June/July 2008

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RECLAIMED WOOD IS BEAUTIFUL AND GREEN by Sean Groom Whether it comes from a demolished factory, an old water tower, or a riverbed, salvaged wood is a great choice for flooring, cabinetry, millwork, and timber-frame construction	44
THE WELL-DESIGNED WALK-IN CLOSET by Lynne Heinzmann Although they are often crammed into whatever space remains on a floor plan, these closets deserve thoughtful location, layout, and outfitting	52
INSTALLING A SHOWER NICHE by Jane Aeon Improve bathroom storage and style with a simple wall recess	56
CRAFTSMAN-STYLE CASING by Tucker Windover Clean lines and balanced proportions are the key ingredients for this classic trim treatment	60
YES, YOU NEED A CORDLESS IMPACT DRIVER by Michael Maines These compact, high-torque tools leave cordless drills in the dust for most any drilling or driving application	66
A SMALL, SPACIOUS HOUSE FOR A SKINNY CITY LOT by Roxana Vargas-Greenan and Trent Greenan A contest-winning design squeezes a vaulted living room, a master suite, and room to breathe onto a pencil-thin lot	70
MAKE SURE THE POWER IS OFF by Clifford A. Popejoy Two testers and some basic know-how are all you need to be certain you are working safely	74
BUILDING A CHERRY ENTRY DOOR by Rex Alexander Easy-to-follow steps for making a strong, elegant door and a weatherproof threshold	78
SMART DECK-FRAMING STRATEGIES by Mike Guertin Ledger brackets, flexible flashing, and a joist-hanger jig are a few field-tested tricks for overcoming construction challenges	80
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CONTRIBUTORS	8
LETTERS	10
CROSS SECTION Power plants for the home, Passive survivability	20
TIPS & TECHNIQUES Scribing a skirtboard, Small-SUV cargo carrier	28
TOOLS & MATERIALS Contractor's saw, Quick primer, Rope tightener	36
FINISHING TOUCHES Mudrooms for harmony at home	86
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Window in a tiled shower, Chimney leak, Spray-foam longevity	88
WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE? Self-adhesive flashing, Construction adhesive, Tile-setting compound	94
BUILDING SKILLS Hanging drywall on walls	100
DRAWING BOARD Integrating a home office	104
MASTER CARPENTER Reproducing historic architectural details	110
INDEX TO ADVERTISERS	117
GREAT MOMENTS The Junkie's Wife	118
BACK COVER The Poetry House

Reclaimed Wood is Beautiful and Green; The Well-Designed Walk-In Closet; Installing a Shower Niche; Craftsman-Style Casing; Yes, You Need a Cordless Impact Driver; A Small, Spacious House for a Skinny City Lot; Make Sure the Power Is Off; Building a Cherry Entry Door; Smart Deck-Framing Strategies