Includes index. Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents:
Getting started. Old and new ; Water, the bane of basements ; Evaluating walls and floors ; Checking the mechanical systems ; The critical path -- Inspiration and ideas. Rec rooms ; Bedrooms ; Bathrooms ; Laundry and utility rooms -- Design and planning. Design ; Planning ; Building codes and permits -- Demolition and repair. Demo ; Basic structural repairs -- Framing walls. Anatomy of a wall ; Layout ; Building the walls ; Building soffits ; Framing check ; Adding an egress window -- Mechanicals. HVAC ; Plumbing ; Wiring -- Walls and ceilings. Insulation ; Handing rock ; Finishing rock -- Finish carpentry. Setting doors ; Extending jambs ; Installing casing ; Setting cabinets ; Installing baseboards ; Fitting closets -- Paint, stain, and floors. Finishing the trim ; Floor coverings -- Finishing up. running base shoe ; Final plumbing ; Finishing electricals ; HVAC ; Door hardware ; Final touches.
Series:
Taunton's build like a pro : expert advice from start to finish
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