FHB House

Forming Foundation Walls
Get a tour of a foundation project and learn about layout methods, setting and bracing forms, and insulating to protect footings from cold weather.
Raising and Air-Sealing Tall Walls
In this first episode of FHB House Wisconsin, builder Ian Schwandt shows how their small crew builds, raises, and air-seals tall gable-end walls.
Introducing FHB House 2021: Wisconsin
Builder Ian Schwandt describes the goals, hopes, and challenges he and his wife Sara have in planning their dream home.
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Insulating for Passive House Standards
Learn how the team at the 2020 FHB House utilized Rockwool products to make the home more comfortable and efficient.
Connecticut FHB House: Framing Changes and Construction Delays
Senior editor Patrick McCombe heads down to Greenwich, Connecticut, to get updates on the progress at the past year's featured remodeling project.
Updating a Traditional Design With Modern Elements
Modern accents and a monochromatic color scheme enliven the traditional design of this 19th-century-inspired home
2019 FHB House Video: A Heat-Pump Mechanical System and Prepping for Tile
With drywall up and trim carpenters and plumbers on site, we take a look at the ground-source heat pump used for quiet, efficient heating and cooling and the Schluter products used in the master bath before the porcelain tile goes down.
Installing Rockwool for Continuous Exterior Insulation
Careful cutting and fitting plus smart flashing details make the job of wrapping the walls and roof of the 2018 FHB House in mineral wool go according to plan.
An Easier Way to Drill Rock
The dirtbag Is your friend.
The Ultimate Modern Home
California 2018: High design and high performance in the Sierra foothills.

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