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Soundproofing: Lessons from a Custom-Built Sound Studio

Olitch, Blogger, book author, one of the first FHB editors | November 30th, 20125 comments

Musicians need to up the decibels now and then. With careful detailing you can contain all those joyful noises, yet still create an airy, light-filled living space.

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Kitchen expansion & addition

toddthetoolman, member | November 29th, 2012

Materials used include: Ash pre-finished hardwood flooring, cherry cabinets, quartz countertops, Andersen windows, Velux remote controlled venting skylights w/ rain sensor auto-close feature and...

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How to Repair a Butchered Floor Joist

ScottG, contributing writer | November 29th, 201213 comments

There's no question the criticism is often undeserved, but plumbers nonetheless have a reputation for taking a recip saw to studs, joists, and rafters when they get in the way of supply and drain lines. The result, as Tackitybits has discovered, can be tough to fix.

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Maple Grove Addition & Remodeling

SylviaFrank, member | November 27th, 2012

This major addition and remodeling in Maple Grove, Minnesota included a new family room and sun room, remodeled dining, kitchen, living room, entry and bath. On the second foor the master bedroom and...

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Edina Ranch House Addition & Remodeling

SylviaFrank, member | November 27th, 2012

Carlsen & Frank Architects designed this addition and remodeling of a one story ranch house in Edina, Minnesota. A new exterior front entrance was added, an interior entrance hall and mud room...

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A "Cook's" kitchen remodel based on how we cook

cinelliman, member | November 26th, 2012

How do you convert a kitchen designed for "entertaining" into a space that really works for someone who likes to cook? While most people would love the idea of having three sinks and two dishwashers...

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Offsetting tile joints to add visual interest

Olitch, Blogger, book author, one of the first FHB editors | November 16th, 20121 comment

When tiles are rectangular rather than square, you can create more interesting patterns by offsetting tile end joints.

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Texas Deep-Energy Retrofit Remodel

Matt Risinger, Blogger | November 13th, 2012

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.

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The Heartland Wins Big in Recent Contest!

Olitch, Blogger, book author, one of the first FHB editors | November 12th, 2012

Fine Homebuilding stalwarts in Kansas and South Dakota add lifetimes of renovation wisdom to their bookshelves.

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`My Shed`

lz4004, member | November 11th, 2012

`Better than new 20 years later.

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Getting Green without Going Broke

Olitch, Blogger, book author, one of the first FHB editors | November 2nd, 20121 comment

By planning, being patient and paying as you go, this nine-step plan for a deep energy retrofit can put you on the green path--without guilt or crushing debt.

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"Many hands make work light."

Olitch, Blogger, book author, one of the first FHB editors | October 19th, 20122 comments

Two readers tell of their first building mentors and win copies of Renovation 4th Edition, which contains the wisdom of master builders across North America.

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Installing a Wireless Switch

Olitch, Blogger, book author, one of the first FHB editors | October 12th, 20121 comment

Adding three- or four-way switches used to mean drilling holes in finish surfaces, fumbling for fishing tapes and endless patching. But not any more

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Repair a hole in drywall

lahatte, member | September 19th, 20121 comment

For repairing holes, small or large, in drywall, I like to use a 'backer' material, such as a scrap of OSB, or whatever, anything that is thin but can accept drywall screws. Cut a strip of the backer...

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"I can't install this" - Poka-Yoke on the job site

Matt Risinger, Blogger | September 4th, 20125 comments

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

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Building A Modern Craftsman Staircase

Matt Risinger, Blogger | August 20th, 20124 comments

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.

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How to Remove an Old Bathroom Sink

FHBdotcom, editor | August 15th, 20123 comments

Veteran plumber Mike Lombardi makes quick work of disconnecting this sink's water and drain pipes as part of our Project House bathroom remodel

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Working Model: Quick Results from an Unrefined SketchUp Drawing

TheTimberTailor, member | July 17th, 20125 comments

This video series shows how an unrefined 3D SketchUp model will help get quick answers to design and dimension questions.

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Cheap Tricks for Soundproofing

Matt Risinger, Blogger | July 13th, 2012

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

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Wood Siding - Best Practice Installation Method

Matt Risinger, Blogger | June 28th, 2012

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.

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