Fernando Pagés Ruiz

Over a 30-year career in construction, Fernando Pagés Ruiz has become a dedicated proponent of building innovation in low-cost housing. He is author of Building an Affordable House (2005) and Affordable Remodel (2007), both published by The Taunton Press. Fernando’s award-winning homes have appeared on HGTV, and he is currently working with Andrés Duany on the design and fabrication of a new generation of manufactured housing.

How to Get Sturdy Walls Without OSB
Fernando Pagés Ruiz discusses how he omitted the OSB on this spec home to save money, while still making sure his build had reliable structural quality.
Mixing Exterior Cladding the Right Way
Fernando Pagés Ruiz, Elizabeth DiSalvo, and Chris Johnson discuss design and material considerations for mixed exterior cladding in this roundtable webinar.
How to Manage Moisture in Old Basements
Watch Fernando Pagés Ruiz, Guy de Verges, Lance Lang and Andrew Zoellner discuss basement waterproofing methods for old homes.
One-Piece Foundation Insulation and Finish System
FoundationPro from Progressive Technologies has all the advantages of exterior insulation plus it protects from UV radiation and weed whacking.
Not Just Glue—Three Unique Adhesives
From a faster cure to a better dispenser, products from Titebond, Loctite, and Gorilla provide innovative alternatives to your average adhesives.
A Case for Composite Wood Siding
Gone are the days of old-growth timber, but there's still good reason to use wood for siding. Fernando Pagés Ruiz makes a compelling case for the use of engineered wood siding.
Ready-Made Stainless Shower Pan
The Stainless Steel Shower Base from Infinity Drain removes the need for a rubber membrane to achieve a watertight shower floor.
Successful Vapor Control
Vapor drive isn't as obvious as air or water leaks, but the potential for mold and rot is just as real.
Podcast 337: PRO TALK With Builder Fernando Pagés Ruiz
In this Pro-Talk podcast, Patrick talks to builder Fernando Pagés Ruiz about building good-looking affordable homes.
First Day at the Virtual IBSx: Stuff You Won’t Want To Miss
Every year the Builders' Show is the place to discover new products and materials. Here are some of my favorite finds for 2021.

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