The custom Steilacoom, Wash., house we’re working on is being sided with Hardieplank siding and HardieShingle siding; the Milgard WoodClad doors are in and most of the windows. The house’s heating system has been installed and a subcontractor is at work on the electrical right now. Because of the house’s size, it requires a sprinkler [...]
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Siding going up, systems going in
January 4, 2010 – 12:38 pm
We’re Hand-framing this Steilacoom View Home
October 23, 2009 – 12:20 pm
Work is progressing on this 5,700-square-foot custom home in Steilacoom, Washington. The Fatboy crew is currently hand-framing the house. In order to maximize the views of Puget Sound, we’re using Simpson Strong-Tie panels in the corners, so we can install large windows without compromising shear value (the ability for the walls to support horizontal loads). [...]