Copyright (c) 2013 FineHomebuilding.com en-us Fine Homebuilding - Matt Risinger's posts http://www.finehomebuilding.com/profile/Matt Risinger Tue, 21 May 2013 13:27:10 -0500 Fine Homebuilding - Matt Risinger's posts http://www.finehomebuilding.com/assets/images/cs_logo_sm.jpg http://www.finehomebuilding.com/profile/Matt Risinger Tue, 14 May 2013 13:24:40 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/29059/the-lexus-hvac-system-variable-refrigerant-flow-technology http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/29059/the-lexus-hvac-system-variable-refrigerant-flow-technology Posted by Matt Risinger
Air Conditioners are sized for the Hottest day of the year. This results in rather uncomfortable AC about 70% of the time, as well as electric bills that are needlessly high. Enter Variable Refrigerant Flow Technology. This allows your AC to run at any capacity from 15% up to 100%. Join me for a system overview ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/29059/the-lexus-hvac-system-variable-refrigerant-flow-technology Fri, 03 May 2013 16:26:17 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/28905/southern-hvac-best-practice-videos http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/28905/southern-hvac-best-practice-videos Posted by Matt Risinger
This is my collection of my 9 best HVAC related videos. Most will be relevant no matter your climate but many speak specifically to best practice for the Southern US. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/28905/southern-hvac-best-practice-videos Tue, 16 Apr 2013 15:22:27 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/28603/ventilation-strategies-for-houses-in-the-hot-humid-south-goodbetterbest http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/28603/ventilation-strategies-for-houses-in-the-hot-humid-south-goodbetterbest Posted by Matt Risinger
Build tight, ventilate right. I learned that from building science guru Mark LaLiberte. But what is the right way to ventilate a house in Texas (or anywhere in the hot/humid South)? I'll give you my recommendations for three strategies. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/28603/ventilation-strategies-for-houses-in-the-hot-humid-south-goodbetterbest Fri, 05 Apr 2013 15:07:27 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/28465/indoor-air-quality-and-ventilation-for-homes-in-hot-humid-climates http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/28465/indoor-air-quality-and-ventilation-for-homes-in-hot-humid-climates Posted by Matt Risinger
The weather in the Southern United States poses a unique challenge to the issues of ventilation and indoor-air quality. Here are my opinions and suggestions on how to address these issues if you are building or remodeling in the South. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/28465/indoor-air-quality-and-ventilation-for-homes-in-hot-humid-climates Fri, 29 Mar 2013 16:16:14 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/28354/nest-review-builder-perspective http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/28354/nest-review-builder-perspective Posted by Matt Risinger
The Nest thermostat has a ton of buzz, but is it worth the price? In this review you'll hear my perspective as a builder. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/28354/nest-review-builder-perspective Wed, 06 Mar 2013 16:45:50 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/28178/best-practices-methods-for-installing-brick-or-stone-veneer http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/28178/best-practices-methods-for-installing-brick-or-stone-veneer Posted by Matt Risinger
Brick is a wonderful building veneer and is the original "Rain Screen" method of separating your cladding from your building with an air gap. Rock on the other hand is often devoid of that air gap here in the South and can lead to building failures. In this post I'll show you a Best Practice Rock veneer approach with a vented air gap. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/28178/best-practices-methods-for-installing-brick-or-stone-veneer Sat, 23 Feb 2013 17:06:30 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/28104/high-performance-homes-dos-donts-mark-laliberte-seminar-notes http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/28104/high-performance-homes-dos-donts-mark-laliberte-seminar-notes Posted by Matt Risinger
Mark LaLiberte is an amazing building-science teacher. Read my blogging notes from his seminar titled "Building High-Performance Homes Dos & Don'ts," which I attended in Austin, Texas. Remember that this is focused on Texas construction, but there is plenty to learn here for anyone in the U.S. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/28104/high-performance-homes-dos-donts-mark-laliberte-seminar-notes Mon, 18 Feb 2013 14:12:16 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/27917/kohlers-new-musical-shower-head http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/27917/kohlers-new-musical-shower-head Posted by Matt Risinger
