Tiling a Walk-In Shower
In this series, Tom Meehan combines old and new materials and methods to build an accessible, attractive, watertight shower. Read more
JLC BUILDER GUIDE
Low-Slope Roofing Details That Work
Positive slope and easy drainage are keys to success Read more
Pinning a Foundation to Ledge
Maine carpenter Mark Pollard explains how he used rebar and epoxy to pin concrete piers to a rocky and sloping coastal site. Read more
Anchoring a Post to Old Concrete Steps
The final installation has to be strong enough to pass code. Read more
Shiplap Trim Done Right
Learn new tips and tricks for installing this versatile interior trim product. Read more
Installing a Composite-Railing Kit
With this two-part design, no mounting brackets or fasteners connecting the balusters to the rails were visible. Read more
Building a Worker-Centered Crew - Part 1
Read how a lead carpenter who mentors inexperienced crew members can play a key role in his company's success. Read more
Window Positioning in a Fat Wall
Learn about Flixo, an application that can be used to determine the optimum window placement in a wall assembly. Read more
Cordless Concrete Mixer
With cordless high torque and low-speed power, DeWalt’s 60V Max drill can drill big holes and mix up concrete with ease. Read more
Finely-Evolved ‘Whiskey Stick’
There's a lot of bang for the buck in Kapro's Condor series of levels, which come in 2-foot, 4-foot, and 6-foot versions. Read more
Biodegradable Gloves
Find out a veteran wood finisher's recommendation for a sturdy, inexpensive work glove that you can dispose of with a clean conscience. Read more
A Better Trim Demo Bar
Check out Dalluge's Japanese-inspired 24-inch trim demo bar; with both flat and claw-type prying surfaces, it's more versatile than a conventional flat bar. Read more
Shingling in Slo-Mo
JLC contributing editor Dave Holbrook bets that you've never shingled a house like this one. Read more
