Nails and Fasteners

Tall Deck on a Sloped Lot
When deck posts exceed what the prescriptive code tables allow, it's time to consult a structural engineer for post sizing and possible bracing.
Nail-Set Upgrade
Make your Spring Tools nail sets easier to find by adding some color.
Podcast 591: Members-only Aftershow—Hidden Costs of Construction
The crew talks about unexpected expenses associated with residential construction.
Trimming Your Trim Nails
If you need shorter trim nails than the ones you have, cut them to size with an old pair of snips.
Precise Panel Fasteners
The Standard Range from Fastmount is a versatile solution for projects requiring precise panel placements without exposed fasteners.
PVC for a Rot-Proof Fence
Built with rot-proof material with traditional tools and techniques, this classic border is engineered to never sag.
Balancing Design and High-Performance Construction
Builder Travis Brungardt and architect Chris Fein reflect on working together to design and build a beautiful midcentury-modern home with durability and performance goals in mind.
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Limit Thermal Bridging With ZIP System R-Sheathing
Travis Brungardt and Joe Cook of Catalyst Construction discuss the air control layer in an attached garage and how this space is integrated into the conditioned enclosure.
Tip-Proof Kitchen Island on a Concrete Floor
To secure an island on legs to a concrete floor, anchor a cleat to the floor and attach the cabinets to the cleat.
Splicing Deck Joists Over a Beam
When joining deck joists over a center beam, overlapping them is the simplest, but butting them over the center beam will allow you to maintain one continuous line of fasteners.

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