Framing

The Model Remodel Show: Little Home in Northwest CT

The Model Remodel Show followed the progress of the 2017 Model Remodel project by Professional Remodeler magazine.
The Model Remodel Show followed the progress of the 2017 Model Remodel project by Professional Remodeler magazine. The house was a 1930's hunting cabin that was largely torn down and replaced.

As remodeler Ben Bogie dug further into the old structure, he found more and more water damage, so it seemed quicker and cheaper to just knock down the old house and start clean with new construction.

The project is an excellent example of affordable energy efficiency and easy-to-achieve universal design principles.

 

Episodes of the Model Remodel Show

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The Model: Remodel Show — A Quick Take Down

A machine, a saw, and some patience beats brute force and a sledgehammer every time
Oct. 14, 2021
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Model Remodel Show: Semi-Custom Cabinets That Add a Punch of Color

Good kitchen design is universal: it works for people of all ages and abilities. It can also look great
Sept. 22, 2020
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Model Remodel Show: Kitchen and Bath Plumbing Fixtures Make Aging In Place Graceful

Hands-free kitchen faucet, adjustable shower head, and a self-cleaning toilet
Jan. 28, 2021
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The Model Remodel Show Pilot Episode (Sneak Peek)

When you're in a hole, start digging
May 2, 2020
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The Model ReModel Show: A Humpy Bumpy Foundation

Floor layout and framing, some good news from the building inspector, and a pleasant surprise on the adhesive front
May 30, 2020
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Model Remodel Show: Dry Space Under the Deck

Two water-tight decking products cover a front porch and a back deck
Nov. 9, 2018
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Model Remodel Show: Metal Roofs are Forever

Watertight membranes and flashings that lock into roof panels mean a durable roof in extreme weather conditions
Sept. 15, 2018
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Model Remodel Show: 4 MORE Energy Efficient Construction Tips

Roof framing, window options, and a mechanical advantage add up to lower bills and a higher quality home
Aug. 18, 2018
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Model Remodel Show: Framing a Deck and a Porch

Post, beam, and joist placement for a front porch and a back deck
Oct. 13, 2018
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Installing Rockwool Insulation: Rigid Boards in the Walls and Batts in the Attic

Insulating the shell after blower door and IR camera-assisted air sealing
Sept. 22, 2018
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Model Remodel Show: Shower in a Day

This week we’re taking delivery of the custom shower surround system coming from Caldwell, Idaho at Bestbath Systems.
April 28, 2018
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The Model ReModel Show: Finishing Up the Outside (and tidying the rough stuff inside)

Making vinyl siding look great by eliminating ugly J-channel
March 10, 2018
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The Model ReModel Show: Exterior Trim Details

The key to great-looking vinyl is great-looking trimwork (and great-looking vinyl)
Feb. 10, 2018
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Model Remodel Show: Balanced Ventilation System

A simple and affordable balanced ventilation solution for small tight houses
May 26, 2018
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The Model ReModel Show: A Sprint to Dry In

Raised heel trusses and a sealed roof deck make a fast energy efficient roof system
Jan. 13, 2018
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The Model ReModel Show: Plugging Holes in the Wall

Putting a window in the hole means sealing around the edges, too
Jan. 22, 2018
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The Model ReModel Show: Energy Smart Walls on the Skinny

Continuous exterior insulation means smaller studs and higher performance
Nov. 27, 2017

Animations of Model Remodel Details

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Trimwork and Layout Tips for Vinyl Siding Installation

Use real trim stock and give some thought to the layout—it will improve the look of your vinyl siding installation 100 percent
Sept. 19, 2024
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A Window Install in a Thick ZIP Wall

The general idea of installing windows is to plug the big hole that you just cut in the wall.
Nov. 7, 2017
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Airseal the Rim Joist and Wall Framing Connection

Glue the rim joist, caulk the gaps, and overhang the wall sheathing to tighten this leaky building assembly
Sept. 29, 2017
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A Simple Balanced Ventilation System

Two fans talk to each other to replace stale air with fresh air
Aug. 15, 2017

Jobsite Tips from the Model Remodel Show Jobsite

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Cutting Just a Smidge from Construction Stock: Deflect the Saw Blade

Sometimes a blade thickness is waaay more than you need to cut off. If you need to take 1/32 off the end of a board, here's how to do it quickly.
June 6, 2018
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Tool Pick: Sawblade Storage on the Job

Safe sawblade storage for trucks, trailers, and tool boxes
June 19, 2019
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Peel and Stick in a Valley—Wait, Nail It?

Drive a nail in the valley and patch it
Jan. 22, 2019
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Overlap Drip Edge Metal Like A Boss

A drip edge overlapping strategy that won't catch the eye
July 9, 2018
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Tool Pick: Bahco Insulation Knife and Saw

A saw and a knife that cut rockwool insulation like a 'laser'
March 20, 2018
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The Right Tin Snip for the Job

Left-, right-, and straight-cutting snips with single- and compound-leverage each have their place on a jobsite
April 17, 2018
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PEX Pointer: Pressure Where It's Needed

Match the pipe to the pressure
Aug. 1, 2024
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Trim-Out Tip: Screw Placement (mark your square with a pencil)

Quality, speed, and safety can work together
April 9, 2018
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Trim-Out Tip: Cleaner Tile Cuts (Sandpaper for Ceramic)

Diamonds are ceramic tile cutter's best friend. Ok, they are not, but they sure can improve a sanding pad.
March 23, 2018
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Vinyl Siding Secret: Let Cool Vinyl Warm Up

Work WITH thermal properties of a material, not against them
Jan. 26, 2018
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Tool Pick: Pica Dry Construction Pen

Marking tile and other slippery surfaces
Jan. 23, 2018
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Framing Tip: Placing Roof Sheathing (snap a line with fascia in mind)

Draw a full-scale mockup and snap a line with fascia in kind
Nov. 27, 2017
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Framing Tip: Mark Insulation Depth on Trusses

Mark the trusses before you unbundle them
Dec. 1, 2017
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Duct Mastic Installation Tip: Use a Workbench

The trick to better duct sealing? Better planning and glopping it on thick
Dec. 8, 2017
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Framing tip: Wood Moves, Toilets Don't

What's worse than a plumber with a Sawzall? A carpenter who causes it.
Nov. 3, 2017
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Sheet Metal Secrets: Drip Edge Flashing (jobsite origami)

How to bend a lock-hem drip edge on a sheet metal brake
Jan. 17, 2018
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Flashing Tip: Heat is Your Buddy

Cold tape doesn't stick and hot tape stick like sh—well, you know what it sticks like.
Nov. 22, 2017
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Media Workflow Tip: Belt and Suspenders

Belt, suspenders, clean underwear, and a long-tail t-shirt just to make sure.
Oct. 30, 2017
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Jobsite (Photography) Tip: Embiggen Your Battery Capacity

Tie your camera into your cordless tool system
Oct. 25, 2017
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Demo Tip: Take Your Time

Take your time. Work slow. Be organized. You will get done faster.
Aug. 30, 2017
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Jobsite Tip: Old Insulation and Hot Showers Don't Mix

Rinse off with cold water before the hot shower.
Sept. 11, 2017

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Ben Bogie and Dan Morrison

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