I attended a builder luncheon the other day and was blown away by this cool new shower head called the Kohler Moxie. It has a magnetic bluetooth speaker that magnet holds into a standard shower head. The sound was fantastic and I love the idea. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/27917/kohlers-new-musical-shower-head Thu, 14 Feb 2013 22:43:18 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/27598/modern-hardie-siding-details-w-exterior-rigid-foam http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/27598/modern-hardie-siding-details-w-exterior-rigid-foam Posted by Matt Risinger
In this video I'll show you some modern hardie siding details we used to overcome the issues encountered with exterior rigid foam installation. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/27598/modern-hardie-siding-details-w-exterior-rigid-foam Tue, 05 Feb 2013 12:28:04 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/27129/drying-wet-framing-lumber http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/27129/drying-wet-framing-lumber Posted by Matt Risinger
It's not unusual for a house to get wet during construction before it's "dried in". In this post I'll share some techniques I've used to dry my houses prior to sheetrock. This is a follow up to my last post about using a Moisture Meter. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/27129/drying-wet-framing-lumber Wed, 23 Jan 2013 16:59:21 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/26842/what-happens-if-your-framing-gets-rained-on-learn-to-use-a-moisture-meter http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/26842/what-happens-if-your-framing-gets-rained-on-learn-to-use-a-moisture-meter Posted by Matt Risinger
Rain during framing is hard to avoid, so how do you know the house is dry enough to move ahead with construction? We've all experienced "settlement" cracks in new houses. While cracks and gaps may not be completely avoidable, checking your framing with a moisture meter will te you if the house is "dry" and ready for insulation and drywall. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/26842/what-happens-if-your-framing-gets-rained-on-learn-to-use-a-moisture-meter Fri, 18 Jan 2013 12:49:24 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/26779/hidden-doors-secret-rooms-and-the-hardware-that-makes-it-possible http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/26779/hidden-doors-secret-rooms-and-the-hardware-that-makes-it-possible Posted by Matt Risinger
Everyone loves a house with hidden door or secret rooms, but these are tricky details to pull off successfully. Here are a few of my recent projects with hidden doors and my favorite hardware to accomplish these works of craftsmanship. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/26779/hidden-doors-secret-rooms-and-the-hardware-that-makes-it-possible Tue, 01 Jan 2013 00:26:22 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/26331/insulating-an-advanced-framed-house-a-hybrid-approach http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/26331/insulating-an-advanced-framed-house-a-hybrid-approach Posted by Matt Risinger
Insulation advertisements would lead you to believe there products are perfect for every situation. In fact a hybrid approach is more likely to yield the high performance home I'm after. See this video to see how I used three types of insulation on this new Advanced Framed House I'm building in Austin Texas. -Matt Risinger ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/26331/insulating-an-advanced-framed-house-a-hybrid-approach Wed, 19 Dec 2012 16:41:26 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/26226/bargain-erv-for-hot-climates-panasonics-whisper-comfort-review http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/26226/bargain-erv-for-hot-climates-panasonics-whisper-comfort-review Posted by Matt Risinger
In our Hot Humid Texas climate an ERV does a great job of bringing in Fresh Air but rejecting the humidity (Energy) that typically comes with that air. Panasonic's bargain priced ERV is a great choice for fresh air in our climate. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/26226/bargain-erv-for-hot-climates-panasonics-whisper-comfort-review Tue, 11 Dec 2012 21:54:38 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/26148/advanced-vs-traditional-framing http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/26148/advanced-vs-traditional-framing Posted by Matt Risinger
Advanced Framing isn't all that difficult and the benefits can be tremendous. In this video I'll show you a traditionally framed house and compare that to an Advanced Framed house. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/26148/advanced-vs-traditional-framing Wed, 21 Nov 2012 14:30:23 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25878/3-reasons-to-choose-spray-foam-insulation-for-a-remodel http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25878/3-reasons-to-choose-spray-foam-insulation-for-a-remodel Posted by Matt Risinger
