Building Materials
Building Materials
Telling a Story That Preserves the Past
Custom builder and historic restoration and preservation expert Brent Hull walks us through the careful details of his Pennsylvania Farmhouse project
Custom Builder
Merging Ancient Construction With Modern Living
This vacation home pushes the boundaries of traditional log construction techniques and incorporates elegant details elevating this typically rustic building method
Construction
Detailing for Dissimilar Materials
Creating adequate separation between materials is critical to mitigating cracks (and worse) along cementitious surfaces.
Construction
Trouble-Free Stucco Overhangs
Transitions from walls to horizontal surfaces are prone to moisture problems. Attention to proper detailing in these areas is key.
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Building Materials
A supplier never forgets
In the past month I have had the opportunity to present to and spend time with two different groups of 25 successful, independent lumber &…
Technology
Drywall Calculator
Simply input the dimensions of a space and this app will provide the total square footage and the number of 4 x 8-foot drywall sheets required for…
Building Materials
Dow and Greater Houston Builders’ Association host Houston Building Science and Energy Forum
Last Wednesday, Dow Building Solutions and the Great Houston Builder’s Association(GHBA) hosted an all-day Houston Building Science and Energy Forum for local residential builders and remodelers.
Insulation
CertainTeed introduces new online tools
CertainTeed Insulation has introduced three new online tools to help building professionals better market efficiency improvements to homeowners.
Building Materials
Georgia builder sees advantages in energy-efficient flooring and wall sheathing
Al Durden, construction supervisor for SF Communities in Macon, Ga., builds quality residential homes in Macon and surrounding communities throughout Middle Georgia. Recent alterations in SF Communities’ standard construction practices require Durden to build quieter, more energy-efficient homes.
Marketing & Sales
Time for remodelers to innovate is now
During the housing boom, new products were being introduced into the home building market at a staggering rate.According to the Harvard Joint Center…
Green & Sustainable
Hurricane Tough
ZIP System wall panels from Huber Engineered Woods are now available in longer lengths designed specifically for high-wind regions.
Building Materials
Products Featured in September 2006 Custom Builder
Home security and elecronic products are featured this month.
Leadership
In My Own Words: Estes Builders
Kevin Estes of Estes Builders shares insight to some of the products they put into the homes they build.
Leadership
Sharper Edge
Trends in window glass for building secure and air-tight homes with beautiful views.