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Panel and Channel Cladding: How Z-, J-, and H-Channels Fit Together
Siding & Exterior Trim
Panel and Channel Cladding: Installation Sequence for Z-, J-, and H-Channels
How Z-, J-, and H-channels lock siding panels in place over a weather membrane and rainscreen.
Oct. 12, 2026
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Safety
Working Safely with Trusses
Three construction safety experts talk about rolling trusses safely
Oct. 7, 2026
How to Install ChamClad's Quick Click Vented Ceiling Panels
Decks & Porches
How ChamClad's Quick Click Vented Ceiling System Installs Without Drilling
A look at the two-piece J track and fin-and-lock panels behind ChamClad's recycled PVC ceiling system for porches and other vented applications.
Sept. 30, 2026
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Concrete & Masonry
Insulated Monolithic Slab with Brick Ledge
Adding brick to the outside of a house complicates insulating outside a slab. So Insulate inside.
Sept. 24, 2026
How to Scribe a Post to Stone - Marking a Scribed Stone Post and Cutting with Power Tools
Woodworking
Traditional Techniques for Timber Framing: Scribing and Fitting Posts
Angel from Appalachian Wood shares practical tips on positioning, layout, and tool use for fitting timber posts to uneven stone surfaces.
Sept. 23, 2026
Newel Post construction
Woodworking
Building a Custom Walnut Newel Post
Gary Striegler demonstrates his process for building a custom walnut newel post, highlighting the use of his Woodmaster molder for creating custom moldings and the practical steps...
Sept. 21, 2026
How Wildfire Spreads: IHBS Fire Lab Wildfire Test, 2026
Building Resilience Show
Controlled Wildfire Burn at IBHS (Building Resilience 2026)
This episode explores IBHS's wildfire research center where controlled burns test how accessory dwelling units ignite and spread fire.
Sept. 9, 2026
How to Bend a Concealed-Fastener Post Wrap and Custom Window Trim on a Metal Brake
WRB & Flashing
The Small Flashing Detail That Saves Buildings Tens of Thousands in Damage
Beyond a no-fastener post wrap and custom window trim, this demo ends with the humble kickout flashing—and why it's the most important piece of all.
Sept. 2, 2026
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Roofing
Two Ways to Flash Roof Edges
Protect the eave from ice dams and sideways rain.
Aug. 27, 2026
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