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A Firm Foundation for a Backyard Shed
Here are four ways of building a basic, on-grade foundation for backyard buildings.
Cheap Dust Collector
For general construction dust, this homemade rig can help to keep your job site clean.
Don’t Fall Short on Shingles: How to Estimate Materials for Roofing Projects
Builder Mike Guertin explains 3 ways to calculate the quantity of shingles you'll need for your next roofing job.
Drying Racks for Painted Trim Work
Stain shoe moldings quickly with this reusable technique and structure.
Vinyl Siding Done Right
If vinyl’s final, you’d best get the details right. A veteran builder shows how to make it water-resistant and attractive.
Do Precut Studs Make Sense?
Learn what builder Mike Guertin thinks about these time-saving pieces of framing lumber.
Keeping a Basement Dry
Waterproofing the foundation walls is only the first step; you also need a system of drains around the foundation that silt won't render useless.
Anatomy of a Load-Bearing Wood-Framed Wall
Understanding the purpose of each framing member—particularly studs, plates, and headers—will help you learn how to properly frame load-bearing walls.
Keeping Shower-Drain Weep Holes cClear
How paper coffee filters can be an easy and inexpesive fix to allow water to pass through.
Freezeproofing a Garage Sink
Frostproof valves and a P-trap make for a functional slop sink in this garage workshop.

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