Peel and stick Z-flashing and some padding pushes a ledger flush with the face of the thick panels. A cover sheet of peel and stick completely waterproof the ledger before the deck is framed
Framing
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Oct 30 2018
From the subfloor builders trust, for the flat-out best, quiet, stiff floors.
Oct 30 2018
Repetitive tasks—with reasons behind them—consolidate into a squeak-free subfloor
Oct 26 2018
The first sheet sets the layout
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Oct 25 2018
MiTek’s Hardy Frame Offers New Lateral-Load Resisting Solutions, Rounding Out a Complete Product Line
Oct 9 2018
Drainage and airspace allows liquid water to drain out and air to circulate
Sep 17 2018
A jig and a few tricks to help you make shims of any length to straighten crooked framing
Aug 18 2018
Roof framing, window options, and a mechanical advantage add up to lower bills and a higher quality home
Aug 14 2018
A rip of plywood, some blocks and a table saw will help you repurpose cruddy lumber from the bone pile into backing
Aug 9 2018
A few minutes up front can save tons of time when you're in the air—and it can eliminate broken ribs, a broken back, or death
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Jul 20 2018
A concrete anchor system with a mechanical connection - not a friction-fit
Jun 19 2018
Tape layers should overlap shingle-style up the roof
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Jun 19 2018
A strong adhesive that's easy to squeeze
Jun 18 2018
The nuances of measuring is what separates the kids from the carpenters
Jun 13 2018
Decking the field and delegating responsibility
May 12 2018
There is more to medieval life than swords
May 3 2018
Outside insulation is an effective way to keep heat in. The devil is in the details, such as this one
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May 1 2018
A bit of history and science explains today’s corrosion issues
Apr 30 2018
Brute strength will not win in a war with physics. Smart design predicts the resonance of a building and sidesteps the waves
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