Layout for a Brick Staircase
John Carroll explains the 3D layout required for an elegant and solid set of entry steps. Read more
Installing an Exterior Door
John Spier explains why exterior doors are the most challenging of all of the penetrations in a home’s building envelope, and how to install them so they don't sag or leak. Read more
Installing Glass Tile With Mesh Backing
Tile pro Tom Meehan explains how to prevent the backing on transparent glass mosaic tile from showing through. Read more
Air-Sealing a Brick Wall
Make sure the wall is well-pointed, then apply your choice of material on the inside to stop air ingress while still allowing water-vapor transfer. Read more
Custom Trim for Deep Windows
Individually fabricated trims were required for the irregular window wells in this 230 year old farmhouse. Read more
Building Big Barn Doors
Built like scaled-up hollow-core doors, these extra large doors will stay flat and won't tear themselves off their hinges. Read more
Drywall Corner System
Finish off angles, archways, and corners with optimal strength and performance. Read more
Standing Cool
Instead of refrigerants, this portable unit uses water evaporation, ambient air, and a specialized evaporative medium. Read more
Safety in a Cage
Knaack calls it the industry’s first one-stop-shop for jobsite safety. It's certainly heavy duty. Read more
Safe Face
I’ve used it so many times for so many things, I forget the original reason I bought it. Read more
Tape It Up
Designed for boating but perfect for the jobsite, MyMedic Boat Medic includes a wide range of medical supplies. Read more
