June 12, 2017 Updated: June 15, 2023 Retaining Wall Replacement Lessons learned in retaining wall construction: drainage, drainage, drainage Sitework YouTube video
June 10, 2017 Updated: June 15, 2023 I've Seen Tiny Bathrooms, But This is Ridiculous! Design inspiration in a nutshell Kitchens & Baths Photos photos
June 7, 2017 Updated: July 22, 2024 Drone Zone 2: Foundation Waterproofing and Drainage Solutions A peek at interior and exterior foundation waterproofing in one single house Concrete & Masonry Video video
June 5, 2017 Updated: June 15, 2023 How to Form Place and Finish Concrete Stairs A split riser allows you to remove the forms without damaging wet concrete. Concrete & Masonry YouTube video
June 3, 2017 Updated: June 15, 2023 Homebuilding in Australia Circa 1946 This old school training film shows some familiar and unfamiliar construction methods once used down under. Video Treats video
May 29, 2017 Updated: June 15, 2023 An Incredibly Well Organized Work Van With a place for everything and everything in its place. Tools YouTube video
May 27, 2017 Updated: January 15, 2024 Tiny House Plan: A Future Granny Flat in Ecuador Begin with the end in mind. And some construction materials, too. Framing Photos photos
May 22, 2017 Updated: June 15, 2023 Retrofitting a Hardy Frame Shear Panel Here’s how to stiffen walls that are too narrow to resist the force exerted by high winds and earthquakes. Framing YouTube video
May 20, 2017 Updated: June 15, 2023 A Robotic Layout Machine This Roomba-like device can navigate a room and print complicated layout on the floor. Framing Video Treats video
May 18, 2017 Updated: June 15, 2023 Beyond Miters and Butt Joints: Custom Deck Border Going a few steps beyond the usual methods for hiding end-grain. Decks & Porches YouTube video
May 16, 2017 Updated: June 15, 2023 Ridgid Gen5X Brushless Belt Sander Video Review Ridgid and Ryobi decided to bust through the cordless barrier when it comes to belt sanders Tools YouTube video
May 15, 2017 Updated: June 15, 2023 Replacing Windows in Germany It takes unusual tools and techniques to replace European-style windows in masonry walls. Photos photos
May 13, 2017 Updated: June 15, 2023 Una Casita Bonita A tiny abode with a tiny pricetag Photos photos
May 8, 2017 Updated: June 15, 2023 Why a Cedar Roof Needs a Cold Roof System Use skip sheathing and a ventilation space to extend the life of the shingles Roofing YouTube video
May 4, 2017 Updated: June 15, 2023 Seismic Retrofit: Soft-Story Construction in Berkeley, Calif Tie the walls to the foundation, the floor to the walls, and add shear strength for lateral support Framing Video video
May 2, 2017 Updated: June 15, 2023 Demolition Phase of a Foursquare Remodel in Minneapolis A drone's-eye view of an ongoing remodeling project Demolition Video video
May 2, 2017 Updated: June 15, 2023 Raised-Heel Trusses: A Simple Upgrade With a Big Payoff Better insulation, drier walls, lower HERS scores, and labor savings. Framing Article
Sponsor Content April 28, 2017 Updated: June 15, 2023 How to Install a Steel Door Frame into Steel Stud Wall Anchor the frame to the floor and reinforce hinge locations with frame anchors, otherwise, it's just plumb, level, and square. Windows & Doors Article
April 27, 2017 Updated: May 22, 2024 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 WRB & Flashing Windows & Doors Video aggregation
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 A Home-Made Multi-Function Tool Cart A woodworker in Belgium goes Festool one better by devising a wheeled folding bench that works with their products. Tools YouTube video
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
April 15, 2017 Updated: June 15, 2023 A Human Controlled Jobsite Robot You get paid for what you do and what you know. If robots can do what you do, then it is time to know more. Tools Video Treats video
April 12, 2017 Updated: June 15, 2023 Makita SP6000J Track Saw: #WorthIT A great saw—in spite of a couple of flaws—that will make fast work out of long miters. Even compound miters. Tools Article
April 10, 2017 Updated: June 15, 2023 Two Ways to Cut Mortise and Tenon Joints Which method is better—by hand or machine? Woodworking Video Treats video