INSTALLATION ARTICLES FROM AROUND THE WEB
CAULK FREE COLUMN WRAP
Rather than adding plinth, collar moldings, and paneling on top of boards--which invites rot and mold, I now spend a little more time and effort maintaining a clear drain-plane path... read more
DECK WRAP
Sandwiching two pieces of material together traps moisture and causes rapid material failure. Always separate exterior finish material from any rough framing... read more (.pdf)
MITER JOINT MOVEMENT
Understanding seasonal wood movement, and moisture content, is the key to saving your hard work from ruin... read more
FAST & EASY WAINSCOT LAYOUT
To calculate the layout of the panel spacing, always begin with an estimate of the panel size... read more
TRADITIONAL STOOL & APRON
Trimming a window correctly is one job that begins with good design and ends with proper technique, especially if the design is anything more elaborate than picture-framed casing... read more
MOISTURE CONTENT
The moisture content of wood is tied directly to the relative humidity of the surrounding air.... read more
EXTERIOR PORCH DETAILS
(For Traditional Materials) Using sound techniques for installing traditional materials in an exterior environment... read more
CRAFTSMAN MANTELPIECE
Several (JLC) attendees have asked about getting plans for the mantel. I hope this article is more helpful... read more
TAPERD & FLUTED NEWEL POSTS
I wanted to demonstrate how to mix materials, so I used wood for the wrap on this column... read more
COFFERED CEILING HOW-TO
If you'd like to add dimension and character to a plain room, nothing beats the traditional look of a coffered ceiling... read more
