Construction
Two techniques for cutting irregular shapes without measuring dimensions or angles.
The exterior of this Minneapolis remodel is clad using PVC panels and open-joint PVC deck boards applied in asymmetric patterns and trimmed with narrow extruded aluminum profiles.
And when we say “lasts,” we’re talking about a really, really, long, long time.
Pro Builder's Senior Editor Mike Beirne took the time to encapsulate his crawlspace and brings you on his journey from mold to moisture management.
New materials make for a water management rainscreen system that drains well and doesn’t telegraph through open-joint siding.
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Effective soundproofing is the result of the materials used, and how they are connected or isolated from each other.
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When large tiles break, the substrate usually gets the blame. But often the real culprit is using the wrong technique to trowel the mortar.
These fine white filaments are mycelium—basically mushroom roots. It is the means by which fungus stays connected and nuorished, but researchers have also discovered it may be a means to disrupt the building materials market. Insulation, door cores, flooring, cladding, light fixtures, furniture—mycelium is a cheap, durable, and easy to manufacture alternative to all and more.
With price spikes and shortages of traditional building materials, it may be time to start considering non-traditional ones
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Create a drainage plane and rebuild with water-tolerant materials
A 70% increase to softwood lumber products prices in single-family homes is landing first on contractors and then on to homeowners
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This site-built lever solves the problem of safely lifting and supporting a heavy load while working solo.
A new report on accessory-dwelling units shows growth in most markets, with some areas (hello Portland) seeing huge increases
2021 TNAR remodeler Rob Smith, owner of E2 Homes explains the danger of improper roof flashing
Using this old-school method, footings and stem walls are formed and poured together
NARI's 2020 CotY Awards celebrate the best remodeling has to offer, reminding us of the extraordinary work our industry is producing
Save your team a headache by using this detailed pre-con list with clients before the job starts
To draw air from sub-slab soil, the slab must be airtight
A look at this year's home, which aims to serve as a design beacon to new developments in its palm-heavy, stucco-clad, equestrianian neighborhood on the outskirts of Las Vegas
The NPN formally launched late last year with a party in January to celebrate.
Navien’s non-condensing water heater is a first in the market
During a hurricane, a lot of wind and water damage occurs when soffits blow off the building. Here’s a look at why it happens and how to prevent it.