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Removing Exterior Paint
When you have to take it all off, power tools and chemical strippers make quick work of a nasty job
— by John Tobey
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Restoring Wood With Epoxy
Instead of tearing out and replacing rotten wood, you can fix damage and make wood look as good and last as long as new
— by Tom O'Brien
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A New Trend in Home-Improvement Stores
Reuse centers offer recycled building materials at far below original price
— by Brian Pontolilo
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Pressure-Treated Wood: The Next Generation
The EPA is banning CCA lumber. The replacements are safer, but they may change how you build a deck.
— by Daniel S. Morrison
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Installing Vinyl-Clad Windows
A nailing flange makes installation quick and easy; but pay attention to the details, or you'll never get the windows open
— by Rick Arnold and Mike Guertin
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Vinyl Siding Done Right
If vinyl's final, you'd best get the details right. A veteran builder shows how to make it water-resistant and attractive.
— by Mike Guertin
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Why Exterior Finishes Fail
Government scientists explain why paint cracks, blisters and peels on your house, and how you can prevent it
— by Sam Williams, Mark Knaebe and William Feist
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Concrete Mix Design
This excerpt from Concrete Countertops describes some of the limitless color possibilities
— by Fu-Tung Cheng
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Understanding Cabinet Plywood
Back in the old days, veneer-core plywood was your only choice. Not any longer.
— by Scott Gibson
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The Argument for I-Joists
New products and increased competition make superior I-joist performance available at solid-lumber prices
— by Paul Fisette
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What are Structural Insulated Panels?
SIPs provide solid structure and insulation for walls and ceilings
— by Michael Morley
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Paint and Primer
Are they really the same thing with different labels?
— by Scott Gibson
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