Other Materials

Slate-roofing contractor John Mahan demonstrates how he uses a portable brake to cut metal for drip-edge flashing   by John Mahan

Protect the subfloor from rot by directing errant water from leaks out and away from the building by Michael Keyes

Replace those clunky old 'draggers' or French doors with a smooth and quiet space saver by Michael Keyes

If vinyl’s final, you’d best get the details right. A veteran builder shows how to make it water-resistant and attractive. by Mike Guertin

Sliding or hinged, big panes or multilite, these glass doors should be built to withstand the elements as well as years of abuse by Charles Bickford

Arguably the best protection against wind and rain penetration, two-piece bronze can be finicky to install by Chris Norris

They're the largest and most visible moving parts of your house, but with all the options out there, don't leave the choice up to someone else by Roe A. Osborn

Whether vinyl, silicone or bronze, an airtight seal is your best defense against the weather by Gary M. Katz

Low-maintenance materials combine with traditional details in a light-filled addition by Didier Ayel

A three-piece threshold provides extra weather protection, especially in exposed locations by Gary M. Katz

Replacing glass in wooden frames is painless with the right tools and techniques by William T. Cox Jr.

Sometimes complex shapes and profiles are easier to make in plaster than in wood by Frank C. Freyvogel

by Tom Rose

by Felix Marti