Concrete Block
Concrete block construction has many advantages. Concrete homes do not suffer from insect damage and do well in hurricane conditions. Concrete block makes an energy efficient home.
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Toilet Size Specs – 10 12 & 14
Buy the right toilet to avoid problems. A well engineered toilet will flush right and not waste water.
Special Lots Need a Superb Architect
Special lots need an architect with vision. The right professional to design your new home views is the one chance you have to do it right. Good architects will make the most of your lot or land to showcase your home.
Perfect Kitchen Planning
Kitchen design or redesign can be can be very exciting. Electric or gas utilities can be moved. Drainlines and water can be moved. Add pantry space. Go for the countertops and sink that you really want. Add natural and electrical lighting. Kitchen flooring ... the sky's the limit! Don't settle for less than you want.
DIY Dining Table Plans – Plywood & Reels!
Dining room tables can be made quickly and cheaply. Plywood and cable reels are the parts you need. Usually, cable reels come free from an electric parts business. You can pick up the 3/4 inch plywood from any hardware store.
Sunroom Ceiling Ideas – Vault it & Beadboard
A sunroom addition can give you a whole new outlook on your house. Sunroom plans are a must. Read about my sunroom.
Rehab – Home Restoration
Rehab of an older home can be a daunting task. You need to make a list of some of the challenges you face. Your fixer upper may take some financing. It will definitely take tools, lumber and fixtures of many types. Talk with others who have rehabbed houses to get their input.
Cracks in a New Chimney
Chimney failure can occur for various reasons. Small hairline cracks in chimneys need to be monitored. Concrete footers may not be adequate for the chimney. Chimney block and brick can also be defective. The chimney crown must be watertight. Chimney sweeps and structural engineers can inspect your chimney.
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Slate Flooring Installation
Slate flooring has a lot of character and texture. But installing slate flooring requires some initial planning so that all pieces interlock and the spacing between pieces remains consistent. A cement-based thinset will adhere the slate floor to the wood subfloor.