Remodeling presents special challenges for the insulation choices. In this 1 minute video I'll show you the three reason's I almost always choose spray foam insulation for my remodel projects. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25878/3-reasons-to-choose-spray-foam-insulation-for-a-remodel Tue, 13 Nov 2012 15:38:25 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25792/texas-deep-energy-retrofit-remodel http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25792/texas-deep-energy-retrofit-remodel Posted by Matt Risinger
When you hear about a deep energy retrofit project most people think of the snowy North Eastern US. I can tell you that the strategy for a Northern remodel with energy efficiency in mind is very different that our strategy for Hot/Humid Texas. In this video I'll show you 6 things we are doing to making a dramatic difference in this 1950's slab on grade house's energy bills. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25792/texas-deep-energy-retrofit-remodel Mon, 05 Nov 2012 14:42:47 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25672/flashing-a-recessed-window-using-liquid-tyvek http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25672/flashing-a-recessed-window-using-liquid-tyvek Posted by Matt Risinger
Flashing a recessed window is tricky, this new product from DuPont Tyvek called Fluid Applied (Liquid Tyvek!) makes the process much simpler. In this jobsite video we will take you through the steps to form a water tight, air tight, and vapor permeable window install. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25672/flashing-a-recessed-window-using-liquid-tyvek Wed, 17 Oct 2012 15:57:34 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25486/hot-water-without-wasting-cold-metlund-dmand-pump http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25486/hot-water-without-wasting-cold-metlund-dmand-pump Posted by Matt Risinger
How long does it take for your faucet to get hot water? As you wait for that hot water a typical faucet might dump 1-2 gallons of water down the drain. The solution for this problem is a smart circulation pump. Metlund makes a great system to deliver how water to your faucets without waste. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25486/hot-water-without-wasting-cold-metlund-dmand-pump Thu, 04 Oct 2012 14:43:50 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25349/how-to-work-with-timberstrand-headers http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25349/how-to-work-with-timberstrand-headers Posted by Matt Risinger
Window & door headers are typically a large source of thermal bridging. In this video I'll show you how to frame with TimberStrand engineered headers and easily achieve a well-insulated & very strong header. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25349/how-to-work-with-timberstrand-headers Fri, 14 Sep 2012 14:02:53 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25229/how-to-prevent-termite-infestion-using-stainless-steel http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25229/how-to-prevent-termite-infestion-using-stainless-steel Posted by Matt Risinger
Stainless Steel, what builder doesn't love using SS? Check out this video on how to use SS Termite Barriers for a lifetime of protection for Slab Foundations. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25229/how-to-prevent-termite-infestion-using-stainless-steel Tue, 04 Sep 2012 15:48:04 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25187/i-cant-install-this-poka-yoke-on-the-job-site http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25187/i-cant-install-this-poka-yoke-on-the-job-site Posted by Matt Risinger
How do you prevent job site mistakes? The Japanese Management Technique of Poka-Yoke of course! See how I use this principle on my jobs to ensure we don't cover up a mistake that could cause problems years down the line. -Matt Risinger ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25187/i-cant-install-this-poka-yoke-on-the-job-site Mon, 20 Aug 2012 15:31:16 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25094/building-a-modern-craftsman-staircase http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25094/building-a-modern-craftsman-staircase Posted by Matt Risinger
Building an exposed stringer staircase with reclaimed Long Leaf Pine is the job for a Master Carpenter. See my carpenter Darryl build this modern detailed staircase in a 1920's house my company remodeled. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25094/building-a-modern-craftsman-staircase Tue, 07 Aug 2012 10:29:49 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25035/douglas-fir-stained-siding-how-to-details-for-enduring-beauty http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25035/douglas-fir-stained-siding-how-to-details-for-enduring-beauty Posted by Matt Risinger
I was back to do a one year service call on this guest house my company built a year ago, and I was struck by the beauty of the Doug Fir Siding. It looked as good as the day we installed it. In this video I'll tell you the How To tips to ensure your wood stained siding has beauty that endures. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/25035/douglas-fir-stained-siding-how-to-details-for-enduring-beauty Fri, 13 Jul 2012 14:02:16 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/24359/cheap-tricks-for-soundproofing http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/24359/cheap-tricks-for-soundproofing Posted by Matt Risinger
