Framework
Your home's framework—from the walls to the foundation to joists—supports everything else. Understand, maintain, and improve yours with our expert guides.
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Basics of Removing a Load-Bearing Wall
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How to Tell If a Wall Is Load-Bearing
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Subfloors and Underlayment for Ceramic Tile Floors
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How to Level a Floor
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OSB vs. Plywood: Best Subfloor Material Compared
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Learn the Basics of Floor Joist Spans
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10 Signs Your Home Has Foundation Problems
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How to Fix Water Problems in the Crawl Space
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Dimensional Lumber Sizes For Building and Remodeling
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What You Should Know About Blow-In Cellulose Insulation
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How to Remove a Non-Load-Bearing Wall
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How to Install Floor Cement Board Underlayment for Tile
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Choose the Best Underlayment for Laminate Flooring
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Laminate Underlayment: What to Know Before Installation
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Sound Insulation to Floors That Dampens Noise
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What Is the Purpose of Subfloor vs. Underlayment?
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How to Use Cement Backer Board
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Building Code Foundation Requirements
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How to Jack up a House
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Rough-In: Defined for Plumbing and Other Trades
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House Foundation Types, Uses, and Pros and Cons
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How to Build an Interior Wall
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How to Convert a Flat Ceiling to Vaulted
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How to Repair Cracks in a Concrete Wall
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Home Drain Tile: What Is It For?
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How to Frame a Window
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Guide to Removing Interior and Exterior House Walls
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Exposed Beam and Joist Ceilings: What to Know
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15 Log and Timber Homes
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How to Build a Room Addition With Contractors
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7 Free DIY Cabin Plans
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How to Estimate Framing Materials