Framing

Looking for a simple expansion that’ll give you more space in your home? A new dormer in a cramped, underused attic might just be the ticket.…

Turn your unfinished basement into beautiful, functional living space. Framing basement walls and ceilings is the core of any basement finishing…

Learn the simple framing techniques that ensure accurately built, tightly framed walls. This article explains the basics of marking up and…

You'll like steel framing. Steel studs are perfectly straight, don't shrink or split. They're light, easy to store, resist fire, insects and…

You can add a spacious, airy outdoor porch to your home. We'll show you everything you need to complete the project yourself, including how…

If you install them properly, joist hangers will keep your decks and floors strong as wood dries, twists, shrinks and ages. We'll show you a…

We show two good ways to insulate and finish a basement or concrete wall. A 2x2 wall saves space and a 2x4 wall is easier to assemble and…

One bowed stud can make a whole wall look bad. Before you hang the drywall, fix badly warped studs so that the finished wall will look straight…

Houses stay plumb and level not because of all the studs and joists, but because of the diagonal bracing—the triangles—incorporated…

With proper flashing, a wood deck will last many years; without it, the deck and the ledger it's attached to will quickly rot. Detailed…

Whether you're hanging a picture or framing a house, getting things plumb and level is essential. Learn the best ways to use a level to get…

You can safely drill joists for electrical and plumbing runs without weakening the joists, if you follow the rules.

OSB and plywood can both be used for walls, floors and roofs, but there are some differences between them. Here’s a rundown of the…

Recurring cracks in a ceiling with full-span trusses may be caused by various types of moisture problems— sometimes in foundations, but…

High-strength structural screws are beginning to displace traditional lag screws as the fastener of choice for structural applications.…

Transform your garage into a room by adding wiring, insulation and wall covering. A finished garage can become a workshop, mechanic's space,…

Need more closet space? You gain tons of storage space by stealing a few feet from a room and building a new closet, complete with double…

Want to add a new window or door to an exterior weight-bearing wall? We’ll explain how headers work and give you some tips on how to…

Building codes specify allowable sizes and locations for holes and cuts in studs. Here's a handy guide to those requirements that will keep your…

Create space in your garage for a motorcycle, ATV, riding mower, woodworking tools or odds and ends with this simple, wood-foundation addition.