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Portable Miter-Saw Stands

A remodeler evaluates nine dedicated portable miter-saw stands for versatility,... More

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Problem-Solving Cabinets

Besides providing storage and organization, manufactured cabinets are enhancing... More

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Letters

Airtight homes, cash accounting, woodshop noise, drilling holes in I-joists, more More

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Letters

Cutting trusses, frost-protected posts, ERVs vs. HRVs, foil-faced foam, more More

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Ordering Ready-Mix Concrete

There’s more to concrete than water, cement, sand, and stone. An experienced batch plant manager talks about the admixtures that help you match the mix to the job. More

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Retrofitting a Skylight in a Truss Roof

A flared skylight well provides the best result, but you can't just slice through... More

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Legal Adviser: Keeping New Hires Legal

How to question an immigrant’s legal status More

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Toolbox: Wrenchless Routers and Grinders

Wrenchless routers and grinders More

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CO Leaks Causes & Cures

In today’s tighter houses, carbon monoxide leaks are potentially more deadly than ever. These three case studies show how careful detective work can uncover and eliminate common sources of CO contamination. More

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Jambs & Thresholds For Fat Walls

Extra-thick walls present a problem when it comes to installing prehung entry-door units. Here are some tested solutions, both stock and custom, that can help. More

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