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If you want to install stucco and not rot your walls, choose one of these products to create a drainage plane and ventilation space between the water-resistive barrier and the stucco.
Rainscreen Systems for Stucco
If you want to install stucco and not rot your walls, choose one of these products to create a drainage plane and ventilation space between the water-resistive barrier and the stucco.
Modern homes are often built close together, making privacy a luxury. A well-designed privacy screen can transform your deck into a personal retreat by providing seclusion, shade, and protection from the wind. But when building a screen, wind resistance is key to ensuring it lasts. Learn tips and techniques for creating a sturdy, stylish privacy screen that enhances your outdoor space.
Build a Backyard Privacy Screen
Modern homes are often built close together, making privacy a luxury. A well-designed privacy screen can transform your deck into a personal retreat by providing seclusion, shade, and protection from the wind. But when building a screen, wind resistance is key to ensuring it lasts. Learn tips and techniques for creating a sturdy, stylish privacy screen that enhances your outdoor space.
three different types of concrete blocks and how they are used to build the walls in this house
Installing Chimney Flashing
The apron flashing along the downslope of the chimney wraps around the corners of the chimney and is itself overlapped by step-flashing coming down each side. The cricket on the upslope side is also complex; it wraps corners and overlaps step-flashing below. Have a sheet-metal shop solder all seams so they’ll be watertight.
the layers of a mattress are labeled in this diagram
How to Make a Dead-Flat Bathroom Floor
Remodeler Tyler Grace describes a bathroom remodel in which the floor was almost 2 in. out of level, and not at all flat. In order to establish a flat floor without self-leveling compound as an option, he used dry-pack mortar installed on top of felt paper covered by wire lath.
Nobody ever said that a footing has to be made of concrete. The IRC does have a provision for wood-framed foundations on gravel footings, but I have never prescribed this method and don’t feel comfortable in doing so because even treated wood can deteriorate, especially if it is not properly protected before backfilling. Concrete Truck, Concrete Footings, Masonry Work, Concrete Contractor, Construction Details, Water Management, Crushed Stone, Top Soil, Concrete Slab
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The Right Footings for Strong Foundations: Gravel Footing
Nobody ever said that a footing has to be made of concrete. The IRC does have a provision for wood-framed foundations on gravel footings, but I have never prescribed this method and don’t feel comfortable in doing so because even treated wood can deteriorate, especially if it is not properly protected before backfilling.
Understand which type of whole-house heat-recovery ventilation system will create an efficient and healthy home, depending on certain environmental factors. Heat Recovery Ventilation System, Whole House Ventilation, Latent Heat, House Ventilation, Heat Recovery Ventilation, House Heating, Mechanical Ventilation, Air Handler, Heat Energy
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Choosing Between HRVs and ERVs
Understand which type of whole-house heat-recovery ventilation system will create an efficient and healthy home, depending on certain environmental factors.
the parts of a wooden window frame and how to use them in order to make it look like wood
Livestock Fencing
Custom Deck Railing
Farmhouse Fence
Deck Railing Diy
Wire Deck Railing
Deck Handrail
Deck Rails
Penthouse Ideas
Michael Chandler
Ideas for Custom Railings
While there’s no shortage of off-the-shelf railing systems from decking manufacturers, there still can be advantages to building your own system. Cost is one. Craft is another. Still another is the ability to deliver a unique outdoor feature that fits a client’s desires and a deck’s design perfectly.
an image of a pool being built with the words, calculating gravel below it
Contemporary Sheds
Basement Insulation
Building A Wooden House
Concrete Foundation
Fine Homebuilding
Construction Repair
Framing Construction
Civil Engineering Design
Building Foundation
Slab Foundation for Cold Climates: Calculating Gravel
Gravel is usually sold by the ton, and it weighs about 1.5 tons per yard. Simply calculate the cubic yards of gravel needed and divide that by 1.5 to determine the tonnage. Gravel orders are approximate; expect to receive and to pay for a bit more than you order.
an image of a room with measurements for the wall and flooring area in it
Kitchen Soffit
Carpentry Diy
Shower Pan
Towel Bars
The Blocks
Drywall
Towel Bar
Carpentry
Bathroom Backing and Blocking
Adding short pieces of dimensional lumber to strategic locations during rough framing aids the many construction steps that follow. This article shows 10 places where blocks should be located, including those for siding, towel bars, hand rails, shower pans, and kitchen soffits.
the components of a foundation for a house that is being constructed with wood and concrete
Building Details
Cabin Renovation
Passive Solar Design
House Redesign
House Foundation
Solar Design
Protecting Foundation Insulation
There is no perfect answer to the question of how to protect above-grade exterior foam. While metal flashing is a good solution, it’s not the only possibility.
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an image of the parts of a wooden door with names and description on it, including details
Wainscot Paneling
Trim Carpentry
Wainscoting Panels
Window Casing
Picture Rail
Chair Rail
Sash Windows
Raised Panel
Anatomy of a Wainscott Panel
Raised panels are the most traditional and formal style of paneling. Their elegant form derives from the practical need to prevent unsightly gaps from appearing as solid-wood parts expand and contract.
the diagram shows how to install shelves and cabinets
Build Pantry
Installing Kitchen Cabinets
Pantry Cabinets
Home Building Tips
Cabinet Remodel
Roof Architecture
Kitchen Design Plans
Bathroom Windows
Useful Kitchen Storage: Build Pantry Cabinets
Cabinets don’t make the space bigger, but they do add efficiency and appeal. Formerly a cramped storage space, this pantry was transformed into a good-looking room with lots more storage by the addition of well-designed, simple, and elegant cabinets.
a diagram showing the parts of a shower door and how it is built into an enclosure
Door Casing Ideas
Window And Door Trim
Window Jamb
Wall Niches
Interior Window Trim
Wall Panel Molding
Interior Window
The Art of Nailing Trim
Although the primary goal is to secure the pieces firmly in place, also think about hiding the nails whenever possible and spacing any visible nails as neatly as possible. It’s also a good idea to locate the framing in the wall first, typically by probing through the drywall with a finish nail, but only in the areas that will be covered by trim.
the diagram shows how to install a deck legger rot
Deck Foundation
Garden Activity
Rotten Wood
House Awnings
Porch Landscaping
Deck Framing
Deck Building
Pole Barn House Plans
Prevent Deck Ledger Rot: Best Water Detailing Tips for Building a Deck
Through bolts are the best choice for fastening the ledger, but they’ll do no good if they’re fastened to rotten wood. Meticulous water detailing stops rot before it starts.
an image of a house with different parts labeled in the front and side views on it
Rigid Insulation
Zinc Roof
Lap Siding
Roofing Felt
Passive Solar
What Are Passive Houses?
These high-performance building standards and certification guidelines help architects and builders create comfortable, super-energy-efficient houses.