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Issue 233 – Feb/March 2013

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Open up the wall to a great view. The tricks: Adjusting the fit and hardware.

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Energy-Saving Lightbulbs

Incandescent bulbs are changing quickly to keep up with more-efficient, longer-lasting competitors
Time-Tested Approach to Chimney Flashing

Proven methods and durable materials keep out water for decades.
Buttoned Up for a New Century

Preservation meets performance when a Brooklyn architect applies Passive House principles to four iconic urban town houses
Master Carpenter: Old-School Path to a Wide-Open Bath

A classic mud job forms the tile base for a modern curbless shower

Energy-Modeling Software: Is It Worth Your Time and Money?

Even the most sophisticated programs have limits.
Tips for Laying a Better Walkway

Careful base prep is what keeps pavers in place
How it Works: Frost Heave

Frost heave can be a serious problem for decks and other structures that rest on concrete piers. It occurs when freezing temperatures penetrate the ground, causing subsurface water to form…
Sunroom sanctuary

Create an outdoor getaway

Design a classic fireplace mantel

Fireplaces are appreciated and sought after for more than just their practical uses.

Hiding ducts in conditioned space

Ducts, furnaces, and air handlers belong inside a house's conditioned space

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.