Different Types of Mortar and Their Uses
When it comes to masonry construction, choosing the right type of mortar is crucial for the success and durability of your project. Different types of mortar...
When it comes to masonry construction, choosing the right type of mortar is crucial for the success and durability of your project. Different types of mortar...
It’s been a great summer and you’ve been enjoying your patio or deck as much as humanly possible, right? Well, remember early this spring when you opened up...
When it comes to construction and woodworking, selecting the right materials is essential for the success and durability of a project. Two commonly used...
Siding is not just about enhancing your home's curb appeal; it's also a protective barrier against the elements. From wood and vinyl to fiber cement and stucco...
Generally speaking, when you compare common decking materials there are three choices: Cedar, pressure-treated wood and composite decking. Neither one is a bad...
Summer is here and with it comes the heat. For those working in construction it means stress, exhaustion, and dehydration are all top concerns in the...
Mold can be a silent but destructive home invader, creeping in from unsuspecting spots and causing significant damage and even health threats if left unchecked...
Summer brings warmer weather and longer days, making it a busy and productive time for contractors. However, working in high temperatures and under intense sun...
Poor indoor air quality is ubiquitous in the U.S., so much so that the Environmental Protection Agency considers it a chief environmental threat. An EPA Office...
A front porch can be a great addition to a home for many reasons, including enhancing its curb appeal and functionality. Updating or adding a new front porch...
In the construction business, it stands to reason that productivity is the key to success. So, what is the key to productivity, might you ask? A good place to...
Mold is a common problem in many homes, and the appearance of mold could mean many things. By recognizing mold right away, it will be easier to reduce the risk...
Q. How can I mount newel posts to a deck on a flat roof without cutting into the roof? A. Paul Nichter, a contractor in Islesboro, Maine, responds: I’ve been...
As soon as the snow melts and the ground is somewhat thawed, it is the perfect time to start getting your deck ready for spring. This way, you can spend more...
Shingle and Shake Coverage The same shingles and shakes used to cover roofs may be used as siding; however, different maximum exposures apply (see Figure:...
Many think air pollution is just an outdoor issue. The truth is, indoor air quality is just as important. Perhaps even more so, when you consider the amount...
The strength of wood is typically measured by a number of "strength properties," including: Modulus of rupture in bending - This reflects the maximum load...
Sanding your floor can be a moderately difficult task but also one that reinvigorates even some of the most weathered floors. Here are the 7 steps you need to...
It’s easy to feel cooped up inside after a few months of winter. The holiday buzz has died down, you’ve finally finished putting away all those seasonal...
Updating a primary bathroom can be wonderful to meet changing needs, refresh for a modern style, or improve home sale prospects. But what bathroom remodeling...
Vinyl is one the most popular flooring options available. If you’ve used it before, or experienced it in another home or office then you already know why. For...
A leaking roof can be a very stressful situation for any homeowner, no matter what the size, extent, or location of the leak. Knowing how to react to a roof...
Looking to upgrade your exterior steel door to a more energy efficient fiberglass or solid wood door? Or perhaps you want to replace the composite interior...
Wood siding, for all of its classic elegance and historical significance, can require a lot of upkeep. Beyond the usual scraping and painting, there will be...
Outdoor spaces are one of the hottest remodeling trends for 2021, but designing full-scale outdoor living rooms may be out of scope for many companies. However...
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