August/ September 2003

Articles		Page
ALL DOORKNOBS AREN'T THE SAME by Scott Gibson Especially with interior locksets, the feel, the finish, and the parts you can't see make the difference		58
MUDSILLS: WHERE THE FRAMING MEETS THE FOUNDATION by Jim Anderson Even if the foundation is not square or level, getting the mudsills right will get you back on track		63
BACK PORCH SHOWER by Ron Cascio A private alcove for the joy of outdoor bathing		68
THE EIGHT BEST POWER PLANERS by Andy Beasley Whether you're hanging doors or framing walls, here are the top picks from a crowded field		70
Power planers cut the cord		75
THE GREENEST HOUSE IN AMERICA? by Peter L. Pfeiffer Although it's healthful, low maintenance, and easy on the environment, this Texas home is also lots of fun to live in		76
BEAUTIFUL TRIM FROM PLYWOOD by Michael Standish It's a stable and less expensive alternative to solid wood		82
EXENSION LADDER BASICS by Billy Romp How to move, raise, and secure these essential tools safely		86
A SURPRISINGLY ROOMY LITTLE KITCHEN by Patrick Sutton A small kitchen that's fine-tuned for comfort and efficiency		92
Living with a wood counter by Margaret Lewis		95
ADDING A BATHROOM FAN by Mike Guertin A quiet fan, airtight ductwork, and a leak-free vent combine to clear moisture from the bathroom and the house		96
FINDING SPACE IN A SMALL HOUSE by Tina Govan Long views, built-ins, porches, and patios allow a retired couple to pare down in style		102
Departments		Page
LETTERS		6
BREAKTIME		16
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Dust collection for miter saws, Pilot-hole sizing for lag bolts		20
TIPS & TECHNIQUES Corner-clamp system, Deck-railing support, Working with logs		30
DRAWING BOARD Planning a new stairway		36
CROSS SECTION Safety-minded tablesaw, Remodeling vs. vacations, Protecting hearing		46
FINISHING TOUCHES Light and shadow play		108
TOOLS & MATERIALS Compound-miter saw, Liquid bandage, New impact drivers		114
WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE? What's the best way to secure wire?		126
REVIEWS Historic Millwork, Modern Kitchen Workbook		136
INDEX TO ADVERTISERS		144
GREAT MOMENTS Always read the owner's manual		146

All Doorknobs Aren't the Same, Mudsills: Where the Framing Meets the Foundation, Back Porch Shower, The Eight Best Power Planers, The Greenest House in America?, Beautiful Trim from Plywood, Extension Ladder Basics, A Surprisingly Roomy Little Kitchen, Adding a Bathroom Fan, Finding Space in a Small House