This step-by-step procedure for laying out rake walls simplifies cutting and framing. More
Biscuit joiners are useful for making tight, flush miters, attaching windowsills and jamb extensions, and building cabinets on site. This hands-on comparison will help you choose the one that’s right for you. More
Using PT plywood as subflooring, dust-free drywall finish-ing, quick drywall takeoff More
Q: In the search for a bounce-free floor, does either solid blocking or cross-bridging do anything to reduce the vibration caused by foot traffic? I haven’t been able to sense a difference between blocked or bridged floors and those without blocking or bridging. Consequently, I haven’t used either technique on my floor systems for several years. More
Leaks in buried copper, positive placement nailing system, employee vs. sub, spec building More
Here’s a simple method for figuring the rafter runs on a lopsided gable — where each side of the roof has a different pitch. More
