Mixed-Use Development

Charleston's "Lorelei" Redevelopment: A New Urbanist Vision Takes Shape

On a neglected brownfield, developers plan a vibrant downtown community. More

Welcome to Portland, Maine (No Vacancy)

The Portland Press-Herald takes a long, searching look at housing supply and affordability in Maine's largest city More

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Rammed-Earth Construction in the Modern Age

Rammed-earth walls used to be elementary. More

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Working With Setting Compounds

These versatile joint compounds are ideal for small jobs, quick repairs, and tough... More

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Modified vs. Unmodified Mortar With Kerdi Membranes

Q: When installing stone tiles over Schluter's Kerdi waterproofing membrane, is it okay to use modified thinset mortar? I know that Schluter recommends unmodified thinset mortar, but my supplier suggests that the large and heavy tiles will be easier to install with a polymer-modified no-sag mortar. More

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A New Look for Old Paneling

Skim-coating the walls with setting compound is easier than starting from scratch. More

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Is All Drywall Mud the Same?

Knowing the difference between taping, topping, and all-purpose drywall finishing... More

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Notebook

Fears of a housing "bubble," international code adoptions, smart wiring, recycling... More

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Notebook

Steel framing lagging behind wood, home warranty laws, the true cost of ceiling fans, pitfalls of building on unstable soil More

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