June 29, 2016 Updated: June 15, 2023 Woodworking Begins with Hand Tools Celebrate simplicity ... and sharp chisels Trimwork & Cabinetry Woodworking Photos Article photos
June 15, 2016 Updated: June 12, 2024 Slab Edge Insulation: Why it Matters You can't stop heat flow, but you can keep your floor from becoming a big ol' heat sink Construction Phase Construction Phase Article
June 9, 2016 Updated: June 15, 2023 Efficient Kitchen Design is Universal: 4 Rules The room where everyone gravitates to should be able to handle the pull Kitchens & Baths Article
May 19, 2016 Updated: June 15, 2023 Updates from Ecuador Our Latin America Editor is on the ground in Ecuador and sending updates on construction technology, codes, and temporary housing Concrete & Masonry Framing Photos Article Southwest photos
May 3, 2016 Updated: June 15, 2023 Paslode Trim Nailer First Look New design improves battery and cartridge installation. If Cordless trim nailers fit your workflow, this gun is a good bet Trimwork & Cabinetry Tools Article
April 10, 2016 Updated: June 15, 2023 Winner of the 18V Hilti Hammer Drill! ... and the results to the Trump Vs. ShopVac poll are also in. Our winner was on the right side in both instances. Tools Article
April 5, 2016 Updated: June 15, 2023 Head2Head Tool Test: Framing Hammers A subjective exploration of 11 'lightweight' heavy hitters Framing Tools Article
March 30, 2016 Updated: June 15, 2023 How The 2015 Energy Code Affects Historic & Existing Buildings You can dig in to the roof without adding more insulation, but you can't dig far HVAC & Mechanicals Insulation & Air Sealing Article
March 11, 2016 Updated: June 15, 2023 Best Practices for Steep-Slope Roofing Sweat the details or you'll drown in them Roofing WRB & Flashing Article
March 1, 2016 Updated: June 15, 2023 Head2Head Tool Test: 18V Drills A crowded field of power-hungry drills is dissected with power, speed, and torque tests Tools Article
