Copyright (c) 2012 FineHomebuilding.com en-us Fine Homebuilding - "Digital Job Site" blog entries http://www.finehomebuilding.com/blog/digital-job-site Sat, 26 May 2012 14:02:46 -0500 Fine Homebuilding - "Digital Job Site" blog entries http://www.finehomebuilding.com/assets/images/cs_logo_sm.jpg http://www.finehomebuilding.com/blog/digital-job-site Tue, 27 Mar 2012 21:24:03 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/22543/model-and-measure-de-mystifying-hip-roof-framing-by-measuring-in-sketchup http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/22543/model-and-measure-de-mystifying-hip-roof-framing-by-measuring-in-sketchup Posted by TheTimberTailor
Measuring a modeled hip roof is a foolproof way to measure all the rafters for a complete hip roof. This third of 3 parts shows the process to obtain perfect measurements for rafter layout. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/22543/model-and-measure-de-mystifying-hip-roof-framing-by-measuring-in-sketchup Mon, 19 Mar 2012 21:19:10 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/22522/model-measure-hip-roof-framing-de-mystified-by-modeling-in-sketchup http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/22522/model-measure-hip-roof-framing-de-mystified-by-modeling-in-sketchup Posted by TheTimberTailor
Modeling hip roof framing components in the digital realm is comparable in complexity to cutting hip rafters on a jobsite. In either case, an understanding of roof geometry along with a handful of helpful hints makes for satisfying results. This tutorial will help de-mystify the process for modeling rafters with SketchUp ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/22522/model-measure-hip-roof-framing-de-mystified-by-modeling-in-sketchup Tue, 13 Mar 2012 10:36:36 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/22356/model-measure-part-one-hip-rafters-de-mystified-by-visualizing-in-sketchup http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/22356/model-measure-part-one-hip-rafters-de-mystified-by-visualizing-in-sketchup Posted by TheTimberTailor
Visualizing the relatively complex geometry of a hip rafter can be difficult. Visualizing a hip rafter in a 3D SketchUp model is easy and confirms the old adage "a picture is worth a thousand words". This blog post is an attempt to demystify hip rafter geometry by visualizing it with SketchUp's digital capabilities. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/22356/model-measure-part-one-hip-rafters-de-mystified-by-visualizing-in-sketchup Wed, 29 Feb 2012 22:04:44 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/22040/switch-up-to-sketchup-going-digital-with-design http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/22040/switch-up-to-sketchup-going-digital-with-design Posted by TheTimberTailor
If you want to take advantage of the many features offered by switching to a digital design format check out this tutorial for some insight into ways SketchUp can SpeedUp the process. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/22040/switch-up-to-sketchup-going-digital-with-design Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:36:26 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/21990/medallion-magic-design-and-layout-of-inlay-patterns http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/21990/medallion-magic-design-and-layout-of-inlay-patterns Posted by TheTimberTailor
With an infinite number of design possibilities for inlay designs, consider this method for working through the planning process. Take advantage of the Rotate Tool at the Digital Jobsite to layout any configuration that comes to mind ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/21990/medallion-magic-design-and-layout-of-inlay-patterns Sat, 04 Feb 2012 01:28:55 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/21805/mud-math-figuring-concrete-volume-with-sketchup http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/21805/mud-math-figuring-concrete-volume-with-sketchup Posted by TheTimberTailor
When figuring concrete for bidding or pouring it's important to get a reliable volume amount. Use SketchUp to do your "mud math" for confident results when you call for that big white truck... ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/21805/mud-math-figuring-concrete-volume-with-sketchup Thu, 26 Jan 2012 01:52:36 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/21701/how-to-calculate-rafters-for-intersecting-roof-planes-the-easy-way http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/21701/how-to-calculate-rafters-for-intersecting-roof-planes-the-easy-way Posted by TheTimberTailor
Using SketchUp as a visual calculator can simplify rafter layout for intersecting roof planes. While common rafter layout is fairly quick and straightforward using a framing square and construction calculator watch this video to see how easy it is to layout a non-typical rafter. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/21701/how-to-calculate-rafters-for-intersecting-roof-planes-the-easy-way Wed, 18 Jan 2012 01:20:47 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/21625/locate-your-building-on-a-plot-plan-with-sketchup http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/21625/locate-your-building-on-a-plot-plan-with-sketchup Posted by TheTimberTailor
With the challenges of setbacks, easements, drainage planning, and other code compliance issues, it's important to get the location for a structure properly on the lot. Google's free 3-D modeling software has some features that make drawing a plot plan a snap. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/21625/locate-your-building-on-a-plot-plan-with-sketchup Mon, 02 Jan 2012 15:17:12 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/21512/simplify-rafter-pattern-layout-math-with-google-sketchup http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/21512/simplify-rafter-pattern-layout-math-with-google-sketchup Posted by TheTimberTailor
SketchUp can be a useful option for layout and planning for cutting rafters. Check out this process for doing the math and see if it fits into your "bag-o-tricks" for carpentry or design projects. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/21512/simplify-rafter-pattern-layout-math-with-google-sketchup Thu, 15 Dec 2011 13:10:00 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20329/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-velux-skylight-planner http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20329/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-velux-skylight-planner Posted by AARONLUBECK