Soundproofing can be a very expensive addition to the price of construction, but there are some cheap tricks that will make a huge difference for not much cost. In this video I'll review 5/8" vs 1/2" drywall, the use of QuietPutty pads over outlets, double sheetrock, and Cast Iron drain pipes. These solutions can be much less expensive than using soundproofing drywall everywhere, but still make a tremendous difference towards achieving a quiet/peaceful house. -Matt Risinger ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/24359/cheap-tricks-for-soundproofing Thu, 28 Jun 2012 07:23:15 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/23991/wood-siding-best-practice-installation-method http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/23991/wood-siding-best-practice-installation-method Posted by Matt Risinger
You don't see much real wood siding on houses anymore, but wood can be a durable (and beautiful) option if we take the care to install it correctly. In this video I'll show you the tricks to a wood siding installation that will set you up for decades of beauty for your home. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/23991/wood-siding-best-practice-installation-method Fri, 18 May 2012 11:19:17 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/23584/smart-design-advice-for-hot-humid-climates-ie-the-south http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/23584/smart-design-advice-for-hot-humid-climates-ie-the-south Posted by Matt Risinger
Architect Peter Pfeiffer talks about how to utilize smart design for a house in a hot climate zone. His green building advice is practical and following his advice will result in a house that's well designed for the rigors of a hot climate. If you want a comfortable, efficient, durable house and you live in the South then this video will give you tons to think about. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/23584/smart-design-advice-for-hot-humid-climates-ie-the-south Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:25:16 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/23334/hvac-ducting-rigid-metal-vs-flex http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/23334/hvac-ducting-rigid-metal-vs-flex Posted by Matt Risinger
In our Texas climate a well installed HVAC system is a must for a new home. I'm surprised by how few builders are using Rigid Metal ducting anymore. Come see how my crew uses both Rigid Metal & Flex for great air distribution in the homes I build. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/23334/hvac-ducting-rigid-metal-vs-flex Fri, 30 Mar 2012 14:24:51 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/22836/building-wood-windows-on-the-job-site http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/22836/building-wood-windows-on-the-job-site Posted by Matt Risinger
Nothing says Fine Craftsmanship like a site built wood window. In this video see how my carpentry crew build 5 large windows from Oak, African Mahogany, & Poplar. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/22836/building-wood-windows-on-the-job-site Fri, 09 Mar 2012 14:19:28 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/22453/installing-commercial-windows-in-a-residence-best-practice http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/22453/installing-commercial-windows-in-a-residence-best-practice Posted by Matt Risinger
I love the look of Modern Architecture, but these modern details involving no overhangs & commercial windows require a lot of fore thought on the part of the builder. In this video I'll show you the Best Practice Install for Commercial Windows in Residential Construction. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/22453/installing-commercial-windows-in-a-residence-best-practice Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:56:23 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/22122/pier-beam-vs-slab-foundations http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/22122/pier-beam-vs-slab-foundations Posted by Matt Risinger
In the South there are two main foundation types. Concrete Piers with Wooden beams that elevate the house above the ground, and concrete slab foundations that sit on the ground. In this video I'm discussion the merits of these two options with Building Science expert Mark LaLiberte. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/22122/pier-beam-vs-slab-foundations Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:25:36 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/21945/using-pivot-hinges-for-a-master-bedroom-closet http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/21945/using-pivot-hinges-for-a-master-bedroom-closet Posted by Matt Risinger
Pivot hinges make a bold statement in these floor to ceiling veneered closet doors, see how we used them in the Master Bedroom of a 60's remodeled house. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/21945/using-pivot-hinges-for-a-master-bedroom-closet Sat, 03 Dec 2011 16:35:05 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/21238/maintaining-flushing-a-tankless-water-heater http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/21238/maintaining-flushing-a-tankless-water-heater Posted by Matt Risinger
