In part 1 of this 3-part series, we will learn how to frame a wall in a room, with a demonstration taking place in a basement. The techniques covered are also applicable to basements, attics, shops, ...

Q. My dad passed away, and I was cleaning his toolroom out. One of the strange tools I saved was a large L-shaped piece of flat metal that has ruler markings on it all over the place. I've been told ...