Clients love skylights. Now you can show them what one would look like in their living room. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20329/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-velux-skylight-planner Tue, 01 Nov 2011 13:00:00 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20324/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-photo-measures http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20324/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-photo-measures Posted by AARONLUBECK
A app that overlays manual measurements over photos. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20324/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-photo-measures Tue, 01 Nov 2011 12:55:00 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20318/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-gasbuddy http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20318/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-gasbuddy Posted by AARONLUBECK
A good app for the contractor who drives a lot and is looking to save few bucks. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20318/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-gasbuddy Sat, 15 Oct 2011 12:55:00 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20312/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-cost-vs-value http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20312/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-cost-vs-value Posted by AARONLUBECK
A unique app that shows baseline pricing based on project type, level of finish, and region. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20312/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-cost-vs-value Fri, 30 Sep 2011 04:25:00 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20307/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-iconfirm http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20307/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-iconfirm Posted by AARONLUBECK
Paperless and real-time change orders. iConfirm showcases a business process of the future, making it usable today. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20307/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-iconfirm Fri, 09 Sep 2011 12:28:19 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20301/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-home-depot http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20301/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-home-depot Posted by AARONLUBECK
A surprisingly robust application, complements of a big box store ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20301/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-home-depot Fri, 09 Sep 2011 12:16:41 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20295/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-tsheets-time-tracker-with-gps-support http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20295/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-tsheets-time-tracker-with-gps-support Posted by AARONLUBECK
Finally, a robust app to track employees' time and location. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20295/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-tsheets-time-tracker-with-gps-support Wed, 07 Sep 2011 21:10:11 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/17356/how-to-use-sketchups-photo-match-feature-to-efficiently-design-remodeling-projects http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/17356/how-to-use-sketchups-photo-match-feature-to-efficiently-design-remodeling-projects Posted by TheTimberTailor
See how importing digital photos into SketchUp can jump-start the design process and aid bidding and selling your next built-in cabinet project. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/17356/how-to-use-sketchups-photo-match-feature-to-efficiently-design-remodeling-projects Mon, 01 Aug 2011 10:10:00 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/17632/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-simple-loan-calculator http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/17632/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-simple-loan-calculator Posted by AARONLUBECK
iTunes: Enter the values and this calculator will figure the payment. The loan can be a mortgage car loan, or any other simple amortization over a fixed time with fixed monthly payments. Also, if you want to know how much you can afford, simply go to the affordable loan interface and enter the monthly payment, interest and number of years, the result will be the total affordable loan amount. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/17632/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-simple-loan-calculator Fri, 15 Jul 2011 09:50:00 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/17625/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-notes http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/17625/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-notes Posted by AARONLUBECK
Notes comes as a standard app on the iPhone. Its simplicity makes it extremely useful ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/17625/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-notes Fri, 01 Jul 2011 09:35:00 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/17621/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-my-recycle-list http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/17621/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-my-recycle-list Posted by AARONLUBECK
iTunes: Quickly find recycling locations nearby that accept items you pick from a list. This free app lets you organize locations by adding them to your Recycle List. We've taken the pain out of recycling by making it straight forward to find recyclers with the least amount of trips. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/17621/smart-phone-apps-for-builders-my-recycle-list