Topics covered on today's episode: Finding a contractor for a garage renovation Installing a new garden tub Taking out a wall (electrical and structural issues) Kitchen-remodeling software Getting rid of sagging basement floors and prepping to install new ones Building a custom corner computer desk Making grooves to install new drawers in an existing cabinet Installing and leveling a free-hanging countertop Uses for different types of molding Installing concealed hinges Testing paint for lead Turning a barn into an observatory Tips: - Keep an idea file of images from magazines, floor plans, color and fabric samples and anything else you like. It will help you guide your remodeling project as well as relate your ideas to others.
- When remodeling your kitchen, remember that old kitchen cabinets and countertops can make great storage and work areas in your basement or garage.
- To keep lag screws from splitting your wood, first drill a full-depth pilot hole at least one-half the diameter of the screw's threads.
- A simple knot will keep your power tool and its extension cord attached.
- You can paint your house -- but you should never paint a wooden ladder. The paint could hide dangerous cracks or splits in the wood. To preserve it, use a coat of linseed oil instead.
Reading List For a complete updated list of Creative Homeowner books, click here . Home Book: The Ultimate Guide to Repairs, Improvements & Maintenance
Editors of Creative Homeowner
$34.95
Hardcover -- 608 pages (September, 2000)
(ISBN: 158011069X) Creative Homeowner carpentry and remodeling books: Cabinets & Built-Ins: 26 Custom Storage Projects
Editors of Creative Homeowners
$14.95
Paperback -- 160 pages (June, 1996)
(ISBN: 1880029413) Custom Closets
Herb Hughes
$12.95
Paperback -- 128 pages (November, 1993)
(ISBN: 188029030) Deck Designs
Steve Cory
$16.95
Paperback -- 192 pages (April, 2000)
(ISBN: 1580110703) Decks: Planning, Designing, Building
Steve Cory
$16.95
Paperback -- 192 pages (January, 2001)
(ISBN: 1580110452) Gazebos & Other Outdoor Structures
Editors of Creative Homeowner
$14.95
Paperback -- 160 pages (May, 1995)
(ISBN: 1880029049) Kitchens: Plan, Remodel, Build
Editors of Creative Homeowner
$19.95
Paperback -- 256 pages (October, 2002)
(ISBN: 1580110495) Remodeling Basements, Attics & Garages
Editors of Creative Homeowner
$16.95
Paperback -- 192 pages (November, 1996)
(ISBN: 1580110312) Smart Guide: Decks
Editors of Creative Homeowner
$8.95
Paperback -- 80 pages (December, 2002)
(ISBN: 1580111041) Walls & Ceilings: Build, Remodel, Repair
Editors of Creative Homeowner
$14.95
Paperback -- 160 pages (April, 2002)
(ISBN: 1580110304) What's In Style Decks
Lynn Elliot
$12.95
Paperback -- 128 pages (March, 2001)
(ISBN: 1580110924) Wiring: Basic and Advanced Projects
Editors of Creative Homeowner
$19.95
Paperback -- 256 pages (January, 2001)
(ISBN: 1580110622) Other Book Resources Remodeling New Remodeling Book: Your Complete Guide to Planning a Dream Project
By Paula Marshall, ed., et al
$34.95
Hardcover (October 1998)
Meredith Books (ISBN: 0696207400) Time-Life Book of Repair and Restoration: Making the House You Own the Home of Your Dreams
By Tony Wilkins, ed., et al
$29.95
Hardcover (October 1999)
Time Life (ISBN: 0737003073) Before You Hire a Contractor: A Construction Guidebook for Consumers
By Steve Gonzalez et al
$12.95
Paperback (November 30, 1999)
Consumer Press Inc. (ISBN: 1891264656) The Brand-New House Book: Everything You Need to Know About Planning, Designing, and Building a Custom, Semi-Custom, or Production-Built House
By Katherine Salant
$16.95
Paperback (July 17, 2001)
Three Rivers Press (ISBN: 0609805835) Houses Are Designed by Geniuses and Built by Gorillas: An Insider's Guide to Designing and Building a Home
By Bob Johnson
$18.95
Paperback (May 1, 1998)
Addax Publishing Group (ISBN: 1886110484) How to Hire a Home Improvement Contractor Without Getting Chiseled
By Tom Philbin et al.
$17.95
Paperback (February 1997)
St. Martin's Press (ISBN: 031214620) How to Plan, Subcontract and Build Your Dream House
By Warren V. Jaeger
$39.95
Paperback (January 1, 1998)
Trojan Homes Publishing Company (ISBN: 0964782405) Carpentry Wood Joiners Handbook
By Sam Allen
Paperback (May 1990)
Sterling Publications (ISBN: 0806969997) Cabinetry Basics (Basics Series)
By Sam Allen
Paperback (August 1991)
Sterling Publications (ISBN: 080698290X) Finish Carpentry: The Best of Fine Homebuilding (For Pros by Pros Series)
By Kevin Ireton (introduction)
Paperback (March 2, 2001)
Taunton Press (ISBN: 1561583316)
RESOURCES :
Porter-Cable Tools
Porter-Cable Corporation
Website: www.deltaportercable.com
Gardening Supplies
Lowes
Website: www.lowes.com
Lowe's (Lowe's Companies, Inc.)
Customer Care (CON8)
Website: www.lowes.com
Lead Paint Testing Kits
Environmental Monitoring Systems
Website: www.emssales.net
Computerized Telescope
www.thesciencefair.com
Quick Guide: Wiring
Model: 1880029138
Author: Home Wiring Creative
$7.95
Paperback (October 1992)
Creative Homeowner Press
Creative Homeowner Press
Website: www.creativehomeowner.com
Creative Homeowner Information
Creative Homeowner Press
Website: www.creativehomeowner.com
GUESTS :
Valerie McDaniel
350 Meadowlake Cir
Seymour , TN 37865
Phone: 865-579-9650
Fax: 865-577-4831
Email: garnercont@aol.com
Licensed Contractor
Josh Trowman
164 Ashley Ave.
Charleston, SC 29403
Tollfree Phone: 800-293-3003
Email: www.emssales.net
Environmental Monitoring System
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