Tuesday, June 3, 2014
Cedar Siding
Get some ideas for cedar siding, plus request free samples: http://www.builddirect.com/Wood-Siding.aspx
Monday, May 19, 2014
Pros and Cons of a Brick Driveway
Considering doing your driveway with pavers? Start here: http://garages.about.com/od/buildingagarage/a/Pros-And-Cons-Of-A-Brick-Paver-Driveway.htm
Thursday, May 15, 2014
Steel Lap Siding
Don't get vinyl siding that cracks and fades, check out steel lap siding (especially the colors that are available): http://www.midwestmanufacturing.com/MidwestManufacturing/productGroup.do?groupId=2&Residential-Steel-Roofing-and-Siding=Residential-Steel-Roofing-and-Siding
Wednesday, May 14, 2014
Boxed Ceiling Beams
Add real wood ceiling beams to your room instead of faux beams. Check this site out: http://www.tomcomknowshow.com/how-to-build-boxed-ceiling-beams.html
Wednesday, May 7, 2014
How To Install Shower Backer Board
A good video on how to install shower tile backer board: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5tl1-4FaxUU
Tuesday, May 6, 2014
Monday, May 5, 2014
Laundry Room Storage Ideas
Different laundry room ideas: http://www.hgtv.com/laundry-rooms/package/index.html
Sunday, May 4, 2014
Concrete Countertops
Considering concrete countertops for your kitchen? http://www.concretenetwork.com/concrete/countertops/
Friday, May 2, 2014
Crown Molding Installation
A good website for installation tips and instructions: http://www.installcrown.com/Crown_molding_DIY_installing_ti.html
Thursday, May 1, 2014
Quick Set Drywall Compound
"ProForm® BRAND Quick Set™ Lite Setting
Compound is a quick setting/hardening type joint compound that is 30%
lighter than conventional setting compound, can be easily sanded and
requires less time and effort to work. Available in 5, 20, 45, 90, and
210 minute set times." http://www.nationalgypsum.com/products/Product.aspx?ProductID=2364
Wednesday, April 30, 2014
Proper Foundation Drainage
"Footing-drain problems are expensive to fix. Building codes require perimeter drains around the outside of basement footings. They are not difficult to install properly before the foundation has been back-filled, but they are costly and disruptive to put in after the fact. As long as you're going to protect the bottom of the foundation of a house from water, it's worth doing right." http://www.greenbuildingadvisor.com/green-basics/foundation-drains-0
Tuesday, April 29, 2014
Adding Texture to Your Ceiling
Some good how-to instructions for adding texture to a ceiling: http://www.familyhandyman.com/drywall/ceiling-texture
Monday, April 28, 2014
Saturday, April 26, 2014
Friday, April 25, 2014
Thursday, April 24, 2014
No Cut Block Projects
Menards has many "no cut" landscaping block "kits" available including this Webster Fireplace: http://www.menards.com/main/p-2268116-c-13093.htm
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
Arts & Crafts Style Entryway Set
If this is your style: "This
is a solid Brass standard Entryway set in an Arts and Crafts pattern.
The finish is shown in a Rubbed Bronze and it is also available in Satin
Nickel, Flat Black as well as Oil Rubbed Bronze. This is shown with the
oval shaped hammered knob but it can also be paired with the crystal
round knob, porcelain knob or several other optional knobs. This comes
standard with a 2 3/8 inch back set and a 2 3/4 inch back set is also
available. The deadbolt to knob center-to-center distance is 5 1/2
inches"
http://www.lookintheattic.com/arcrsttulaen.html
http://www.lookintheattic.com/arcrsttulaen.html
Monday, April 21, 2014
Wood Carriage Garage Doors
If price is no object, check this site out: http://www.realcarriagedoors.com/
Sunday, April 20, 2014
Saturday, April 19, 2014
Insulating Concrete Forms
History and advantages of using ICFs for your foundation walls: http://www.cement.org/think-harder-concrete-/homes/building-systems/insulated-concrete-forms
Friday, April 18, 2014
Thursday, April 17, 2014
Residential Roofing Options
Here's a brief overview of choices for your new roof: http://rzroofing.com/residentialroofing.html.
Rolling Pig Pen
For all you farmers out there! Check this out: http://www.residentialarchitect.com/education/hog-heaven.aspx?dfpzone=projects.outbuildings ...
Tuesday, April 15, 2014
Construction Market Gaining Steam
Modest gains expected in the construction market in SW Michigan: http://mibiz.com/news/design-build/item/21442-construction-market-%E2%80%98gaining-steam%E2%80%99-but-hiring-could-lag
Monday, April 14, 2014
Saturday, April 12, 2014
Friday, April 11, 2014
Approval from Thumbtack
Got official approval at Thumbtack.com. Direct your favorable reviews here: http://tack.bz/11f4w :)
Thursday, April 10, 2014
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