May-June 2025 Table of Contents

Features
Working With Porcelain Pavers Outdoor Living Working With Porcelain Pavers

Ernest Mueller explains how he revitalized a patio with large-format porcelain stoneware paving Read more

Training the Trades
Q&A
On the Job
Railings for Waterproof Patios On the Job Railings for Waterproof Patios

Doug Horgan explains how to avoid water damage arising from poorly installed metal railings surrounding masonry patios. Read more

Business
Business Managing Sudden Price Hikes

Are you prepared to deal with unanticipated price increases so you don’t have to absorb a major financial hit? Read more

Energy
On Site With TimberHP Building Performance On Site With TimberHP

After working with blown-in and batt versions, Nathan Shirai gives his candid view on using this wood-fiber insulation. Read more

Tools of the Trade
Backfill
Products
Exterior Wood Stain Products Exterior Wood Stain

PPG touts single-coat application for its Flood Easy Seal oil-based finishes. Read more

Durable Masonry Screws Products Durable Masonry Screws

Confast 410 stainless steel hex head screws are designed for use in moist environments. Read more

Lightweight Fire-Resistant Drywall Products Lightweight Fire-Resistant Drywall

FireLite Type X Lightweight drywall panels are designed to resist fire for up to four hours. Read more

Low-Profile Aluminum Garage Door Products Low-Profile Aluminum Garage Door

As the door opens, sections stack on the wall above the opening, instead of riding on overhead tracks. Read more

In-Duct Air Purifier for HVAC Systems Products In-Duct Air Purifier for HVAC Systems

A UV-C lamp keeps the coil and ducts clean while improving indoor air quality. Read more

Versatile Fresh-Air-Supply Fan Versatile Fresh-Air-Supply Fan

Users can select temperature and humidity cutoff limits for the desired airflow. Read more

Quick-Drying Shower Products Quick-Drying Shower

Nozzles direct air into the shower area so surfaces dry faster. Read more

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