Roe A. Osborn

Roe A. Osborn moved to Cape Cod in 2005 after 11 years at Fine Homebuilding. Like a lot of Cape Codders, Roe wears many creative hats. In addition to working as a freelance writer and architectural photographer, he is a bassist, singer, and songwriter. His Web site is www.roeosbornphoto.com.

Installing Interior Stair Framing

On this stair, the tops of the stringers attach to a plywood hanger nailed to the stair-chase framing.
How To Cut Stair Stringers

First make a test stringer on 2x12 stock, then use it as a template for the rest of the stringers.
Efficient Methods for Installing Wall Sheathing

Most framers prefer to sheathe walls before raising them, and cut rough openings in place, to make the job faster and easier.
A Slick Approach to Straightening Walls

String and springboards make it easy to get walls straight and the second floor off to a great start.
DoorJack Review

Installing doors just got a step easier
Mini-T Drill Review

This compact, corded drill is comfortable to use and has plenty of torque
DC618KA Cordless Trim Nailer Review

This cordless trim nailer from DeWalt runs off a powerful 18v rechargeable battery
I-Driver PS10-2 Cordless Drill-Driver Review

Bosch's I-Driver features a head that adjusts in five stops from 0 degrees (parallel to the handle) to 90 degrees (perpendicular to the handle), allowing it to drive screws in tight places
Pocket Driver PS20-2 Cordless Drill-Driver Review

Bosch's Pocket Driver sinks screws into pine almost perfectly without overdriving them
T-Brace Scaffold Alternative Review

These braces allow you to use 2x stock from the lumber pile instead of heavy and ungainly scaffolding planks

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