Dan Morrison

June 15, 2023

Dan Morrison is a founding editor of ProTradeCraft.com, where he is also the editor-in-chief. Fun fact: Dan is also a founding editor of Green Building Advisor and executive editor of Fine Homebuilding.

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May 21, 2020

Updated: June 15, 2023

How to Lay Out Board and Batten Siding To Look Good

To install a good-looking board and batten trim, divide the wall space available by the intended spacing, rather than the batten spacing by the wall. Make sense?

Siding & Exterior Trim

Design

Video

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May 2, 2020

Updated: June 15, 2023

The Model Remodel Show Pilot Episode (Sneak Peek)

When you're in a hole, start digging

Sitework

Video

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April 30, 2020

Updated: June 15, 2023

Universal Design Handbook

Making a house easy to live in regardless of your age or ability seems like a good idea, but it is rarely done.

Kitchens & Baths

Jobsite Handbooks

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April 20, 2020

Updated: June 15, 2023

The Engineering, Building Science, and Code Implications of Marijuana Grow Rooms

Like kitchen bath remodels, it involves plumbing, ventilation, electrical upgrades, waterproofing, and building inspectors

HVAC & Mechanicals

Tile, Flooring, Drywall

Plumbing, Electrical

Article

April 10, 2020

Updated: December 18, 2023

Short Films for Builders and Remodelers

A tiny collection of short films about remodeling and construction with some side trips along the way.

Construction Phase

Historical Content Type Reference

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April 6, 2020

Updated: June 15, 2023

Spotlight Series

Special Shows by ProTradeCraft, and select series of "installation mini-dramas."

April 3, 2020

Updated: July 19, 2023

EnergyStar Checklist: Videos, Podcasts, Articles

There are six sections and 22 subsections to the Thermal Bypass Checklist. These 16 videos, animations, articles, and podcasts cover all six sections.

Insulation & Air Sealing

Jobsite Handbooks

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March 23, 2020

Updated: June 15, 2023

2 Ways to Frame Window Rough Openings (animation)

The window sill can either interrupt the jack stud, or not

Framing

Details in 4D

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March 12, 2020

Updated: June 15, 2023

How to Flash an Open Valley with W-Type Valley Metal

Roof valleys are like gutters with a steep pitch, but the stakes are higher for valleys than they are for gutters

March 5, 2020

Updated: June 15, 2023

Construction Disruption Collection: Robots, CNC Routing, and 3D Printing

3D Printing is hereby put on notice that it is not the disruptive sweetheart of the construction world anymore. ROBOTS are everywhere.

Framing

Tile, Flooring, Drywall

Siding & Exterior Trim

YouTube

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January 29, 2020

Updated: June 15, 2023

Trimwork and Layout Tips for Vinyl Siding Installation

Use real trim stock and give some thought to the layout—it will improve the look of your vinyl siding installation 100 percent

Siding & Exterior Trim

WRB & Flashing

Details in 4D

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January 23, 2020

Updated: June 15, 2023

Protec Roofing Underlayment Installation Demo at 2019 IBS Show Village

Slip-proof roofing underlayment: even when walking on sawdust and water

Roofing

Video

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January 15, 2020

Updated: October 31, 2023

An Insulated Basement Slab That Floats

A four-dimensional detail drawing of an insulated and damp-resistant basement slab

Concrete & Masonry

Details in 4D

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April 12, 2019

Updated: June 15, 2023

ProTradeCraft's Demonstration House at 2019's International Builders' Show

The Demonstration House debuted at the 2019 International Builders' Show with five sponsors and ten demo over two days. Here's the highlight reel.

Roofing

Siding & Exterior Trim

February 20, 2019

Updated: June 15, 2023

Flashing a Wood-Framed Chimney w/a Copper Cricket Cap

Flashing a wood-framed chimney is like flashing a dormer, except there’s no roof behind it. Without protection, water can leak into the joint and rot your walls to direct uphill water away

December 25, 2018

Updated: June 15, 2023

Roof Flashing Guide: From Drip Edge to Valley Flashing

Drip edge metal, valley flashing, dormer, chimney, and kickout flashing are types of roof flashing that shed water away from the connections between roofs, walls, chimneys, and other building assemblies

June 30, 2018

Updated: November 27, 2023

How to Cut a Huge Hunk of Granite

26,000 pounds of granite cut with a 2-pound hammer in 1 hour, condensed into a 7-minute video

Concrete & Masonry

Video Treats

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March 10, 2018

Updated: September 28, 2023

The Model ReModel Show: Finishing Up the Outside (and tidying the rough stuff inside)

Making vinyl siding look great by eliminating ugly J-channel

HVAC & Mechanicals

Siding & Exterior Trim

Plumbing, Electrical

Video Treats

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February 10, 2018

Updated: June 15, 2023

The Model ReModel Show: Exterior Trim Details

The key to great-looking vinyl is great-looking trimwork (and great-looking vinyl)

Siding & Exterior Trim

Video Treats

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February 1, 2018

Updated: June 15, 2023

How Deep is Deep Enough to Bury Ducts?

Turns out, ducts buried under insulation actually can work to save energy and eliminate condensation inside the ducts. If you seal and insulate them first

HVAC & Mechanicals

Insulation & Air Sealing

Article