Additions - Golden Rules of Remodeling
This addition project was on a small 1907 home involving a new sunroom, half-bathroom and kitchen expansion. During the planning stages, we focused on three basic rules on "spending, blending and overextending" intended to help make good ... [... more]
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For Pros by Pros Graphic GT Fr
 pretty good: This book has a lot of good framing scenarios interesting tidbits. Both a good reference and interesting to page through. Highly Recommended.: I struck gold on this one. Just an absolutely fantastic, practical introduction to framing. Mr. [... more]
$24.95
Amazon.com |
Additions - Upgrading Heating System
Before this project began, the home relied on the original coal-fired boiler (covered with asbestos insulation and converted at some point to natural gas). It heated a full system of hot water pipes and radiators. We had hoped to run new radiant ... [... more]
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Additions - Kitchen Cabinets & Lighting
Often the most expensive room in the house to remodel is the kitchen -- and our addition was no exception. We spent the majority of our budget on custom-made kitchen cabinets. To complement the cabinets and provide working light, we also used a ... [... more]
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Additions - Sealing Up Walls & Roof
Pouring the foundation and framing out the addition were pretty straightforward. Getting those steps done allowed us to "dry-in" the addition making it weathertight. We put windows in then moved inside to rework the interior framing for the new [... more]
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Additions - Insulation & Drywall Tips
Insulating and drywalling are the mundane steps that many people like to see done, but don't like to do. Both can be dusty, laborious, and installation is pretty basic for both processes. Insulating is a crucial step in providing comfort in both ... [... more]
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Additions - Built-in Woodwork
The biggest challenge we faced in this project was to give the addition the same look and feel as the existing house, while using modern materials. The main reason we built the addition was to expand and update the kitchen, so we didn't want to ... [... more]
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Siting an Addition
Before building an addition to your home, take into account these fundamental considerations. Careful planning is essential when adding onto your home. You are, after all, making fundamental changes to the building's structure and surroundings. ... [... more]
Better Homes and Gardens USA |
Instant Architect - Download
Tackle that project you've dreamed of! Whether you're designing a new home or building an addition, trust the right software to bring your vision to life. [... more]
$29.95
Broderbund |
Building An Addition To Your Home (reward Book)
Building An Addition To Your Home (reward Book) [... more]
$2.83
A1 Books |
House Transformed: Getting the Home You Want with the ...
Pros and cons for the design issues that every homeowner faces: Written by professional architect Matthew Schoenherr with assistance from Linda Mason Hunter and Wendy Jordan, Housetransformed: Getting The Home You Want...With The House You Have is a no- [... more]
$32.00
Amazon.com |
How to Design, Build, Remodel & Maintain Your Home
Building with confidence: Let me start by saying I didn't own this book until today. I have read my friend's copy and decided I must have it for an addition I'm planning on later this year. The book has been updated judging by the cover art. There are so [... more]
$52.95
Amazon.com |
