Materials

If vinyl’s final, you’d best get the details right. A veteran builder shows how to make it water-resistant and attractive.by Mike Guertin

The right roof slope, materials and venting will lengthen the life of the roof and the structure under itby Henrik Bull

One alternative to the high cost and poor quality of lumber these days is finding the trees and cutting them into boards yourselfby Doug Amsbary

Get evenly spaced courses and consistent mortar joints by using the proper layout, mortar consistency and troweling techniquesby John Carroll

When properly detailed, high-tech wrappings can reduce the flow of air into outside walls while allowing moisture to escapeby Rick Arnold, Mike Guertin

Today's sheathing materials offer strength, energy efficiency, economy, and fire-and water-resistance -- but not all in the same packageby Bruce Greenlaw

Woven corners are a good-looking and low-maintenance alternative to corner boardsby Oliver Govers

Laminate-covered substrate produces a bright, clean and washable cabinet at a lower cost than hardwood panelsby Rex Alexander

A few tricks can save time when cutting studs, blocks and cripplesby Larry Haun

Tips on ordering, placing, screeding, floating and finishingby Carl Hagstrom

This system combines traditional looks with efficient assembly techniquesby Jim Tolpin

A summary of framing details for strength and energy efficiencyby Rob Thallon

Strategies for toning down sound transmission in wood-framed floors and ceilingsby Russell DuPree