Take a few minutes to learn something new, or confirm your own best framing practices, with “Prepping for perfection: Underlayment tips and techniques,” one in a series of on-the-spot videos for seasoned pros – brought to you by Ainsworth Engineered.
Fine Homebuilding Recommended Products
Affordable IR Camera
This camera is super useful for tracking down air leaks in buildings. The one-hand pistol grip arrangement frees your other hand for steadying yourself while maneuvering tricky job sites.
8067 All-Weather Flashing Tape
Available in 2- to 12-in. widths, this is a good general-purpose flashing tape that sticks well to most things. It features a two-piece release paper, water-shedding layers, and good UV resistance.
Heat-Shrink Tubing
Wirefy's heat-shrink tubing is super reliable, high-quality, and great to have on hand.
Large-Capacity Lightweight Miter Saw
This very capable miter saw weighs less than 30 lbs. and can cut a 2x12 @ 90 deg. and a 2x8 @ 45 deg. Precise cutting and smooth-adjusting controls make it a pleasure to use.
Handy Heat Gun
This heat gun is great for drying joint compound, primer and paint when patching drywall and plaster walls. Plus it can soften adhesive, get a very cold small engine to start, and shrink heat-shrink tubing.
×
Get home building tips, offers, and expert advice in your inbox