If your porch ceiling is unfinished and you can see the beams and joists (like in the above photo), determining this is much easier. A 2x6 or (preferably) 2x8 joist can safely support the ...

Remodeling or renovating your home can be an intimidating process, especially when contractors start throwing jargon around.

Deconstruction is a growing approach to taking down homes that diverts waste from landfills, cuts carbon emissions and creates a circular economy for construction materials.

I admired how the exposed stained rafters, ceiling joists and railing stand out against the white walls and ceiling to accentuate the office’s spatial geometry. This bonus room has myriad uses-second ...

An arson expert for the state testified at a pretrial hearing for Paul Caneiro, who is charged with murdering his brother's family in Colts Neck.

As Blaise Metreweli prepares to become the first woman to lead the UK's Secret Intelligence Service (MI6) in its 115-year history, we asked commentators how HR can support people in pioneering ...