It's all about the sand. and eye protection.

Pourable construction grout makes it easy to fill the tough spots

An #oldschool approach to decorative concrete surfaces

In this video, the robotic 'narrator' asks multiple questions about construction innovations of the near future.

Floor layout and framing, some good news from the building inspector, and a pleasant surprise on the adhesive front

This first video in the series focuses on the existing conditions and the demolition sequence. Following videos look at the foundation, framing, exterior shell, and exterior finishes.

Two ways to insulate a brick veneer wall, from the Inside

An overview of what it is, how to mix it, where to use it, and what to add

Square up to the back wall, layout 45-degree lines, placing corners at the house and work outward

Flashing must extend all the way from the wall to the outside. Oh yeah, and it has to be watertight and eight people have to work on it...

Another effort in the never-ending war on bad information and ingrained myths

No premixing required

Old Building Details That Work

Simple country houses, Brutalist bodegas, and superb craftsmanship

A solid connection for adding bolts to existing concrete

Not all places have water that comes out of the ground courtesy of the city. Sometimes it comes out of a truck.

Some familiar and not-so-familiar techniques for building concrete foundations.