October/November 2006

Issue # 182

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Table of Contents

Articles		Page
LAMINATE FLOORING IS HERE TO STAY by Justin Fink It's better and more affordable than ever		48
A DURABLE ROOF-VALLEY REPAIR by Stephen Hazlett Eliminate leaks with peel-and-stick membrane and metal flashing		53
REINVENTING THE HOUSE by Andrew Dey Open building is a systematic method of efficient, adaptable design and construction		58
YARD-SALE BUREAU BECOMES A BATHROOM VANITY by Mike Guertin Transform an old dresser into a classy bathroom fixture		64
MASTERING COMPLEX CROWN by Joe Milicia A multiple-piece cornice adds sumptuous detail		66
LOW-MAINTENANCE EAVES by Rick Arnold Aluminum fascias and vinyl soffits never need painting, look great, and incorporate ventilation		72
LAKE COTTAGE OVERHAUL by Rosemary McMonigal Get the details right, and a small increase in wall thickness can make a big difference in energy performance		76
BUILDING A DIVIDED-LITE STORM SASH by T. H. Richards Changing the setup of router bits is the key to quick window construction		82
HIP-ROOF FRAMING MADE EASIER by John Carroll Measure from the rafter's bottom edge for exact layout		86
CAN A CIRCULAR-SAW EDGE GUIDE REPLACE YOUR TABLESAW? by Michael Standish These systems offer a safe, precise way to cut sheet goods		92

Departments		Page
CONTRIBUTORS		6
LETTERS		8
CROSS SECTION Skills USA, Glass House		16
TIPS & TECHNIQUES Guide block, Knockdown drying rack, Deck fasteners		24
TOOLS & MATERIALS Drill/drivers, Reclaimed flooring, Job-site desk		32
BREAKTIME		42
FINISHING TOUCHES Concrete emerges inside the house		98
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS Supplying makeup air, Joist hangers		102
WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE? Window glazing, Framing lumber, Mortar mix		112
BUILDING SKILLS Step flashing		120
DRAWING BOARD Dressing up a gable end		126
MASTER CARPENTER Built-up crown in a curved room		136
INDEX TO ADVERTISERS		144
GREAT MOMENTS King Cone		146

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