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Urban Rustic: Charred Cedar Siding
Mixing natural and charred cedar gives the house a bold look
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Does This Roof Need More Foam?
Spray foam contractors recommend one thing, the building inspector says another. Who's right?
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Solving Hot Water Piping Problems
To avoid long wait times for hot water, cluster your wet rooms
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What’s the Most Durable Grout?
GBA’s technical director, a former remodeler with modest tile experience, wonders why more people aren't using polyurethane grout
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The Pros and Cons of Solar Storage
Adding battery storage to your solar system is a must for off-the-grid living and a great idea for shaving your peak demand or for back-up power
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Blower Door Testing a Living Building
Multi-fan testing in large buildings is always a challenge
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Architects’ Group Reports Progress on Carbon-Cutting Goals
More firms are designing buildings that cut energy use, but efforts are still far short of 2030 targets
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A Pretty Good House in the Sierra Nevada
Designed and built with best practices and some experimentation, this home is tight, well-insulated, and zero-energy ready
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Can Middle America Afford Climate Change Solutions?
With some caveats, many Americans will be able to afford to move to a carbon-free life
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How to Install Doors in Thick Walls
Super-insulated walls make it challenging to install standard-size doors. Here are a few proven options for making jamb and sill extensions that work.