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Issue 141

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Exterior-Trim Details That Last

Flexible caulk joints combined with a drainage path for moisture keep vulnerable trim elements rot-free.

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    Installing a Leakproof Shower Pan

    A thick mortar bed over a vinyl membrane makes a sturdy base for tile, but it pays to test for leaks.

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    Site-built trusses are a speedy way to frame this traditional barn-shaped roof.

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    Stacked on a stable base, interlocking concrete blocks offer a mortarless solution to common landscaping problems.

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