A hole saw and a scrap of drywall make an invisible patch that is fast and invisible. Did we say invisible?

Seven tips for a better installation and some advanced tile saw acrobatics, too

 

7 less common (but potentially problematic) shower waterproofing situations

A beginner's guide to drywall installation

A hidden funnel between inside and out dumps water into the wall

A closer look at using moisture-resistant materials for wet locations.

Letting the brick dry evenly is the key for old masonry walls that want to leak less energy

Field-testing a tool pick from the National Hardware Show

Space savers for the young-ish

In places where climate zones are irrelevant, form follows function, and the function includes kicking back

Plywood and paint make extinguishers what they ain't

A Haiku to go along with a photo in hullhistorical's Instagram feed

Miters vs. butt joints

On the Job Tip: Look before you leap

With blower door tests in the building code, it is up to more than just the insulators or the GC to deliver results: many trades have a stake.

It's not just wasted space anymore

The best containment strategy depends on the job size, tools required, location in the house, and proximity to living space

 

News Flash: Drywall can be an air barrier