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Re-Roofing Over Architectural Shingles
July 29, 2011 – 2:45 pm | One Comment
Re-Roofing Over Architectural Shingles

Can Architectural Shingles Be Installed over Architectural Shingles?
Several readers have recently asked me if they can have architectural shingles installed over existing architectural shingles during a re-roofing project. With the growing number of architectural shingles …

Cement Board – Alternative Siding and Trim
July 28, 2011 – 5:59 pm | 2 Comments
Cement Board – Alternative Siding and Trim

Cement Board Siding & Trim
Cement Board siding and trim is becoming a real viable option for many home owners looking for an upgrade from vinyl siding while trying to avoid the maintenance issues of wood …

Rockwool Insulation
July 26, 2011 – 10:48 am | 6 Comments
Rockwool Insulation

Stone Wool Insulation Commonly Known as Rock Wool
Quite a few readers have been asking questions about rock wool type insulation so I thought it was a topic worth discussing. If you’re not familiar with the …

Window Casing – Using Pocket Screw Joints
June 24, 2011 – 10:31 am | One Comment
Window Casing – Using Pocket Screw Joints

Window Casing – Tight Joints Every Time
So we’ve all seen window casing that looks terrible because the joints have opened up over time. This even happens with the most forgiving joint (the butt and pass …

Install A Flag Pole Bracket On Vinyl Siding
June 14, 2011 – 5:22 am | 6 Comments
Install A Flag Pole Bracket On Vinyl Siding

How To Attach A Flag Pole To Vinyl Siding

Attaching a flag pole bracket to vinyl siding is an easy home improvement project that will allow you to show your patriotism on your home. However, if …

National Enjoy Your Deck Day Giveaway
May 12, 2011 – 5:18 pm | 12 Comments
National Enjoy Your Deck Day Giveaway

National Enjoy Your Deck Day
Fiberon Composite Decking is happy to announce that the second annual National Enjoy Your Deck Day is quickly approaching! Join people nationwide as they celebrate outdoor living on Saturday, June 4, …

Prepare the Home for 2011 Hurricane Season
May 11, 2011 – 5:43 pm | One Comment
Prepare the Home for 2011 Hurricane Season

MILLS RIVER, N.C. – Batten down the hatches — plus the windows, the doors and the roof. Hurricane Season 2011 starts on June 1, and based on expert predictions, it could be a whopper.
At Colorado …

Insulating Cathedral Ceiling with Foam Board
April 26, 2011 – 7:01 pm | 17 Comments
Insulating Cathedral Ceiling with Foam Board

Insulating Cathedral Ceilings
Insulating Cathedral Ceilings can be quite challenging. I’m in the early stages of building an amazing workshop to showcase tools over at Tool Box Buzz and shop projects here at HCI. The new …