Tools and Materials
Tile Cutting Tools
In fact, you’ll probably use not one, but several, of these tile cutting tools. Good thing is that, aside from the wet tile saw, these are all pretty cheap tools to buy. Snap Tile Cutter A snap tile cutter is an el cheapo tile cutting tool that you can get from any hardware store, costing you... »
Learn About Types of Subfloor and Underlayment
Below the finish floor, and above the floor joists (or concrete slab), is the subfloor. Sometimes, you’ll have an underlayment that comes between the subfloor and the finish floor, too. These terms are confusing because sometimes you’ll want both, sometimes not. And other times, the same material can be used as both subfloor and... »
What is Dimensional Lumber?
You hear this term, dimensional lumber, a lot; but in my mind it’s over-used and almost redundant. Here’s why: Dimensional lumber simply means any kind of lumber that comes in standardized sizes. So, rather than a knobby, gnarly, and oddly-sized log, we’re talking about the 50 or so 2×4’s that are sawn out of that... »
The Many Uses of Wood Shims
Wood shims are great things. But I’m not really sure if you should classify them as a building material or a tool. I think the fall into both categories. It’s surprising how many people buy wood shims just for installing windows or doors, but never use them for other things… It’s a great idea to... »