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.

Author - All Contributed Content

October 30, 2017

Updated: June 15, 2023

Media Workflow Tip: Belt and Suspenders

Belt, suspenders, clean underwear, and a long-tail t-shirt just to make sure.

Editor's Notes

Video

video

October 6, 2017

Updated: November 6, 2023

Crown Molding Q&A: Matching Crown Molding Profiles Up the Rake

When the humps don't match the bumps, you need a second molding profile—or you can eliminate the plumb cut

Construction Phase

Location

Article

September 29, 2017

Updated: June 15, 2023

Airseal the Rim Joist and Wall Framing Connection

Glue the rim joist, caulk the gaps, and overhang the wall sheathing to tighten this leaky building assembly

Framing

Insulation & Air Sealing

Details in 4D

detail

July 26, 2017

Updated: June 15, 2023

Drainable Deck Flashing

A 4-Dimensional look at deck flashing that works

Decks & Porches

Details in 4D

detail

July 18, 2017

Updated: June 15, 2023

Raised Heel Roof Framing Options That Make Space For Insulation

Whether using roof trusses or stick framing a roof frame, if you make space above the exterior walls, your energy performance will thank you.

Framing

Insulation & Air Sealing

Details in 4D

detail

April 27, 2017

Updated: June 15, 2023

Cold Climate Passive House Retrofit in Connecticut

A collection of five videos on a Passive House Retrofit in Sharon, CT (climate zone 5) executed by Ben Bogie, Built to Last, LLC

Framing

Insulation & Air Sealing

April 25, 2017

Updated: June 15, 2023

Flashing Pipes, Framing, and Exhaust Vents in Exterior Walls

For walls with a pre-applied weather barrier, make sure the tape is compatible with the WRB coating—or use a primer

Insulation & Air Sealing

WRB & Flashing

Details in 4D

detail

April 17, 2017

Updated: June 15, 2023

Airtight Dropped Soffit for Ducts, Fans, or Can Lights

Keep mechanical equipment within the envelope to improve the quality of houses and homes

Framing

HVAC & Mechanicals

Insulation & Air Sealing

Plumbing, Electrical

Details in 4D

detail

March 28, 2017

Updated: September 6, 2023

Advanced Framing for Framers

A collection of details that make sense for most framers to incorporate into their SOP—based on feedback from framers who do it a lot.

Framing

March 2, 2017

Updated: October 20, 2023

Energy Star Checklist, Section 1: Overall Air Barrier and Thermal Alignment

18 Videos, articles, and animations showing you how to get through Section 1 of the Energy Star Thermal Bypass Checklist: continuity between the air barrier system and the thermal envelope.

Concrete & Masonry

Framing

Insulation & Air Sealing

Jobsite Handbooks

aggregation

February 25, 2017

Updated: June 15, 2023

OldSchool Woodworker Chatting it up in his Shop

"Seventh-grade shop was probably the most fun I had in all my school days. That was kind of the beginning of my woodworking career. Here I am, decades later, still sort of in seventh-grade shop." —Edward Wohl

Woodworking

Video Treats

video

February 9, 2017

Updated: June 15, 2023

Moisture Management Design Rule 2: Manage Condensation

Condensation is when moisture in the air hits a cool enough surface to convert the vapor into water.

HVAC & Mechanicals

Insulation & Air Sealing

WRB & Flashing

Article

January 3, 2017

Updated: June 15, 2023

Essential Videos and Articles of 2016

A peek inside the heads of ProTradeCraft users: the top articles, videos, and animations of the year.

Editor's Notes

Article

December 23, 2016

Updated: May 1, 2024

When Drip Edge Becomes A Double Agent

The mission of water is to turn houses to mush. Some drip edge flashings may actually help water accomplish this mission.

Construction Phase

Historical Content Type Reference

December 18, 2016

Updated: June 15, 2023

Architectural Subterfuge: The (not so) Secret Side of Hidden Doors

18 videos on hardware, screws, and designs that deceive the eye

November 23, 2016

Updated: June 15, 2023

A Thankful Note from the Editor

I am thankful for copy editors because they make me sound smart

Editor's Notes

Article

November 15, 2016

Updated: June 15, 2023

Live Demos in Boston at ABX

Hands-on training with local pros at the largest construction event in the Northeast

Insulation & Air Sealing

Editor's Notes

Article

Northeast

November 7, 2016

Updated: June 15, 2023

Innie Window Details for Walls with Thick Exterior Insulation

Recessed into thick layers of insulation, innie windows are protected from the weather

November 3, 2016

Updated: July 26, 2023

Window Installation and Replacement Guide

Windows are big holes in walls that must be sealed against wind, water, and heat. This guide covers scope of work, how to install them, and why it matters.

Windows & Doors

Jobsite Handbooks

aggregation

October 29, 2016

Updated: June 15, 2023

Dormer Flashing Details in 4D

Concentrate on the corners and think like water when overlapping the layers

October 24, 2016

Updated: June 15, 2023

Airtight Walls—Housewrap and Sheathing as an Air Barrier

A tight air barrier is the best way to build an energy-efficient house. Outside the sheathing are many chances to make it better.

Framing

Insulation & Air Sealing

Siding & Exterior Trim

October 19, 2016

Updated: June 15, 2023

How a Concrete Slab Transforms from Mud to Stone

Just because they call it mud doesn’t mean it behaves like dirt and water

Concrete & Masonry

Article

October 19, 2016

Updated: June 15, 2023

Robotic Carpenters: 6 Carpentry Tasks Robots Can Do Right Now

It is time to think about the fact that many carpentry jobs may be automated—soon

October 10, 2016

Updated: June 15, 2023

Outie Window Details for Walls with Thick Exterior Insulation

A thermal break and solid backing puts the window on the outer face of a thick wall. Now, there's room on the inside window sill for cats and bowling trophies

Insulation & Air Sealing