Other Recent Blog Posts

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  Podcast Episode 171: Interview at JLC Live with Caleb Morris from Viewrail

  The Fine Homebuilding editors chat with Caleb about how his family business made the transition from a traditional stair parts supplier to a leading manufacturer of custom metal floating stairs and modern railing systems.

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  Contemporary Hybrid Timber Frame

  Balzer & Tuck Architecture accommodate single-floor living in a two-story structure.

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  How to Frame an Arched Doorway

  Plywood and ripped-down studs provide solid backing to create drywall arches.

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  How to Test Paint Stripper for Your Next Refinishing Project

  Save time and materials when stripping painted wood by figuring out the ideal wait time and application thickness before tackling the entire job.

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  A She Shed Tucked Into an Urban Setting

  A forgotten greenhouse in San Antonio, Texas, finds new life as a rustic backyard living space.

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  Do You Need a Building Permit?

  Only your local building official can say for sure, but you better check before you start to work.

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  How to Install a Vinyl Privacy Fence: Layout Post Holes

  Editors Justin Fink and Andy Engel layout and set posts, and assemble new fence panels

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  How to Install a Vinyl Privacy Fence: Dig and Prepare the Post Holes

  Editors Justin Fink and Andy Engel lay out and set posts, and assemble new fence panels

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  How to Install a Vinyl Privacy Fence: Set Posts and Panels

  Editors Justin Fink and Andy Engel lay out and set posts, and assemble new fence panels

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  Podcast Episode 170: Is There Really a Skilled-Trade Gap?

  One listener wonders why he's not seeing much demand for experienced carpenters in his part of the country.