Additions: Your Guide to Planning and Remodeling (Better Homes and Gardens) (Paperback)

From Library Journal
More homeowners than ever before are choosing to expand or remodel their dwellings in lieu of moving to another residence. This book will be helpful to those who are considering upgrading their homes. It doesn’t actually show readers how to do the work themselves, but it illustrates the possibilities. A variety of types of additions are covered (dormers, entire rooms, second stories, wings, etc.). Other sections cover house inspection, dealing with architects/ d (more…)

Architectural Plans for Adding on or Remodeling (Paperback)

A consumer-friendly guide to do-it-yourself add-ons and other home improvement jobs, complete with architect-created plans.
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About the Author
Alan Axelrod has a Ph.D. in English and is the author of numerous books including The Penguin Dictionary of American Folklore, The Macmillan Dictionary of Military Biography, Encyclopedia of the American West, and What Every American Should Know About American History. Previously, he serve (more…)

Bathroom Remodeling (Black and Decker Home Improvement Library Series) (Paperback)

Whether you want to refresh an old bathroom by installing new faucets and ceramic tile or create an elegant new luxury bath with a whirlpool tub and designer cabinets, Bathroom Remodeling shows you how with clear, concise photographs.

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Baths: Your Guide to Planning and Remodeling (Remodeling Series No 9) (Paperback)

From Publishers Weekly
Moving from the exterior to the intimate, Baths: Your Guide to Planning and Remodelling, from Better Homes and Gardens Books, renders plausible and undaunting the prospect of updating a bathroom. Directed toward the homeowner who is going to hire a contractor rather than do it him- or herself, this effectively illustrated guide offers suggested design plans, advice on materials, fixtures and budgeting and on how to deal with those hired to do the work.Copyrigh (more…)

Bathroom Makeovers (Do It Yourself) (Paperback)

The easy-to-complete projects in Bathroom Makeovers show how to transform any bathroom into a personal retreat without spending thousands of dollars. Projects include storage improvements, lighting upgrades, new faucets, a vanity makeover, and new tile flooring. The design options that accompany every project offer imaginative ways to personalize this sometimes-difficult space by selecting different finishes, fixtures, and other elements.

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Green Living by Design: The Practical Guide for Eco-Friendly Remodeling and Decorating (Paperback)

What if someone told you that you could make your home look gorgeous, be energy- and cost efficient and be kind to the environment at the same time? With the help of the experts at PointClickHome.com now anyone can remodel, renovate, or decorate their homeóall without hurting the planet. Filled with easy, insider tips on everything from insulation, carpentry, lighting, and complete renovations to simple projects like redecorating, Green Living by Design is the source for anyone w (more…)

Tips & Traps for Remodeling Your Kitchen (Paperback)

This book is a homeowner’s ideal companion for any kitchen remodeling project. It’s a complete overview that covers planning, estimating costs, choosing materials, hiring contractors and subcontractors, code considerations, HVAC issues, cabinets and counters, and the final punch-list phase, and homeowners get the benefit of the author’s 30 years of experience as a construction and remodeling professional. Filled with tips and traps, illustrations, checklists, sample forms and (more…)

1001 Ideas for Bathrooms: The Ultimate Sourcebook: Fixtures, Accessories and Decorative Schemes (Paperback)

Dream up your dream bath   From the overall design to picking the right baths, showers, toilet, cabinets, tiles, faucets and floor…this is a comprehensive compendium providing the very latest information on all bathroom styles, materials and accessories. Readers will find inspiration from hundreds of photos that show how to transform an ordinary bathroom into the perfect bathroom. With expert advise on design, budgets, materials and installation, 1,001 Ideas for Bathrooms will help (more…)

Porches & Sunrooms: Your Guide to Planning and Remodeling (Better Homes and Gardens(R)) (Paperback)

For people who want to bring the outdoors in.Information on the best way to improve or add a sunroom or porch.Dozens of inspirational photos show a broad range of options.Construction basics including how to choose and work with professionals.

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Kitchen Remodeling for Dummies (Paperback)

Real estate, building, and remodeling surveys reveal that the one project likely to give you a 100 percent return on the dollars invested is a kitchen remodel. And whether the project is as involved as gutting the room back to the wall studs or as simple as applying a fresh coat of paint, each project is an investment in your home’s value and, ultimately, in your enjoyment of using the space. Remodeling a kitchen is a big job, but it’s not so big that anyone – with t (more…)

2010 National Repair & Remodeling Estimator (National Repair and Remodeling Estimator) (Paperback)

The complete pricing guide for dwelling reconstruction costs. Reliable, specific data you can apply on every repair and remodeling job. Up-to-date material costs and labor figures based on thousands of jobs across the country.Provides recommended crew sizes; average production rates; exact material, equipment, and labor costs; a total unit cost and a total price including overhead and profit. Separate listings for high- and low-volume builders, so prices shown are specific for any (more…)

Idea Wise: Bathrooms (Paperback)

Today’s bathroom is more than a functional, utilitarian space-it is also a sanctuary and private retreat. The bathroom receives more remodeling dollars than any other room in the house (except the kitchen). Today’s bathroom is a center for both physical and mental relaxation, and IdeaWise: Bathrooms will show you how to get the most personal satisfaction from this all-important room. There are also good economic reasons for remodeling or adding a bathroom-a major bathroom project r (more…)

