or the Woman’s Point of View The Handyman did all the work, but I did the shopping:) Isn’t that how it ought to be? I don’t like shopping as a rule, but when I shop I am fiercely serious about it. I weigh the options, look at cost comparisons , do research on the choices […]
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Kitchen Ceramic Floor Tiling
SubFloor (Structural): In preparation for laying the new 12×12 glazed porcelain floor tiles (1/4″ thick), I utilized the existing 24″ on center 2×8 joists. To increase the structural capacity, I installed additional 2×8 joists to change it to 12″ on center. To increase the support (due to the original oak joists not being exactly on […]
Small Projects::Big Returns
According to CNN Money the D-I-Y person can make upgrades in these areas: tile, cabinets, bookcases, lighting, and shower doors. Most of us know that certain projects have more value than others, like kitchen and bathroom remodels, but we oftentimes don’t account for some of the smaller projects. Technorati Tags: renovations, projects
Here’s A Project to Talk About: The Kitchen Re-do
I think both the Handyman and myself would agree that the most rewarding project was the Kitchen remodeling. It was more than remodeling, really, it was a complete, from the studs, changing doors, totally re-built project. But it turned out to be one that our family has most benefited from and with which we are […]
Bathroom Floor Choices
This isn’t a major essay- just a little conversation about choosing a type of flooring for the bathroom. It used to be that you had a few kinds of things you chose, but they have some new products out that widen the choice range. I’ve lived in houses that had the usual vinyl flooring, but […]
