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Colonial-era rainscreen?

ChuckB, senior editor | June 2nd, 20144 comments

During a rot repair job, I found an early attempt at a rainscreen wall.

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A Carpenter's Table

AndyEngel, senior editor | May 22nd, 20143 comments

Fast-forward video of timber-framing a dining table.

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Florida plumber puts trade skills to work in Haiti

DebSilber, design editor | May 13th, 2014

He’s plumbed luxury homes, commercial buildings and a water park; now Fred Schilling applies his wrench to bringing clean water to the people of Haiti.

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What Are the Best Affordable Home Security Systems?

FPR, contributor | May 7th, 20141 comment

For home security, the low-hanging fruit may be in your smartphone.

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How to Insulate an Exposed Floor

ScottG, contributing writer | May 6th, 2014

A homeowner in central New York discovers some condensation in the floor of an addition that is 5 ft. off the ground. He wonders about the source of the moisture, and what to do about it.

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How to Finish Drywall and Not Make a Total Mess

AndyEngel, senior editor | May 6th, 20145 comments

Skim-coating drywall and low-dust sanding

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How to Get the Best Custom Kitchen Cabinets

ScottG, contributing writer | May 1st, 2014

Thinking of hiring a local shop to build your cabinets? Here's how to determine whether you've found the right one.

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Mortgages for a Second House

DonBurgard, Copy editor | April 28th, 2014

Getting a loan for that weekend getaway house is possible, although you may find some requirements to be stiffer than for your primary home.

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Ten Great Home Improvement Resources

ChuckB, senior editor | April 25th, 2014

Sources for home improvement materials and information

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Flooring Materials and Supplies

AndyEngel, senior editor | April 23rd, 2014

Ramblings about an editor's experiences with flooring

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Home Propane Tanks -The Basics

JFink, Senior Editor | April 23rd, 20143 comments

Thinking of putting in a propane tank to fuel that new gas range or fireplace insert? Here's some basic info to get you started.

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Outdoor Copper Lighting

JFink, Senior Editor | April 23rd, 2014

These classic metal lighting fixtures can work with just about any style of home.

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Home and Garden Television

AndyEngel, senior editor | April 22nd, 2014

I've had a love-hate relationship with TV home shows ever since This Old House was the only choice. Back in those days, I was a contractor and felt the show didn't reflect the time and budget...

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