Here are the online extras from Fine Homebuilding’s June 2025 Issue #331:
On page 8 of issue #331, we featured a number of online videos, articles, and discussions and urged readers to check them out. Here are links to all of them:
| Online Extra: Landscaping Goes Electric Learn about alternatives to gas-powered leaf blowers, which create noise and air pollution. Check out the full article here. |
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Ambassadors: Back at the Builders’ Show We hit the floor at IBS to check out the newest tools and materials. Check out our finds on the @finehomebuilding Instagram and TikTok. |
| Shared on Social Media: Cordless vs. Pneumatic Nailers When Patrick, Mike, and Grant chat about the pros and cons of cordless and pneumatic nailers, commenters weigh in on their preferred nailer for framing and finish work. Join the conversation on the @finehomebuilding Instagram account. |
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Heard on the Podcast: Tools, Tools, Tools Episode 675 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast features tons of expert tool recommendations from our team and our listeners. Check it out here. |
| As Seen on Video: Sorting Through Siding Tune into a conversation about durable and cost-effective siding options and the next big trends in siding, featuring insights from a builder, architect, and product rep. Watch the full video here. |
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From the Forum: What’s the Best Wood for a Front-Entry Deck? Hop onto the forum to chime in or to ask your own building questions. |
Check out more from Fine Homebuilding Issue #331.
Fine Homebuilding Recommended Products
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Reliable Crimp Connectors
These reliable, high-quality connectors from Wirefy work on 10-22-gauge wire have heat-shrink insulation to keep out water and road salt.
8067 All-Weather Flashing Tape
Available in 2- to 12-in. widths, this is a good general-purpose flashing tape that sticks well to most things. It features a two-piece release paper, water-shedding layers, and good UV resistance.
Handy Heat Gun
This heat gun is great for drying joint compound, primer and paint when patching drywall and plaster walls. Plus it can soften adhesive, get a very cold small engine to start, and shrink heat-shrink tubing.
