Gambrel roofs are a hallmark of the Cape Cod ... he noted that its seeming simplicity can “lead unskilled individuals to attempt roof framing and construction, potentially resulting in poor ...

The 56-foot diameter design has a two-pitched gambrel conical roof with cupola. The lower section is constructed of hollow clay with the upper section constructed of wood. The barn originally ...

An expert explains what you need to know before installing dormer windows. They add height, light, and curb appeal, but are a ...

That's precisely what Rob and Melinda Daniels did. The couple, who have no home-building experience, built their dream luxury ...

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It’s been awhile since our team of editors here at Family Handyman have tackled a full garage build, but over the years, ...

There was a time when neighbors could tell a crew was framing a house by the sound of metal-on-metal-on-wood, since hammering nails was the only way to connect large dimensional lumber.

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Aerial view of the Flamengo Parkalong the shore of Guanabara Bay, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Image © T photography via Shutterstock In response to the Czech Republic's ...