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Q & A: Drying a soggy ceiling Online Membership Required

by Joseph Lstiburek, Myron R. Ferguson

Editors PickLeveling an Old Ceiling

Steel studs attached to the sides of ceiling joists create a flat surface for new drywallby Paul Fontana

Q & A: Fixing a bouncy floorOnline Membership Required

by John White

Tip: Strengthening a lath-and-plaster ceilingOnline Membership Required

by Susan Gibson

Editors PickRepairing Drywall

Techniques for fixing everything from popped screws to big holesby Myron R. Ferguson

Preventing Ice DamsOnline Membership Required

Proper insulation and roof ventilation can stop ice dams from forming, prevent damage and lower energy billsby Paul Fisette

Tip: Textured drywall patchOnline Membership Required

by Kenneth S Hayes

Tip: Acoustic-tile touchupOnline Membership Required

by T. Marshall Gillum

Tip: Plaster patchOnline Membership Required

by Charles Mueller

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