Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Attics & Basements

Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Attics & Basements
Author: Matthew Paymar
Publisher: Cool Springs Press
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2007-05-15
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 1616733306

Complete planning & remodeling information for both attics and basements Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Attics & Basements is the perfect book for homeowners who need more living space but aren't able or willing to move to a larger home or build an expensive room addition. More than 75% of homes have unfinished space in an attic or basement, just waiting for a creative touch, and this book will show readers how to convert that territory into practical living space. Armed with this book, homeowners will be able to add a bedroom, bathroom, recreation room, or home office without changing the basic blueprint of the home.

Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Attics & Basements

Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Attics & Basements
Author: Matthew Paymar
Publisher: Cool Springs Press
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2007-05-15
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 9781589233027

Complete planning & remodeling information for both attics and basements Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Attics & Basements is the perfect book for homeowners who need more living space but aren't able or willing to move to a larger home or build an expensive room addition. More than 75% of homes have unfinished space in an attic or basement, just waiting for a creative touch, and this book will show readers how to convert that territory into practical living space. Armed with this book, homeowners will be able to add a bedroom, bathroom, recreation room, or home office without changing the basic blueprint of the home.

Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Finishing Basements

Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Finishing Basements
Author: Editors of Creative Publishing
Publisher: Cool Springs Press
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2009-04-01
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 9781589234543

Creating extra living space affordably has never been easier. This book shows dozens of different uses for basement spaces, then shows readers exactly how to accomplish each task. Painstakingly clear photos leave nothing to the imagination, as they teach consumers exactly how to handle modern materials and tools to add an extra bathroom, a family room, bedroom, home office, or game room to their homes.

Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Room Additions

Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Room Additions
Author: Chris Peterson
Publisher: Cool Springs Press
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2011-06-01
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 1610598091

Building a major addition to your house can take over your life or drain your bank account if you aren’t fully prepared with top-notch information. The Complete Guide to Room Additions is both an insurance policy for dealing with contractors and a planning guide that arms homeowners with vital information about the remodeling process. But it also is much more than that: it’s a hardworking how-to manual filled with hundreds of photos that show you the hammer-and-nail details that go into these major projects. From garage conversions to kitchen bump-pout expansions, dormer additions and more, this book will be an indispensable tool for any project that adds new square footage to your home’s footprint.

Make It Right: Attics and Basements

Make It Right: Attics and Basements
Author: Mike Holmes
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 293
Release: 2013-08-27
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 144340618X

Anyone who has planned a renovation project knows that there are many, often difficult, decisions to make along the way. As Canada’s most trusted contractor, Mike has seen the good, the bad and the ugly. He provides expert advice in all aspects of planning and completing the most common renovation projects so homeowners will know what’s possible: design and planning considerations, including advice on building green learn the basics: structural considerations, permits and potential challenges hire right: finding the right people for the job choose the right materials: comprehensive guide to flooring, cabinets, etc., to help you make the best choices (which aren’t necessarily the most expensive ones) understand cost and timelines: getting and understanding estimates and how long it’s going to take oversee the job properly: how to ensure the renovation is done right, including step-by-step photographs of correct installation Packed with colour photographs, illustrations and sidebars, these two new Make It RightTM books will help ensure homeowners avoid costly mistakes and get their renovation right the first time.

Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Finishing Basements

Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Finishing Basements
Author: Editors of Creative Publishing international
Publisher: Cool Springs Press
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2013-09-01
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 1610589920

A fact-filled, 240-page manual that covers every aspect of designing and planning a basement conversion/remodeling project. With more than 600 color photographs, this book goes into thorough detail on crucial subjects like moisture and climate control, egress, ventilation, lighting, and many other issues. It deals comprehensively with adapting home mechanical systems to basement conditions. The many featured projects include finishing a bathroom stub-out, installing an all-new basement bathroom, insulating, repairing foundation walls, installing sump pumps, dehumidification strategies, as well as many other projects designed for livability. A special focus new to this edition presents information and projects for aging in place, including home elevators and chair lifts, monitoring and communication systems, and creating an accessible basement apartment. You will also find projects that show how to upgrade with luxury amenities, including a fireplace, sauna, home spa, exercise room, basement club/lounge and more.

Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Custom Shelves & Built-ins

Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Custom Shelves & Built-ins
Author: Theresa Coleman
Publisher: Cool Springs Press
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2007-08-01
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 1616733314

Luxury Built In to Every Project Today's homeowners seek the upscale, premium home styling offered by custom built-in shelving, storage units and cabinetry. Window seats, loft beds, library walls, pub bars and kitchen banquettes are just some of the features found in luxury homes. And these luxury features are now possible for do-it-yourselfers, with the help of this innovative book. The Complete Guide to Custom Shelves & Built-ins shows readers how to achieve the finest built-ins by adapting stock cabinets and pre-made shelving to create amazing effects with only the most basic of carpentry skills. Other projects are based on traditional and classic cabinet-making methods. With more than 30 ingenious step-by-step projects, this book will help any homeowners achieve custom built-ins that add function and style to any home d¬cor. Features easy-to-achieve built-ins made from stock cabinetryùno expert carpentry skills needed Includes built-ins for every space in the home -- from garage to formal living room Includes a chapter on cabinet basics, including installation

Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Finishing Basements

Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Finishing Basements
Author: Editors of Creative Publishing international
Publisher:
Total Pages: 243
Release: 2013-09
Genre: Gardening
ISBN: 1591865883

An updated second edition of the most comprehensive guidebook for DIYers that provides the inspiration and information you'll need to conduct every phase of your basement remodeling project.

Black & Decker The Complete Guide to a Better Lawn

Black & Decker The Complete Guide to a Better Lawn
Author: Chris Peterson
Publisher: Cool Springs Press
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2011-03-01
Genre: Gardening
ISBN: 1610601890

At heart, almost every homeowner would love to have a better lawn—greener, denser, healthier. This book is an up-to-date, environmentally responsible approach to lawn care with mainstream appeal. It focuses on dozens of common lawn problems, offering detailed solutions to each one. An ideal reference for busy homeowners who want better grass quickly and easily.