Erin and her husband spent two full days replacing a sliding door that leads from their master bedroom to a small deck. Neither tight stairs, bugs or heavy rains would thwart their efforts. The result is a clear view that lightens up the room and provides a gorgeous view of the outdoors. Erin …
13 Renovation Lessons Learned the Hard Way
USGS Hazards mapConstance has learned many renovation lessons. She’s renovated three houses and is just starting on her fourth. Here she shares her experiences so that you might avoid her mistakes. Renovation Lessons “I am a perfectionist, and that's what draws me to remodels. I keep wanting to …
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A DIY Bathroom Project Revisited
Jessica lives with her family in western Idaho. She loves home remodeling projects; the fantasizing, the planning, the shopping, the lists, crossing tasks off as they are completed and of course, the final project. Her husband? Meh, not so much. In fact, he truly hates DIY projects. One thing they …
A Porch Refrigerator, A Home Owner’s Story
A porch refrigerator can be a great place to store snacks and cold beverages for entertaining. Jennie frequently entertains family and friends on her porch. At first, installing a refrigerator seemed far-fetched, but it wasn’t long before she was convinced of the brilliance of the …
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Building a Master Suite, A Homeowner Story
Building a master suite is a great way to add value to your home. Krista and her husband needed more space as their children grew, so they converted a den and part of the living room into a master suite, including adding a ¼ bath. Project: Building a master suite Homeowner: Krista Lewis Budget: …
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Building a Home From Scratch, A Homeowner Story
Building a home from scratch is never a simple project. What if you are a single woman in your mid-twenties looking to build a home for investment purposes? What if you have no prior construction experience or mentors? That was Sandi Foster, and she built a house with no experience. You'll enjoy …
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