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Recapping the Remodeling and Converting an Unfinished Basement into Living Space

… bottom sheet metal track was attached to the foundation using concrete nails. Magnetic levels were used to get a plumb line to the … tracks were then screwed into the ceiling joists. The studs are cut to length and two studs are attached together back-to- …

Replicating Old Window Moldings and Replacing House Trim and Boards

… match, the trim is scanned into the computer and a specialized knife is cut. The knife is then used in the machine to rip the molding. … easy to work with, and takes a good coat of paint. Stainless steel nails and fasteners work best for this type of wood.

Cutting an Exterior Door to Fit

… door. Moynihan Lumber modified an existing door to fit the smaller space. Sandonato explains the modifications that were made to make the door fit. The door is a fiberglass Therma-Tru model that was cut down in height and width tofit the existing opening.

Framing the Garage

With the slab foundation complete, the crew begins work on the framing. Bob visits Etsy Lumber in Groveland, MA, where post-and-beam materials are pre-cut to specifications.

How To: Install a New Door

Most homeowners are installing a new door to replace a old door that’s been damaged or cut short to fit existing flooring, a simple enough fix if you take the time to measure. If the door is short because you’ve changed flooring, measure from...

Cool Your House with Smart Landscaping

Smart landscaping is more than a pretty yard—it’s a smart and efficient way to cool your home in summer. Trees shade roofs from the hot summer sun. Shrubs and vines can be planted to keep walls cool. Shading your air conditioner can reduce...

German cut-off saw?

I would like more info on the cut off saw the guy from Carlyle flooring was using to cut the wide panel flooring in "Modern Colonial - Episode 10".(the one used with a skil saw) It was described only as …

Verge Board and Plumbing

… Martha's Vineyard for design elements he can use at the project house. The plumber demonstrates how to handle PVC, and a verge board is cut and attached to a gable end. In addition, Bob travels to the Jersey Shore to see a fantastic Victorian "folly".

Framing and Cutting Rafters

Bob reviews the process of framing the new first floor layout, then tours the under-repair U.S.S. Constitution. Contractor Bob Ryley explains how the rafters are cut for the new roof.

Soundproof Your Floors

Paying attention to what’s underneath your floors can have a profound effect on noise reduction and sound control in your home. Like other room components, floors respond to the four steps of sound deadening, which include absorption, blocking,...

How To: Distress New Beams for an Century-Old Look

Creating hundred-year-old beams is an art form that Juan Santos of Emilios' Woodworking has perfected. In the Malibu series from Home Again's third season, Juan shared some of his technique with Bob, taking a new, freshly cut Douglas fir beam and...

Applying Bathroom Tile and Deck Treatment

Bob focuses on an eye-catching fan detail being applied to the façade. Contractor Larry Landers demonstrates how to cut bathroom floor tiles for a perfect fit, and the master bedroom deck gets a beautiful treatment.

Kitchen Cabinets and Countertops

Bob reviews the new European kitchen cabinets and a granite countertop is installed. Plus, after learning how the granite was custom-cut, a third excursion is made to the sister project in Columbus, OH.

Building a Sunroom Planter

The first addition to the sunroom in the Season 13 Modern Colonial home was a simple cedar planter. Built by Bob Ryley in the project house's workshop, the planter's basic design was given a little extra flair with some resourceful saber saw work....

Constructing the Swimming Pool and Shower Stall

Pool construction continues, Bob visits a sister project in New York City, and a shower stall is fabricated from cut marble.

Custom Paneling Systems

Custom paneling has always been a luxury item. It is labor and cost intensive, since creating a profile means multiple components —baseboard, rails, stiles, panels, caps—to create a visually interesting or historically accurate look. Each...

Butt cut floor

This morning 9/12/04 on Home Again I saw a floor being put down with what looked like 3x6x1/2 inch butt cut boards. They used glue to put in down with and then a grout. Do any of you know what the grout was made out of? I think they said saw dust and …