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Better Respiratory Protection on the Jobsite
With the rapidly-spreading Omicron BA.5 subvariant in mind, here's a roundup of the equipment that can protect you against airborne contaminants on the jobsite. Read more
A Versatile Fluid-Applied Roofing Solution
An alternative to EPDM and other single-ply roof membranes, Acrylabs is a paint-like coating that can solve tricky flashing details. Read more
Surgical Demolition
Patience and precision are required to take woodwork apart without destroying it. Read more
Q&A
Cutting Acute Compound Bevels
How to cut acute compound bevels for irregular hip or valley rafters when their angles exceed the capacity of your circular saw. Read more
Latent Heat, Sensible Heat, and Cooling Loads
How does latent heat differ from sensible heat, and how does it affect the design of HVAC systems? Read more
Log Cabin Envelope Makeover
How a New England contractor replaced a deteriorating log exterior with a new, energy-efficient wall system, working from the inside out. Read more
On the Job
Making Open-Joint Siding Work
Michael Anschel has a practical recipe for an innovative 100+-year exterior cladding solution. Read more
How Do You Know You're Making Money?
Here are a couple of tips that will make it easier to manage your books and track your profits. Read more
Tracing Air Leaks With a Blower Door
A pair of home-performance experts show how to use a fog machine to do a pre-drywall inspection for air leaks. Read more
Tools of the Trade
Real Deal Review: DeWalt 20V Max 15-degree Coil Roofing Nailer
With no compressor or hoses to worry about, this roofing nailer is perfect for smaller jobs and difficult sites. Read more
Real Deal Review: Rebar Tying Guns
Watch Tim Uhler make short work of this time-consuming - but essential - task in his review of new rebar tying guns from MAX and Makita. Read more
A Versatile Drill
To get into tight spaces, the Bosch Flexiclick 5-in-1 Drill/Driver includes right-angle and offset chucks. Read more
‘The Poetics of Space’
An exploration of the space inside a home; it's not just an emptiness, but a substance that gives meaning and value to architectural form. Read more