Home Building & Additions
Engineered Wood Building Products Deliver Better Homes
Published on September 10th, 2024
A few years ago I visited one of the largest, most advanced sawmills in North America, and I came away with something...Continue Reading
Woodworking & Cabinetmaking
CLASSIC WOODEN STAIR RAILING VIDEO: See How It All Goes ...
Published on September 6th, 2024
Video Watch Time = 10 minutes There's something satisfying about a solid, classic stair railing That's why I...Continue Reading
Energy Efficiency
See How Heat is Delivered Underground
Published on August 21st, 2024
Even people who don't heat with wood or use an outdoor wood boiler find it interesting to see how heat is delivered...Continue Reading
Energy Efficiency
HOME INSULATION: The Invisible Investment That Keeps On ...
Published on August 9th, 2024
When it comes to home insulation, “overdoing it” today is often the bare minimum tomorrow That’s been the...Continue Reading
Buildings & Structures
Cabin Roof Insulation from the Top
Published on August 9th, 2024
Earlier this year I was advising a married couple on how they can have a summer home built in a small, beautiful...Continue Reading
Buildings & Structures
50% ENERGY SAVINGS: How to Build With Structural Insulat...
Published on July 30th, 2024
A while back I talked to a young pastor about a building project he has in mind His church is planning to put up a...Continue Reading
Masonry & Stonework
VIDEO: Five Reasons to Love Masonry
Published on July 23rd, 2024
Thinking of building or renovating Masonry such as brick, block, stone and concrete are worth considering I've...Continue Reading
Plumbing
WATER LINE FREEZE PROTECTION: Watch a Video Tour of An A...
Published on July 23rd, 2024
Got a water line that needs to be protected from frost Watch an actual installation video that I made a while back...Continue Reading
Patios, Decks & Sunrooms
DECK DESIGN DETAILS: How a Router and Three Bits Boost B...
Published on July 19th, 2024
Got a deck building project in mind for your house Most people who build decks or have a deck built by a...Continue Reading
Home Building & Additions
PLANNING A NEW HOME OR ADDITION?: Follow These Steps to ...
Published on July 16th, 2024
Reading Time = 5 minutes Q: How should my husband and I choose an architect We’ve bought five...Continue Reading
Sheds & Greenhouses
BUILD A POLE BARN: This Primer Will Help You Build a Gre...
Updated on July 10th, 2024
Reading Time = 13 minutes If you need to add shelter to your property easily and economically, pole barns are...Continue Reading
Basements, Foundations & Attics
Attics Offer Big Potential for Great Living Space
Published on June 25th, 2024
A few years ago I began advising a homeowner named Kat She approached me for advice on exactly how to convert her...Continue Reading