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Terms of the Trade: What is a Birdsmouth?

It's a triangular cut connecting a wooden rafter to a wall.

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Hot Topics: Wiring New Light Switches

A forum chat about new light connections.

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Hot Topics: Unstick This Broken Nut

This week, the Forum does the twist.

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Hot Topics: What Kind of Switch Is This?

This week, the Forum turns us on to a new toggle.

Terms of the Trade

A putty knife with spackling paste on it being applied to a yellow wall. Terms of the Trade: What Is Spackling Paste?

Make sure your walls have a smooth surface before painting.

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Hot Topics

A house foundation with a hole at the base. Hot Topics: Foundation Openings at Base

Is a hole at the foundation of your house cause for concern?

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The Nuts and Bolts

A woman holds a Yale Assure Lock DIY Closer Look: Yale Assure Lock with Bluetooth

Check out how to install your own deadbolt as we look in depth at Yale's new smart lock.

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