December 2013 Table of Contents

December 2013
Volume 52, Number 12

FEATURES

Fireplaces & Chimneys
Remodeling an indoor fireplace without replacing masonry really can be done, and the result can be natural, complex and permanent.

Building Envelopes & Wraps
Knowing the Unknown: John H. Koester offers insights on the ‘Ostrich Syndrome.’

Scaffolding
Scaffolding industry veteran Justin Breithaupt discusses the project “tough spot” of the elevator shaft.