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Justin Fink

Justin Fink has been on staff at Fine Homebuilding since 2004 and currently serves as FHB editor. Believing his strongest contribution stems from his ongoing work as a remodeling contractor, Justin stays immersed in the challenges being tackled by builders in the real world. In that effort, he eagerly tries new techniques and cutting-edge materials.

Make Any Tablesaw Safer

A variety of site-made and store-bought accessories increase cut quality and decrease chance of injury.
Mystery Plumbing Find

Many drum traps are still in use today, but technically are not up to current code standards.
A Revolution in Building

Houses are becoming more complicated, material options are multiplying, and our workforce is stretched thin. We can all do more to help.
One-Step Wood Finish

This two-part formulation is easy to apply and leaves behind a subtle sheen.
Building with SketchUp – Part 1: Design a Basic Cabinet

Watch FHB editor Justin Fink in this first episode in a series of webinars on building better through SketchUp.
Podcast 237: Holes in Block Walls, Uninsulated Shops, and Keeping Cool Upstairs

Justin, Colin, and Patrick hear from listeners about butchered floor joists and housing affordability before taking questions on making holes in block walls, improving a garage shop, and temperature differences in two-story houses.
Expert Session: Making Sense of Deck Stains and Finishes

The options in penetrating exterior finishes may seem confusing, but there are some clues to help you choose.
Simple, Elegant Roof Trim

Although clean and unadorned, this revival of a Shaker exterior trim package is more complex than it appears.
2020 FHB House Sneak Peek

Follow along as Fine Homebuilding captures the process of converting this drafty old house into an extremely energy-efficient family home.
Podcast 227: Cracked Beams, Missing Inspections, and Garage Insulation

Justin, Rob, and Patrick hear from listeners about membrane roofing, handyman businesses, and lighting controls before taking listener questions about cracked structural members, a missing electrical inspection, and what to do about hard water.