55 REQ track saw is a redesign of the TS 55 EQ Read more

People who don’t like to detail flashing tape around pipes might consider Huber's Zip Liquid Flashing Read more

Andersen’s low-voltage Automatic Operator can control up to four windows Read more

Fill the fire-rated Insul Cube with blown insulation, then friction-fit between the joists Read more

This 7-cfm continuous-exhaust fan goes on the floor and ducts to the outside Read more

The Zip Door can be installed in less than a minute Read more

A 132,000-Btu boiler and a 24-gallon charged indirect hot-water tank in one compact unit Read more

Wrap the three connected panels around the post, then lock the fourth panel in place Read more

Boral’s Tru Exterior Trim is made from fly ash and polymers Read more

The Intervac is an inexpensive alternative to a whole-house vacuum Read more

Lennox says the XC25 can dehumidify a house without overcooling it Read more

3M's Patch Plus Primer could come in handy for small patching jobs Read more

These niches have sealed corners and integrated flanges Read more

ODL's Array door-light system fits doors that accept a 22-inch by 64-inch glazing panel Read more

The Energy Seal Attic Ladder has integrated weatherstripping to reduce air leakage Read more

Moen says its "Microban antimicrobial protection" prevents bacterial growth on faucet surfaces Read more

Prolok rebar and mesh chairs have locking heads, so no bar ties are required Read more

A minimalist look for interiors and exteriors Read more

Hilti's HIT-HY 200 adhesive anchoring system for anchor rods and rebar dowels is approved by ICC-ES for use in uncracked or cracked concrete in all seismic zones Read more

Fans say these oft-overlooked tools offer real benefits Read more

This tool is the lightest 71/4-inch wormdrive or hypoid model on the market Read more

A great little lamp with lots of features Read more

What's the difference between orbital and nonorbital cutting action? Read more

Milwaukee's filter fits most major brands of SDS-plus rotary hammers and hammer drills Read more

Offer ProSlat wall storage as part of a garage upgrade or use it in your shop Read more

Lays down a bead of thermoplastic adhesive that sets five minutes after application Read more

The Jab Saw can handle several materials, from metal to PVC Read more

The Diablo 10-inch Ultimate Flawless Finish blade cuts easier than many other carbide blades Read more

The GSM Cable Lock guards table saws and other stationary tools left on the job site Read more

Insect Repellent Work Wear protects against ticks, flies, and mosquitoes Read more

More powerful than 12-volt drivers, but lighter and more compact than 18- and 20-volt models Read more

Catch a glimpse of how floors were finished in the 19th century France in "Les Raboteurs de Parquet” (1876), by Impressionist painter Gustave Caillebotte. Read more

NyloBoard composite decking contains recycled carpet fiber instead of sawdust Read more

From a March 2013 discussion about business tools that are becoming obsolete Read more