November 2013 Table of Contents

Though it's impossible to seal every hole in an existing building to prevent air leaks, here's a procedure you can use to identify the worst leaks in order to tighten the home as cost-effectively as possible. Read more

Instead of cut stringers, remodeler Dave Holbrook used modular boxes to stack one tread and riser at a time. Read more

A guide to selecting and installing rigid foam on walls. Read more

Michael Byrne on grouting and cleaning slate and other textured tiles. Read more

They may or may not be required by code depending on the size of the column, but they're usually a good idea. Read more

Upgrading the trim on a vintage home such as this one gives an old doorway a new life. Read more

An introduction to the features of Evernote, a cloud-based application for storing, tagging, and retrieving text, images, audio, and other information on a computer or mobile device. Read more

You can say goodbye to typing with this contact management app from Evernote, with it excellent text recognition. Read more

When employees are paid different wage rates for different types of work, figuring overtime pay gets complicated. In this article, HR consultant Doug Delp explains employer options under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Read more

Attorney Patrick Barthet clarifies the requirements for filing a mechanic's lien based on a recent court case. Read more

While encapsulating the crawlspace has gained favor among builders of energy-efficient homes, what do you do about the air down there? Read more

A Saniswift gray-water pump makes it easier to add plumbing fixtures to rooms with no below-floor drainage. Read more

These side lites meet coastal code requirements and are able to withstand winds up to 195 mph. Read more

LineBacker Siding Insulation provides a thermal break and its parallel ridges serve as guides for the installation of horizontal siding planks. Read more

The Panorama Post supports topless glass guardrails at various angles. The powder-coated aluminum post comes in surface- and fascia-mount versions in eight standard and 180 custom colors. Read more

Zip Flash is simple to install: Run a bead of caulk down the back, then staple it to the jamb. It comes in 84- and 98-inch lengths and a standard door needs 2 1/2 flanges. Read more

Zip-Up Ceiling offers a quick way to finish a basement ceiling: Install trim around the perimeter, then infill with paintable PVC panels and hidden rails that can be unzipped later for cleaning and overhead access. Read more

Suitable for all exterior siding applications, this rainscreen technology creates a drainage and ventilation cavity between the weather resistant barrier and the exterior wall. Read more

Designed for use as exterior continuous insulation in rainscreen wall systems, Comfortboard CIS repels water but is breathable enough to allow outward wall drying. Read more

A closed-cell EPS bonded to high-density polyisocyanurate cover board, InsulFoam’s HD Composite has a UL Class-A fire rating. Read more

UL listed for use in damp locations, the Best WPD39M Series Range Hood is designed to be installed outdoors in a covered patio or lanai area. Read more

Old-growth timber lost during logging operations a century ago gets a new lease on life as interior millwork. Read more

The manufacturer claims you can reuse its Draftstop 812 polyurethane foam sealant up to 30 days after opening. Read more

If you prefer to wear a tool vest rather than a toolbelt, check out this vest from Blaklader. Read more

JLC contributor Bruce Greenlaw weighs up the pros and cons of this construction calculator. Read more

Is the amp-hour rating of cordless-tool batteries strictly a measure of their capacity, or do bigger batteries offer more runtime and more power than their compact counterparts? Read more

Using Flexo's braided PET yarn sleeves, which come in various sizes and colors, is handy for preventing hoses from snagging and damaging your work. Read more

From jackets to hoodies, there are now more options when it comes to staying warm on site. Read more

When a former munitions demonstration site and military training facility in Florida gets a new lease on life, complications arise for the area's residents. Read more

This thread from the JLC Forums starts with a question about what glues--other than contact cement--can be used in a tight spot behind cabinets to adhere a laminate backsplash. Read more

Don't ignore that green roof growth; it might be causing expensive damage not only to the shingles but also to the rest of the structure . Read more