Chuck Green

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10 Things to Do at IBS

How to make the most of your visit to Las Vegas for the 2010 International Builders Show. More

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Field supervisor turns to filmmaking

A second look at Chuck Green More

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Tube steel baluster for double support

I was challenged as a finish subcontractor on a large remodeling project with building a staircase handrail for a stair with a 180-degree turn at a midpoint landing. Builder Barry Miller came up with a great solution: Make the first baluster into a secret steel newel. More

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Detail: A Hidden Newel Post

The architect specced a switchback stair rail with no newel post at the landing — a visually pleasing but structurally weak design. Here’s how the builder provided support without changing the designer’s intent. More

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Solid Surface Update

This premium countertop material continues to be difficult to obtain and install without factory training. A Massachusetts remodeler sorts through the confusing array of products and takes a look at the installer certification process. More

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Getting Burned by a Client: Lessons Learned.

There will always be homeowners who are out to take advantage of unwary builders. These tales of woe may help you see them coming and minimize the harm. More

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Builder's Library: Collected Wisdom

Tricks from a veteran carpenter More

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New England Update
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New England Update
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Toolbox: Custom Hot Rod Table Saw

Contractor table saw upgrade kit More

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