High-Performance Crawlspace Foundations
A concrete slab improves the performance of an unvented crawlspace, but you still need to air-seal and insulate it right. Read more
Reroofing With Exposed-Fastener Metal Panels
How to install exposed-fastener metal roof panels over an existing asphalt shingle roof. Read more
Stair Rail Facelift
How Gary Striegler modernized a serviceable but dated railing with new site-built post sleeves, hand rails, and wood balusters. Read more
Selecting Caulks and Sealants
There are basically 5 different types; do you know the differences between them, and how to choose the best one for your application? Read more
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Rethinking Your Company's P&L
If you took on debt during the coronavirus outbreak, you may need to take a look at how you budget, price, and schedule jobs. Read more
A Builder's Guide to Wood Rot
What you need to know about what causes rot, the ultimate failure point in a wood-framed house. Read more
'Handy Formulas for Stick Framing Roofs'
Read our review of the new book by Will Holladay, the author of the classic "A Roof Framer's Secrets." Read more
A Working Professional's Personal AC Unit
It's been a hot summer. If you're working on a scorching roof or in an oven-like attic, a phase-change cooling vest will make the work more bearable. Read more
Real Deal Review: Milwaukee M18 FUEL Framing Nailer
Tim Uhler weighs in on Milwaukee's new 30-degree cordless framing nailer. Read more
A Pair of Tough Cordless Routers
Not just for trim work, DeWalt's DCW 600B and Milwaukee's M18 compact routers are great for cutting out door and window openings. Read more
Acrylic Urethane Paint Sealant
Dap says its Power Point 300 can be used on gaps up to 3 inches wide. Read more
LED Deck Underlighting
If you're installing a drainage system and ceiling under a deck, consider adding lighting. Read more
Novel Steel Railing System
DuraLife Concord steel rail kits come prewelded with brackets attached. Read more
Advanced Polymer Adhesive and Sealant
Cold out? Titebond's flexible PVC sealant can be installed down to 0°F. Read more
Double-Course Panel Siding
CertainTeed has introduced a new, "3G" version of its Double 7-inch Straight Edge Perfections wood-composite shingles. Read more
Reciprocating Saw Blades
L.S. Starrett’s 3X Power series includes bi-metal reciprocating saw blades for cutting wood, metal, multiple materials, and heavy-duty materials. Read more
Preassembled Aluminum Railing System
Deckorators ALX Contemporary railing panels offer a modern look. Read more
Single-Hand Skimming Blade
A thin, flexible, offset blade with radius corners makes this a handy drywall tool. Read more
