Q: I have talked to eight different concrete subcontractors, and four have claimed that concrete expands as it sets and four claim that it shrinks. Which is correct? More
Knotty grades are a lot less expensive than clear, but they are also less forgiving. More
Ever wonder how some building practices fare over time? A home inspector reports back on ten areas where cutting corners leads to trouble. More
An expert tilesetter describes step-by-step how to get top performance from today’s grouts, including the new epoxy grouts. More
Plastic water-supply piping promises ease and economy, but it has been plagued by leaks and lawsuits. Now better materials and instructions offer new hope. We examine the problems and prognosis. More
Plastic water-supply piping promises ease and economy, but it has been plagued by leaks and lawsuits. Now better materials and instructions offer new hope. We examine the problems and prognosis. More
