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Issue 282 – April/May 2019

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Add a Belgian-Block Driveway Apron

Learn how to install granite pavers to add style and strength to any driveway. This illustrated tutorial covers every step, from creating a solid base to finishing the mortar joints.

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Features

  • Fine Homebuilding Issue #282 Online Highlights

    Long Live Our Buildings; Install Joist Hangers; Podcast: Building Permit? #KCA Trucker Hat; and the FHB Forum

  • The Particulars of Porch Design

    Learn how to nail the details to build a beautiful and functional covered porch; 3 case studies and a checklist of essential questions will help you get the job done right.

  • how to refinish a deck

    How to Rescue an Old Cedar Deck

    A thorough cleaning and a quick refinish give new life to a weather-beaten deck. Get tips for doing the job right from a professional refinisher.

  • attaching a deck to a wall

    Attach a Deck to Any Wall

    Builder Mike Guertin outlines code-compliant ledger and lateral-tie details for all types of deck builds.

  • Synthetic Decking Comes of Age

    A maturing industry means composites and PVC deck planks look better than ever and can last for decades.

  • How to Build a Curved Ipé Garden Benches

    Clamps and lots of screws put a bend in this dense and durable wood.

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  • Patio vs. Deck Throwdown

    Two Fine Homebuilding editors face off on the pros and cons of these popular exterior spaces.

  • Build a Dutch Door

    Dutch Door Done Easy

    A layered assembly and clever installation make building and hanging a breeze

    Online Extras

  • Video: Build a Dutch Door

    The trick to making this traditional door easy to build is to use a layered-assembly technique, and to hang the door before cutting it in half.

  • How to Cut Belgian Block

    Learn two reliable techniques–and what tools you will need for each–for cutting and shaping granite pavers.

  • How To Build A Built-In Plant Stand

    Built-in Cedar Plant Stand

    This easy-to-build deck accessory prevents runoff water from plant pots from rotting your deck boards.

  • how to clean a deck

    A Better Sprayer for Cleaning Decks and Applying Wood Finishes

    Professional deck refinisher Jim Grant built a custom spray rig with an electric pump as an easy-to-use alternative to the typical hand-pump garden sprayer.

  • Long Live Our Buildings: An Introduction

    Architect Steven Baczek describes his ongoing inquiry into what makes a good building, and how we can continue to improve the way we design and build homes.

    Know the Code

  • Emergency Escape and Rescue Openings

    Learn how a sleeping room is legally defined and what sort of egress openings are mandated by building codes.

    Tools & Materials

  • Hyperportable tablesaw

    Milwaukee's lightweight cordless 2726-21HD saw is great for remote job sites, but portability comes with a few trade-offs.

  • Fine-finish sander

    Internal dampening and tiny sanding strokes make Festool’s DTS 400 REQ a top-notch finishing tool.

  • Impressive Structural Connectors

    This German-made hardware by Pitzl provides sturdy, concealed timber joints that are a snap to assemble.

  • Fabric footers

    Speed up the process of forming concrete footings while also preventing problems caused by groundwater.

  • DIY ductless minisplit

    This pre-charged kit from MRCOOL makes for an easy HVAC upgrade.

    Design/Build

  • Boxed-eave Gable-end Returns

    How to take cues from classical architecture to design roof trim that matches your traditional home.

    HOUSES by Design

  • Lock, lift, and load

    Builders find an ingenious solution for installing a custom-fabricated staircase into a home with challenging site-disturbance restrictions.

  • Barn built anew

    A new home built with salvaged timbers pays homage to a beloved old barn that couldn't be saved.

  • Fit for floods

    Storm-resistant building regulations inspired this home's architects to give it a better view of its beautiful coastal site.

    Building Matters

  • Minimizing Concrete in a Slab-on-Grade Home

    Whether your goal is to cut construction costs, minimize environmental impact, or both, there are practical ways to build a home with less concrete.

    As-Built

  • A Trip to the Cedar Shed

    A seasoned carpenter reminisces about the days before fiber-cement siding, but acknowledges that wood clapboards come with plenty of complications.

    Keep Craft Alive

  • Keep Craft Alive: Adam Esparza, Tilesetter

    "Craftsmanship is when you put your abilities to the test, and at the end of the job you still find room for growth."

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