Board and batten is a wall and siding style that uses wide vertical boards as the base surface and narrow strips called battens to cover the seams between them. Originally developed as exterior barn siding, board and batten is now commonly used for interior feature walls and modern farmhouse exteriors. When you look around at … Read more
Laminate flooring is a top choice for homeowners who want the look of hardwood without the high cost or difficult maintenance. But one major weakness separates laminate from solid wood: moisture. Water is the #1 threat to laminate flooring, and once moisture reaches the core, the flooring can swell, buckle, or permanently deform. This is … Read more
Learning how to drill angled holes—what most people call pocket holes—is one of those skills that instantly elevates your woodworking. The first time I watched someone drill a perfect pocket hole and pull two boards together with almost no effort, I remember thinking, That’s it? That’s all it takes? Years ago, angled holes were mainly … Read more
Plywood is ideal for bathrooms because of its strength, moisture resistance, and adaptability to any residential construction project. Choosing the best plywood for bathrooms depends on what you’re building, how strong you need the surface to be, and the finish you’d like to achieve. You can use plywood to build a bathroom vanity, construct decorative … Read more
The first time I tiled a bathroom, I was so focused on picking the perfect tile that I barely thought about what was underneath it. I wiped the plywood “clean,” slapped down some thinset, and hoped for the best. And for a few weeks, it looked great. Then the problems started: a hollow sound near … Read more