No-Regrets Remodeling: Creating a Comfortable, Healthy Home That Saves Energy (Paperback)

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Remodeling a Bathroom (Build Like A Pro) (Paperback)

After kitchen renovations, bathroom makeovers rank second in popularity. This book tells readers everything they need to know to remodel a home bathroom, from planning the renovation and choosing materials and fixtures to putting in the finishing touches. Step-by-step photo essays, pro-level advice, and insider’s tips cover every step in the process. The reader is guided through designing a floor plan; framing walls; roughing in the plumbing and electric supply; installing drywall, (more…)

Attic Remodeling Workbook (Paperback)

Don t even think of remodeling your attic without this handy and helpful workbook. The complete overview of attic remodeling helps you understand how and why remodeling an attic is different from similar work in other parts of your home. Whether you plan to do it yourself or hire a general contractor, the tips and forms in this workbook will help you get the job done right. Worksheets include: Contractor Interview Questionnaire Request for Quote Form Contractor Reference (more…)

Ultimate Guide to Bathrooms: Plan, Remodel, Build (Paperback)

Ultimate Guide to Bathrooms guides the reader through the process of designing and doing the work involved with remodeling an existing bathroom or adding a new one. Homeowners will find inspirational information on layout and design, but most of the book covers the hand-on parts of the projects, including adding new tubs and showers, vanities and sinks, and installing flooring and other finishes. Over 60 easy-to-follow photo sequences demonstrate the most popular projects, including t (more…)

The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Finishing Your Basement Illustrated (Paperback)

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On my scale of 1 to 10, this well-organized and detailed book rates a solid 10. — Chicago Tribune, August 1, 2003

This step-by-step, fully illustrated guide takes do-it-yourselfers through the process of designing, planning, and executing the finishing or remodeling of a basement-one of the most rewarding and popular home improvement projects for today’s budget-conscious homeowners.

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Kitchen Ideas (Better Homes & Gardens Decorating) (Paperback)

Affordable ideas for turning any kitchen into an inviting and functional space This book is your guide to designing the kitchen of your dreams. It offers a survey of kitchen trends, ideas for enhancing existing floor plans, advice on how to mix and match materials, and tips on how to achieve a look for less. Whether you’re looking to spruce up your kitchen with simple cosmetic refreshes or completely transform your kitchen with a major remodel, you can turn to Kitchen Ideas forHund (more…)

The New Smart Approach to Bath Design (Paperback)

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“This book offers a lot of information for the money …”

The New Smart Approach® to Bath Design explains everything a homeowner needs to know to design and decorate a bathroom. Helping readers to think like a professional, this book provides advice for designing a master bath, family bath, kids’ bath, and powder room, hiring design and construction professionals, shopping for materials, fixtures, and fittings, space planning, lighting, storage, safety, and decorating wi (more…)

All New Kitchen Idea Book (Taunton Home Idea Books) (Paperback)

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“As a homeowner, you’ll need to make a host of decisions that will determine the ultimate success of your new kitchen. Sound intimidating? Fortunately, help has arrived….” – Good Housekeeping, 1999″

With some 370 color photographs from todays leading designers and architects, this book will help you create a kitchen for any style and budget. A complete guide, the All New Kitchen Idea Book includes new appliance technology and cabinetry, fixtures and faucets, doors and co (more…)

The Carbon-Free Home: 36 Remodeling Projects to Help Kick the Fossil-Fuel Habit (Paperback)

ReviewPublishers Weekly – With an endearing mix of down-to-earth practical solutions and funky DIY projects, this book provides readers with much-needed information on how to renovate habits and home to move closer to a zero-carbon existence. The Hrens, respectively a carpenter and a photovoltaic installer living in Durham, N.C., give specific and technical advice, based on their own experience, on how to lower energy use within and outside the house, with 36 projects ranging from sim (more…)

Bungalows: Design Ideas for Renovating, Remodeling, and Building New (Updating Classic America) (Paperback)

From Publishers Weekly
With this first in the series Updating Classic America, Taunton focuses on bungalow houses, which were built throughout Canada and the U.S. between 1900 and 1930. Authors Connolly and Wasserman (both architects and bungalow owners) offer suggestions on how to modify the cozy bungalow. With more than 200 photos, the authors illustrate how to add onto the house, open it up, raise the roof, and do more inside and out while keeping the integrity of the original de (more…)

Bathroom Remodeling (Paperback)

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Kitchen Makeovers (Do It Yourself) (Paperback)

Kitchen Makeovers gives DIY-ers the inspiration and information they need to complete a wide range of affordable kitchen upgrade projects from start to finish, using tools and supplies available at home centers. The design options that accompany every project make it surprisingly easy to personalize results by selecting different finishes, fixtures, and other elements.

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Design Ideas for Kitchens (2nd edition) (Paperback)

This is the ultimate guide to designing your perfect kitchen – featuring nearly 500 inspirational full-colour photos. With the fast-pace of modern life, and the resurgence of cooking at home, the kitchen has once again become the centre of attention. “Design Ideas for Kitchens” is a lavishly illustrated volume that features hundreds of examples of professionally designed kitchens that are sure to provide inspiration and ideas for all. Also included in this volume are: tips on how t (more…)

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