Tankless water heaters need an annual service to get the maximum life out of your unit. This is a simple process of de-scaling using vinegar and cleaning your in-line filter. This video will show you how to do it. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/21238/maintaining-flushing-a-tankless-water-heater Mon, 31 Oct 2011 09:19:48 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20828/best-attic-for-hothumid-climates http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20828/best-attic-for-hothumid-climates Posted by Matt Risinger
Most houses in Hot/Humid climates don't have basements so that means that most ductwork in Southern house runs through super hot attic spaces. In this video I'll show you a rather civilized attic space that really makes for a comfortable & efficient house! ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20828/best-attic-for-hothumid-climates Mon, 17 Oct 2011 11:44:58 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20669/how-to-prevent-termites-pretreat-without-harsh-chemicals http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20669/how-to-prevent-termites-pretreat-without-harsh-chemicals Posted by Matt Risinger
The old school way to prevent termites from eating your house was to dump noxious chemicals on the ground around your house. The green way to do it is to use a borate treatment on your framing lumber. In this video I'll show you the right way to prevent infestations. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20669/how-to-prevent-termites-pretreat-without-harsh-chemicals Tue, 20 Sep 2011 08:26:00 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20416/window-flashing-new-construction-best-practice-tyvek-method http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20416/window-flashing-new-construction-best-practice-tyvek-method Posted by Matt Risinger
In this video you'll see my carpenters setting an Andersen 100 series window utilizing DuPont Tyvek products. I consider this the best practice method for setting a window in new construction. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/20416/window-flashing-new-construction-best-practice-tyvek-method Tue, 19 Apr 2011 13:15:16 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/16700/how-to-soundproof-a-bedroom-using-green-glue-double-sheetrock http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/16700/how-to-soundproof-a-bedroom-using-green-glue-double-sheetrock Posted by Matt Risinger
Almost every project I build has some sound proofing needed. Media Rooms, Master Bedrooms, Meditation Rooms, Home offices... these can all benefit from some careful planning & sound abatement techniques. In this video I'll show you how we used Green Glue between two layers of 5/8" drywall to provide soundproofing between a Master Bedroom and an adjacent kids bedroom. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/16700/how-to-soundproof-a-bedroom-using-green-glue-double-sheetrock Thu, 24 Mar 2011 10:48:18 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/16361/air-sealing-with-owens-cornings-new-energy-complete-system http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/16361/air-sealing-with-owens-cornings-new-energy-complete-system Posted by Matt Risinger
I'm a huge believer in Spray Foam for air sealing, but foam will only air seal the cavity that it's sprayed into. Here's where Owens Corning's new Energy Complete has a leg up on Foam. In this video you'll see how their system does an excellent job of air sealing so that their total-fill fiberglass system doesn't have any air flow issues to deal with. -Matt Risinger ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/16361/air-sealing-with-owens-cornings-new-energy-complete-system Mon, 14 Mar 2011 07:54:44 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/16226/how-to-soundproof-a-wall-separating-a-bedroom-from-a-family-room http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/16226/how-to-soundproof-a-wall-separating-a-bedroom-from-a-family-room Posted by Matt Risinger
In this video you'll learn some easy techniques for Soundproofing a bedroom from a noisy Family Room next door. We're using Quietrock which is a specialized drywall made for reducing noise transmission along with Hilti Putty Pads for air sealing outlets and Acoustical Sealant. These simple techniques make for a very quiet bedroom. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/16226/how-to-soundproof-a-wall-separating-a-bedroom-from-a-family-room Mon, 07 Feb 2011 12:20:15 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/15880/stealth-door-with-heavy-duty-hidden-hinges http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/15880/stealth-door-with-heavy-duty-hidden-hinges Posted by Matt Risinger
