Design
Photo: courtesy Marc Nissim, Harmony Design
Tests for permeability measure vapor diffusion through a material with 50 percent RH air on one side and either a desiccant (“dry cup test”) or liquid water (“wet cup test)” on the other.
Understanding how water vapor interacts with building materials is critical to avoiding moisture problems in building assemblies
For fast, accurate installation, organize and cut trim pieces by window size, then preassemble into frames in the shop
Photo courtesy Jeffrey A. Davis, Davis Photograph
This inspiring modernization of an 80-year-old historical structure holds lessons any remodeler can put to work
How deck builders weigh potential liability against the needs of budget-conscious homeowners who just want a repair
Railings provide safety but also define the overall look of a deck. Contractor views differ on what works, what doesn’t, and who decides.
Design meetings that involve every employee generate better results and a deeper understanding of the project
Follow these three rules for better indoor air quality in the home
ODL minimizes maintenance and increases safety with these blinds-between-glass windows and doors
Two cool new products, and one 'immensely popular' one add up to a hat trick for Feeney
This extrusion does double duty as both a hidden fastener and a deck drainage system
In some cases, specs are separate documents detailing product choices and installation practices. In other instances, the remodeler will put as much product info as will fit on the blueprints. This example is from Otogawa-Anschel Design+Build, in Minneapolis.
Project specification documents have a big impact on a remodeler’s profit. Follow these guidelines to make sure they’re detailed, clear, and accurate.
The New American Remodel is co-sponsored by Professional Remodeler and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). The home will be open for tours during the International Builders’ Show in January 2018.
Transforming a 1930s Orlando home into a showcase of contemporary living
Image features the Easy Drain from Easy Sanitary Solutions
A more-is-less trend that's leading to much sleeker showers and sinks
These innovative materials make use of stuff that would otherwise have been thrown away
Meadowlark Design + Build uses this clear graphic to bring homeowners up to speed on what's involved in a remodeling project
A panel sliding system for those who like seeing the outdoors without having to weather the elements
New 3-D Design software that keeps you (even further) ahead of the curve
The second part of our two-part story focuses on the project’s finishes and strategic solutions to real-world construction challenges
Step-by-step instructions on how to display a SketchUp model on top of a photo of the existing space