In this Chapter of The Comprehensive Guide to Home Renovations Large
and Small you will not only find easy to follow from-start-to-finish
directions on a variety of home renovation design projects.
You’ll discover a wealth of information on the various aspects
of home structure features. And tips for increased project success.
Yielding the type professional result that will give even the novice
homeowner DIY planner a real sense of achievement.
To make things even easier, the various tools, aspects of building
structure, techniques, and terms associated with renovation projects
that the average homeowner may not be familiar with can be found
in the Glossary of Terms; located at the front of the book.
Projects outlined in this chapter include:
- Kitchen
cabinet wall and base cabinet installation –
with complete directions for the do it yourself kitchen cabinet
homeowner. Including a list of all tools required to complete
the job, where to begin, locating studs, how to ensure cabinets
will be plumb, how and where to shim when needed, and handy tips
to help ensure DIY project success.
- How to frame
a ceiling - whether replacing a ceiling in an
older home or preparing to install one in a newly constructed
house. The concise information offered sheds light on ceiling
framing techniques in an easy to grasp format.
- Ceiling paneling
– for a designer ceiling that creates a warm, inviting atmosphere,
wood paneling is an especially complimentary choice for a vaulted
ceiling. Outlining wood ceiling paneling choices and other specifics,
instructions for accurate measurement, important things to take
into consideration before making purchases, tips and techniques
that will help yield professional results, steps to take to get
the project underway, and complete wood plank ceiling installation
instructions are included.
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Ceiling texturing - whichever
ceiling texture you prefer, this chapter’s helpful section
on drywall ceiling texture tips and techniques will prove a step
in the right direction. Hand applied or spray ceiling texture;
from knockdown ceiling texture to popcorn or any other ceiling
texture pattern. Applying ceiling texture adds character to room
décor and home renovation design, helps hide drywall seams
that are not perfectly smooth, and isn’t nearly as difficult
as one might think.
- Installing counter top tile
– easy to understand directions for installing ceramic tile
even a novice DIY kitchen homeowner will appreciate. Complete
with specifics on planning ahead, things to take into consideration
before installing tile, taking accurate measurements, how to finish
off edges, cut tile, add a backsplash, and more. Also included
– a complete list of materials and tools required to complete
the project. And how to install a plywood core topped by cementboard
when making a completely new countertop.
- Floors – type
of flooring to be removed (how to remove old carpet, how to remove
ceramic tile, etc.), followed by preparing subfloor for new flooring;
new floor options are explored. Everything from new carpet, to
ceramic or stone tile, to laminate type flooring. With complete,
detailed instructions for how to install hardwood flooring, a
laminated hardwood floor, and sheet vinyl floor covering. Including
directions on creating your own paper pattern for a perfect fit.
Lists of helpful tips are also included; the dos and do not secrets
of the trade. And finally, installation directions for a floor
warming system that’ll keep feet cozy and warm – even
on ceramic tile during cold, winter months.
- Installing wallboard on walls and ceilings
– the basics as well as the finer points of proper drywall
installation are covered. Complete and thorough - from wall board
hanging, to how to tape and mud drywall like a pro. Various other
aspects are included, such as corner bead, type fasteners to use,
how much sanding is required, whether to use paper or mesh drywall
tape, and other considerations the do it yourself drywall homeowner
will appreciate. Followed by finishing up with wall texture and
the different wall texture options available.
- Soundproofing –
for a soundproof wall with high STC rating; perfect for home theater,
bedrooms, quest quarters, or any other room in the house where
privacy and noise reduction is an issue. With insight and directions
for increasing STC rating for a soundproof room, and what works
best for wall soundproof insulation.
- Windows – a rundown
on the various window type and window frame options; their benefits,
uses, drawbacks, and impact on home renovation design. Along with
instructions for removing old windows, window framing, new window
installation complete with guidelines for success and complete
list of materials and tools required to complete the task. Plus
window caulking the proper way for effective insulation and professional
looking results.
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