LetsBuild.org - Articles: Home Remodeling

Essentials of Remodeling

no@spam.com (Allison Ryan) — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 01:30:00 PDT

Before putting on the ceiling, all openings, through which fire might find quick passage to the structure above, should be adequately fire stopped. It is best to use incombustible materials for fire stopping, such as crushed refuse mortar, plaster, concrete, hollow tile, gypsum block, broken brick, or other similar material, containing sufficient fine stuff to fill voids.

Sustainabilty Should Involve Remodeling Not Rebuilding

no@spam.com (Beverly Saltonstall) — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 18:00:00 PST

In order to truly follow the "reduce, reuse, recycle" mantra of recycling, one must think about remodeling a home rather than building new. Rebuilding, reusing, and improving existing infrastructures are one of the best ways to promote sustainabiliy.

Remodeling Safety Tips

no@spam.com (Tim Sousa) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 14:30:00 PST

If you plan on remodeling your kitchen, you may be considering hiring a contractor for the project. On the other hand, you may plan on taking on the job yourself.

House Door Choices

no@spam.com (Ed Terran) — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 01:30:00 PDT

When you decide to remodel and want to change out doors, do not forget a couple of important factors. The style must match your decor or the doors are not going to enhance your home.

Architectural Glass Doors for the Home

no@spam.com (Jason Wilson) — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 10:30:00 PDT

Architectural glass is glass used as a structural element, as opposed to merely decorative or inserted in hole in the wall for the sole purpose of providing light and a way to see out. Thus architectural glass doors are doors wherein the glass is an integral structural element of the door.

Decorative Glass Doors

no@spam.com (Jason Wilson) — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 01:30:00 PDT

If you're considering remodeling, or looking at the interior designs of a new home, you'll certainly be looking at painting the walls different colors and adding different types of carpeting, tile, or wood floors.

However, have you ever considered what you might want for the doors?

Low Ceiling Basement Designs

no@spam.com (Christopher Smith) — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 22:30:00 PDT

When designing your basement, the ceiling height can play a large factor, especially when the ceiling is low. Basements with low ceilings pose some design problems.

The Natural Beauty of Limestone Fireplaces

no@spam.com (Martin Forrester) — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 07:00:00 PDT

If you are renovating an existing room you may be looking for a piece de resistance and what better focus to add to a room than a hand carved limestone fireplace. Limestone fireplaces are also a great addition to new houses and are available in a variety of styles, colours and sizes to suit your home.

Glass Block, Acrylic Block, What's Right For Me?

no@spam.com (Lawrence DePippa) — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 09:30:00 PDT

You would think this is a question easily answered, but I have often worked with homeowners struggling with this decision. There are a number of factors that should be taken into consideration, but with a little thought about where the blocks will be used, how they will be used, and how you want to install them, you will have no problem making the right choice.

Getting Ready For Your Home Renovation

no@spam.com (Paul Andrew) — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 22:30:00 PDT

A home renovation or remodel project may include the exterior of your house, one or more rooms and an addition or two. No matter what the scope, renovating your home is sure to be painful if you aren't prepared.