Have you ever picked up a piece of nice hardware and smiled? If so, then you're an official hardware geek like me! Check out this amazing Hidden Hinge from Sugatsune we used in a door install we like to call our "James Bond" door. -Matt Risinger ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/15880/stealth-door-with-heavy-duty-hidden-hinges Fri, 28 Jan 2011 16:16:12 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/15786/flashing-for-hose-bibs-quickflash-review http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/15786/flashing-for-hose-bibs-quickflash-review Posted by Matt Risinger
We as builders are so diligent about using flashing boots on our roofs but when it comes to wall penetrations we're so lax about holes! In this video we'll show you how we use QuickFlash boots to correctly seal the water out of our walls. -Matt Risinger ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/15786/flashing-for-hose-bibs-quickflash-review Fri, 21 Jan 2011 09:43:23 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/15427/radiant-barriers-for-exterior-walls http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/15427/radiant-barriers-for-exterior-walls Matt Risinger
You always hear about radiant barriers for roofs but why not treat your walls the same way? In this video you'll see how we're using a foil facing on our South & West facing unshaded masonry walls. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/15427/radiant-barriers-for-exterior-walls Sat, 20 Nov 2010 09:30:26 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/14482/framing-super-straight-walls-with-lsl-studs http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/14482/framing-super-straight-walls-with-lsl-studs Matt Risinger
No one will notice if you frame your houses with straight walls, but your clients will definitely notice if they are wavy. This LSL stud makes a super straight wall for your kitchens, baths, and tall walls. They are more expensive than pine or fir studs but there is no cull and you will eliminate surprises. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/14482/framing-super-straight-walls-with-lsl-studs Sat, 09 Oct 2010 21:34:20 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/13874/how-to-retrofit-a-radiant-barrier-paint-it-on http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/13874/how-to-retrofit-a-radiant-barrier-paint-it-on Posted by Matt Risinger
This 10 year old house didn't have a radiant barrier on the roof and replacing the plywood wasn't an option. We sprayed on Sherwin William E Barrier paint for an easy retrofit that should easily pay for itself with lower attic temperatures. Simple, affordable, easy. Pretty nice. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/13874/how-to-retrofit-a-radiant-barrier-paint-it-on Thu, 23 Sep 2010 18:19:00 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/13655/roof-top-rigid-foam-taking-efficiency-through-the-roof http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/13655/roof-top-rigid-foam-taking-efficiency-through-the-roof Posted by Matt Risinger
Over the last year I've really been working on how to get my houses to the next level of greater energy efficiency and this video will show you my latest secret. We're laying down a thick layer of rigid ISO foam boards on top of the roof. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/13655/roof-top-rigid-foam-taking-efficiency-through-the-roof Sat, 04 Sep 2010 10:57:36 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/13365/blower-door-testing-prior-to-remodeling http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/13365/blower-door-testing-prior-to-remodeling Posted by Matt Risinger
Blower Door testing is a way to measure how "tightly" your house was built. You're heard me preach about Build Tight, Ventilate Right. Well, this is the way we ensure that we've Built Tight. This essential test is required if we have any hope to tighten the building envelope while remodeling. In this video you'll see how it's performed and what can be learned. -Matt Risinger ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/13365/blower-door-testing-prior-to-remodeling Fri, 20 Aug 2010 17:32:07 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/13188/make-up-air-for-commercial-exhaust-fans-in-homes http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/13188/make-up-air-for-commercial-exhaust-fans-in-homes Posted by Matt Risinger
My clients specified a huge gas commercial range with a high CFM exhaust fan. I was worried that this fan wouldn't exhaust properly with a fully spray foamed tight shell. In this video I'll show you how we provided make-up air so that the exhaust fan would have enough air coming in to exhaust. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/13188/make-up-air-for-commercial-exhaust-fans-in-homes Thu, 12 Aug 2010 17:34:54 -0500 http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/13121/reclaimed-pine-boards-milled-onsite-into-flooring http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/13121/reclaimed-pine-boards-milled-onsite-into-flooring Posted by Matt Risinger
In this video my finish carpenter uses a table saw and router table to mill some reclaimed pine boards into hardwood flooring. ]]> http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/13121/reclaimed-pine-boards-milled-onsite-into-flooring