Windows

A professional roofer demonstrates ways to use a stationary brake by John Mahan

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

Framing exterior openings precisely will make installing the windows and doors a breeze by John Spier

These ten solutions will help you deal with impossible openings by Deb Barrett

Top 10 blunders that rot your house, waste your money, and make you sick by Joseph Lstiburek

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

Cut the holes for doors, windows, and electrical boxes fast and accurately by Pat Carrasco

A little planning along with a thoughtful selection of fittings and fixtures can make all the difference by David Edrington

Building paper and adhesive-backed bituminous tape are vital ingredients in protecting a building from water damage by James R. Larson

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

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

by Todd S. Pettinger

An alternative to wood trim around doors, windows and skylights by Dennis Darrah

by M. Felix Marti