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W&C’s expert columnist discuss plaster, drywall, EIFS, steel framing, stucco, software, codes and more.

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The Steel Deal

Adventures in Drywall

Kevin Bush reports on the varied and newest products available to drywallers.

All in Agreement

Pete Battisti provides agreeable business advice.

All Things Gypsum

Technical and current information about the standards and practices in the drywall industry.

Art & Craft of Plastering

Patrick Webb writes about interior plaster, with an emphasis on historical and decorative applications.

Centered on Solutions

Specialist Mark Fly reports on software options and tools available for contractors.

Industry Voices

This column discusses important industry concerns and trends.

On the Safe Side

Safety consultant Michael Rich reports on equipment, creating programs and a safe working environment.

Trowel Talk

Plasterer William Rogers discusses the work force and the hawk-and-trowel trades.

Straight Green

Chris Dixon reports on green-related themes, code updates, innovations and products within the trades.

Stucco Stop

Albert Carrillo elaborates on stucco, including continuous insulation and EIFS.

The Finish Line

Robert Thomas offers invaluable editorial on EIFS trends and issues.

Up Front

Editorial Director Mark Fowler comments on contracts, codes and labor issues.

Exiting Your Business

Kevin Kennedy, President of Beacon Exit Planning LLC, discusses how to successfully exit your business. The information is not intended to be legal, accounting, insurance or tax advice.

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Steel Framing Through the Years

Steel Framing Through the Years
Larry Williams
Larry Williams
October 24, 2023
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Steel Framing Through the Years
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Up Front

Best Practices

The best way to do something may differ depending from person to person.
Mark Fowler
Mark Fowler
October 19, 2023
One Comment

The best way to do something may differ depending from person to person.



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Greg Woolley

Pivot to Video

BEHIND THE SCENES WITH GA’s VIDEO MAKER.
Greg Woolley
September 25, 2023
3 Comments
BEHIND THE SCENES WITH GA’s VIDEO MAKER.
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Up Front

American Heroes

The 10 C’s of leadership used by Lee Iacocca.
Mark Fowler
Mark Fowler
September 21, 2023
3 Comments

The 10 C’s of leadership used by Lee Iacocca.


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Stucco Stop with Albert Carrillo

A Beautifully Variegated Outpouring

What does it take to have a stucco system that lasts the length of time? Consider the science.
Albert Carrillo
Albert Carrillo
August 25, 2023
One Comment
What does it take to have a stucco system that lasts the length of time? Consider the science.
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Up Front

Metal Lath: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow

The wall and ceiling industry’s past and present, show it will have a successful future.
Mark Fowler
Mark Fowler
August 23, 2023
3 Comments
The wall and ceiling industry’s past and present, show it will have a successful future.
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Industry Voices - Thea Dudley

Cyber Security: Is Nothing Safe?

Take heed that cyber security is critical for your company—and cash flow.
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Thea Dudley
July 26, 2023
2 Comments
Take heed that cyber security is critical for your company—and cash flow.
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Insulated Stucco

Do not be apprehensive of insulation with stucco.
Mark Fowler
Mark Fowler
July 24, 2023
One Comment
Do not be apprehensive of insulation with stucco.
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Travis Vap
Safety First

A Life-Saving Safety Policy You Can Implement Today

How a tight commitment to safety policies ensures everyone plays their part in returning home unscathed.
Travis Vap
June 28, 2023
2 Comments
How a tight commitment to safety policies ensures everyone plays their part in returning home unscathed.
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Janet Puglisi

Is Training the Key to Employee Retention? One Company Says “Yes”

An affirmative and direct training program shows today’s novices how to be tomorrow’s workforce.
June 26, 2023
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