Issue 233 – Feb/March 2013
Features
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Energy-Saving Lightbulbs
Incandescent bulbs are changing quickly to keep up with more-efficient, longer-lasting competitors
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Time-Tested Approach to Chimney Flashing
Roofing contractor Dyami Plotke demonstrates how to prepare a chimney for flashing and how to bend, install, and seal metal flashing for a durable, weatherproof, and beautiful job.
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Buttoned Up for a New Century
Preservation meets performance when a Brooklyn architect applies Passive House principles to four iconic urban town houses
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Master Carpenter: Old-School Path to a Wide-Open Bath
A classic mud job forms the tile base for a modern curbless shower
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Energy-Modeling Software: Is It Worth Your Time and Money?
Even the most sophisticated programs have limits.
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Tips for Laying a Better Walkway
Careful base prep is what keeps bricks or other pavers in place when installing hardscaping.
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How it Works: Frost Heave
In cold climates, you need to build driveways, foundations, and other structures correctly to prevent expanding ice and soil from damaging them.
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Sunroom sanctuary
Create an outdoor getaway.
Article
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Choosing Gutters
Vinyl and aluminum are popular choices for gutters, but they're not the only options.
What is the Difference
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Bending Copper Chimney Flashing
Bend flashing parts on a metal brake ahead of time.
Building Skills
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Design a classic fireplace mantel
Fireplaces are appreciated and sought after for more than just their practical uses.
Drawing Board
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Hiding ducts in conditioned space
Ducts, furnaces, and air handlers belong inside a house's conditioned space
Energy Smart Details
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Tailgate: Viviane Peixoto, Lumber Importer
This native Brazilian is working to ensure that tropical hardwoods are harvested sustainably, guaranteeing their availability for years to come.
