Issue 241 – Feb/Mar 2014
Features
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You Don't Know Foam
Whether you use a gun or a straw, there’s more to filling a gap than pulling a trigger.
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Undercabinet Lighting is Better Than Ever
LEDs set a high bar for kitchen-workspace illumination.
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Air-Sealed Mudsill Assembly
When building a home to Passive House standards, this is one of the first steps to create the necessary air-tight building envelope.
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A Small Addition Faces A Tougher Energy Code
Energy regs on airtightness, insulation, and mechanical systems mean big changes — even for small buildings.
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Skillful Brushwork for Doors and Windows
As with all painting projects, proper preparation is key for a durable finish, but it takes good techniques and careful planning to make this job look its best.
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Half-Baths Full of Function
Design these small spaces to be as practical as they are beautiful.
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Roundup: Heated Jackets
Project House editor Justin Fink tests three heated jackets.
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Mineral Wool (Re)gains Some Ground
Although mineral wool—also referred to as rock wool, slag wool, and stone wool—was one of the first insulation materials to be widely produced commercially (starting back in 1871 in Germany),…
Tools & Materials
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What's the Difference: Bench Planes and Block Planes
Any decent woodshop is going to have a variety of hand planes, but these tools are far less common on a job site. Still, a hand plane may be just…
What is the Difference
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Installing Semicustom Cabinets
How to level, scribe, and fasten cabinets without marring the perfect factory finish.
Master Carpenter
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Insulating Attic Stairs
The hatch or staircase leading up to an unfinished attic can be a big energy leak. Here are a few tips for sealing it up.
