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Replacing a Wooden Girder with a Steel I-Beam

Olitch, Blogger, book author, one of the first FHB editors | February 22nd, 2013

Steel I-beams are stronger than comparably sized engineered wood ones. Need a beam that can support a garage above, yet hide in a ceiling below? Choose steel.

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An Ingenious In-law Suite on an Unforgiving Site

Olitch, Blogger, book author, one of the first FHB editors | February 15th, 2013

The space under the garage was dark, damp and steep. But sometimes the most unforgiving conditions demand the cleverest solutions.

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Turning the Coldest, Darkest Room into a Steamy Oasis

Olitch, Blogger, book author, one of the first FHB editors | February 12th, 2013

Great design, glass tiles, radiant floors, a dash of intense color, and a cozy steam shower chase the winter blahs away.

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bath fish walls

the craftsman, member | February 9th, 2013

built off site and laminated on to the wall and cabinet is over toilet the circle got an applied mirror

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bath window

the craftsman, member | February 9th, 2013

36" round bath window

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Drying Wet Framing Lumber

Matt Risinger, Blogger | February 5th, 20135 comments

It's not unusual for a house to get wet during construction before it's "dried in". In this post I'll share some techniques I've used to dry my houses prior to sheetrock. This is a follow up to my last post about using a Moisture Meter.

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Energy-Efficient San Francisco Remodel

TeresaPeterson, member | January 25th, 20131 comment

The Kumar Residence, nestled in the hills of Belmont, CA is an 1100 square foot addition and remodel of an existing 1950′s mid-century modern ranch house that needed updating, and more living...

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Hidden Doors, Secret Rooms, and the Hardware that makes it possible!

Matt Risinger, Blogger | January 18th, 20135 comments

Everyone loves a house with hidden door or secret rooms, but these are tricky details to pull off successfully. Here are a few of my recent projects with hidden doors and my favorite hardware to accomplish these works of craftsmanship.

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Claw Foot Bath Tub = Up Dated Bathroom

vanstonew, member | January 14th, 2013

This remolded / updated bathroom started with the claw foot tub that my friend gave me. The claw foot tub was bigger than the old tub, so I had to redsign the bathroom (this is my house) in order to...

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Custom Kitchen

oakmountain, member | January 14th, 2013

This client lived in a log home and had and older "vintage" kitchen with a less thatn freindly design. A sink located in the old island that placed your back to the only window in the kitchen was...

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Facade renovation

Vertigo2896, member | January 9th, 20131 comment

This was a full facelift on a house other we just finished 3 weeks ago

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What's that Finish?

Olitch, Blogger, book author, one of the first FHB editors | January 8th, 20132 comments

Wood surfaces with clear finishes can often be freshened up with a light sanding and a new application of what’s already there. Here’s how to figure out what's there.

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Refurbishing Old Double-Hung Windows - Part One

Olitch, Blogger, book author, one of the first FHB editors | January 4th, 20134 comments

Windows built 50 to 100 years ago often were constructed from woods that are no longer available. So it makes sense to refurbish them when they get tired.

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Painting Secrets of a Pro: Hand-Finishing Custom Cabinets

Olitch, Blogger, book author, one of the first FHB editors | December 28th, 2012

Spray-painting can achieve a quality finish cost-effectively. But there's a secret to making the job look hand-painted.

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Cutting Laminated Glass

Olitch, Blogger, book author, one of the first FHB editors | December 14th, 20123 comments

Laminated glass resists impact and deadens sound. But there's a trick to cutting it.

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A Drying Rack for the Road

Olitch, Blogger, book author, one of the first FHB editors | December 9th, 20122 comments

Constructed from common building materials, this drying rack can be easily transported and quickly set up wherever kitchen cabinets need painting.

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Soundproofing: Lessons from a Custom-Built Sound Studio

Olitch, Blogger, book author, one of the first FHB editors | November 30th, 20125 comments

Musicians need to up the decibels now and then. With careful detailing you can contain all those joyful noises, yet still create an airy, light-filled living space.

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Kitchen expansion & addition

toddthetoolman, member | November 29th, 2012

Materials used include: Ash pre-finished hardwood flooring, cherry cabinets, quartz countertops, Andersen windows, Velux remote controlled venting skylights w/ rain sensor auto-close feature and...

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How to Repair a Butchered Floor Joist

ScottG, contributing writer | November 29th, 201213 comments

There's no question the criticism is often undeserved, but plumbers nonetheless have a reputation for taking a recip saw to studs, joists, and rafters when they get in the way of supply and drain lines. The result, as Tackitybits has discovered, can be tough to fix.

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Maple Grove Addition & Remodeling

SylviaFrank, member | November 27th, 2012

This major addition and remodeling in Maple Grove, Minnesota included a new family room and sun room, remodeled dining, kitchen, living room, entry and bath. On the second foor the master bedroom and...

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