eLetter - Illegal HVAC: The best humidity buster for new homes?

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April 18, 2011

Free Video: Learn Speedy Wall-Layout Secrets From the Framing Veteran Framer Scott Grice and veteran builder Larry Haun hash out the the best way to measure and mark wall framing for a new Habitat for Humanity house in this episode of Building Skills. Watch the video Also read: • 6 ways to stiffen a bouncy floor • 10 rules for framing Bonus Video: Floor Maintenance Once you've got your floor finished, you'll want it to last. Check out these FREE tips on how to keep your floors looking fantastic for years to come. Also, watch the entire 10-step series if you're planning to install a new wood floor. Watch the video Also read: • Replacing a floorboard • Hand vs. pneumatic flooring nailers How to Build the Best Sawhorses Is strength or portability of a job-site sawhorse your biggest priority? Editor Patrick McCombe found a design that gives the best of both worlds. Learn how to make these stackable site-built sawhorses in 6 steps with common materials. Read more Read more articles form the latest issue of Fine Homebuilding: • Fasteners for grooved decking • Smart phones for smart builders • Designed for density Illegal Dehumidifiers May Be Your Only Option Modern insulated homes may need dehumidification when they don't need cooling, but right-size code-compliant HVAC equipment can be tough to find in North America. Builder and designer Michael Chandler lays down some solutions to this sticky situation. Read more Also read: • Removing moisture from homes with air conditioners • The right drainage can keep your house dry and your landscape green • It often makes more sense to use a dehumidifier than an air conditioner

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