Framing

Walkout Basements

Walkout Basements Add Value Walkout basements are very popular in this part of the country. A walkout basement has many…

16 years ago

Framing A Raked Wall

Today I finally got a chance to work on framing the walls that will enclose the stairs to my work…

16 years ago

ZIP System Wall and Roof Sheathing

People who read my blog on a regular basis know that I'm a huge fan of AdvanTech sheathing products. Huber…

16 years ago

Total House Construction Series – Foundation to Finish

I'd like to announce a series of posts that I'll be doing over the next few months: Total House Construction…

16 years ago

Creating Storage Room with Attic Trusses

Attic Trusses Create Attic Space An inexpensive way to create additional storage space in your new home is to use…

17 years ago

Using Metal Hangers/Connectors For Wood Framing

One of the great products available for construction these days are the metal hangers and connectors. Almost every house built…

17 years ago

TJI Floor Joist Time Saver

How To Quickly Cut TJI Joists I'm often asked if there is a quick way to cut long TJI (I-Joist)…

17 years ago

AdvanTech Sheathing Vs Plywood

AdvanTech Sheathing AdvanTech sheathing is an amazing product that I used on my new house. The product is so good…

18 years ago

Garage Workshop – Stair Design

The other day I posted about one of my projects for the summer being building stairs up to my new…

18 years ago

Framed Bearing Wall

Basement Bearing Walls Last year at this time we began framing the house. Looking at the pictures reminds me of…

18 years ago