How-To

An Easier Method for Mitered Head Casings
Making mitered head casings is a breeze with this simple system.
Making and Installing Wood Wall Paneling
An expert carpenter details the steps of building and installing veneered wall paneling.
Installing Prefinished Cabinet Molding
Use these assembly techniques when installing crown risers and molding to minimize visible gaps and nail holes.
Tall Deck on a Sloped Lot
When deck posts exceed what the prescriptive code tables allow, it's time to consult a structural engineer for post sizing and possible bracing.
Seven Ways to Remove Paint
From scrapers to power strippers and infrared lamps, there are several methods for removing stubborn paint, each with different costs, time requirements, and health-safety considerations.
Precut Bottom Plates in Doorways
Avoid damaging the floor by cutting part of the rough opening before standing and securing the wall.
Prevent Paint Bridging With Picks
Dental picks are a handy tool for removing paint that pools in the gap between a cabinet-door panel and the stiles and rails.
Stop Cracks at Corners
Enhance the holding strength of outside corner bead with a fiber-mesh tape.
Sticker Smudge Solution
Use this method to clean packaging tape residue from building materials without damaging a surface.
Makeshift Foam Tip for Tight Spots
Use a scrap of nonmetallic cable sheathing to extend a spray-foam-gun tip into hard-to-reach areas.

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