Industry Tips and Tutorials

Volunteer Rob Carlisle of Carlisle Classic Homes discusses the Rampathon experience and the joy of upgrading homes with wheelchair accessibility.

Mark LaLiberte and Daniel Westbrook offer tips on how to make energy efficient upgrades that are healthy, durable, and safe. 

Sarah Smith of Sawhorse Revolution and Catie Chaplan of the Wood Technology Center discuss the role we all play in supporting the next generation of industry professionals.

Architect Katherine Pelz and master craftsman Daniel Westbrook discuss the house lift process including advantages, challenges, and how to get started. 

Mark LaLiberte and Daniel Westbrook discuss climate in the Pacific Northwest, managing humidity, and other ways to protect your home during a remodel or energy retrofit. 

Author, professional speaker, and leadership coach Dr. Eric Scroggins visits the Dunn Solutions podcast to discuss how to overcome obstacles and live at your personal and professional best.

There’s a lot to think about when it comes to creating a new custom kitchen, so we're offering tips to consider before you start your remodel.

Dunn Lumber President Mike Dunn sits down with Ebanista Director Jonathan Cohen to discuss Jonathan's history in furniture-making, his passion for the school, and the kinds of students he hopes to attract. 

Fit-and-finish layouts help avoid mistakes by identifying how everything fits together before products are installed. 

Finance guru Judith Miller of J. Miller and Company offers tips on how to build a successful, sustainable company that will stand the test of time based on her 30 years of experience. 

Gary Katz of Katz Roadshow and THISIsCarpentry talks about the current shortage of skilled tradespeople and the value of using your hands to build something lasting and visible.

Gary Katz of Katz Roadshow and THISIsCarpentry discusses threats facing trade professionals, including a lack of long-term investment in construction trades.