Recent Features
Trim Routers
These compact tools are handy for small routing tasks, but most have room for improvementby John White
Frame a Strong, Stable Floor With I-Joists
Engineered floor joists are straighter, faster, and flatter, but they aren't installed the same way as dimensional lumberby John Spier
Making the Most of a Small Space
These design principles illustrate how to capitalize on a small space and tight budgetby Tina Govan
Keep Siding Straight With a Story Pole
A simple layout tool aligns siding with window and door trim, and helps you to finish where you started
by Lynn S. Hayward
Flashing a Window's Head Casing
This flashing method might seem excessive until that first big driving rain
by Mike Guertin
A Balcony Deck Built to Last
Durable finish materials hide strong framing connections in a graceful design that overlooks the ocean
by Michael Maines
Matching a finish
Although never an easy task, these techniques help simplify a tough job
by Rex Alexander
Shortcuts to a Shed
Time-saving tips about planning, materials, and construction that will get any outbuilding up in a hurry
by Rick Arnold
