Weather Barrier Update: Good, Better, and Best
Choose the right WRB and use it with a rainscreen. Read more
Smoothing attic cellulose; fire-rated steel- and wood-framed walls; required offset for wood roof shingles; more Read more
Q&A
Sizing Up Window Flashing Tape
Who determines the width of the SAF tape needed to flash window openings - the window or tape manufacturer, or your building inspector? Read more
Q&A
Painting Sequence for Room Interiors
Always do the baseboard last and take care to cut in tight, straight lines. Read more
On the Job
Repairing and Replacing Sheet Siding
Minor cracks can be caulked and repainted, but sometimes the best solution is to remove old panels and replace them with new ones, taking care not to repeat mistakes made by the previous installer. Read more
Business
Improving Sales With Effective Questioning
Establishing credibility and trust while narrowing down the project's budget is the key to closing more sales. Read more
Business
There's More Than One Kind of Overhead
To price jobs right, you need to get overhead right first. Read more
Energy
Working With Thick Layers of Exterior Insulation
JLC editor Clayton DeKorne reviews the latest Department of Energy guidelines on using rigid foam insulation. Read more
Laticrete Plasma Grout Resists Mildew and Color Change
New formulation stabilizes the color and moisture resistance for improved performance Read more
Pentair Virtual Water Assistant Helps You Mind Your Sump Pump
Homeowners and their plumbers can receive alerts when the home's water management system needs attention Read more
StoneBreaker MasterSmith Gloves Have Features You'll Want to Wear
A tight fit, flexibility, and plenty of protection make these gloves a help on the jobsite, not a hinderance Read more
LJ Smith IronPro Baluster Kit Makes Iron Retrofits Easy
Specially designed hardware lets installers switch out wood balusters in favor of iron without removing the handrail Read more
Gerber Adds One-Piece Toilet to Wicker Park Suite
The sleek one-piece design complements the collection's architectural style Read more
New functionality comes at an attractive price point that makes outfitting a closet easier Read more
Simpson Door Expands Availability of WaterBarrier Protection
Layers of weather protection can now be added to virtually any exterior door the company offers Read more
WaterFurnace Debuts Symphony Web-Enabled Home Comfort Platform
Adjust settings, view alerts, and monitor energy usage of your geothermal system from a tablet or smartphone Read more
HP Technology Shingles Help Roofers Save Money and Time
Fewer shingles per roof means fewer fasteners too, and less time per job Read more
Butler Mobility Dumbwaiter Offers Universal Design Solution
Dumbwaiters provide a smart solution to the challenge of bringing loads up and down stairs in universal design homes. Read more
Franke Stainless Steel Faucet Series Helps Save Water
From prep faucets to pot fillers, the Steel Series brings style, functionality, and affordability together Read more
Toolbox
Brushless Cordless Angle Grinder
Can the Makita 18-volt XAG03 Angle Grinder truly replace a corded grinder on the jobsite? Read more
Toolbox
Senco 21-Gauge Pinner
The new FinishPro 21LXP fires slight-head pins from 5/8 inch to 2 inches long and has a lock-out mechanism to prevent dry-firing. Read more
Versatile Inline Demo Hammer
The inline design and 25-pound weight of the Bosch DH1020VC are ideal for a variety of vertical and horizontal applications. Read more
Backfill
Lively Live-Edge Floor
The irregular edges of black walnut planks form a stunning pattern on this floor and stair. Read more
