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Laying the Decking for the First Floor

Project: Victorian, Episode 4, Part 1

Special truss joists on the bedroom wing are installed, and, as the walls are raised, Bob explains the advantages of Western balloon framing. Also, Bob takes a trip to the breathtaking Lyndhurst mansion for a taste of Victorian high living in New York's Hudson River Valley.

Part 1: Laying the Decking for the First Floor: Having reviewed their work on preparing the site, Bob and contractor Bob Ryley begin laying the first-floor decking by using glue and nails to attach the plywood decking to the special truss joists, which are made of OSB and laminated plywood.
Part 2: Lyndhurst Mansion Tour
Part 3: Gable Addition Framing

Bob Vila tackles a remodeling and construction project on the island of Martha's Vineyard. The expansion of the cabin transforms a tiny vacation home into a spacious family retreat with an authentic 'Vineyard Victorian' look.

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Episode 1 - Selecting the Site
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Bob takes the ferry to the island of Martha's Vineyard, MA and tours Oak Bluffs in order soak in the town's Victorian history. An island realtor shows Bob potential sites for his nextd remodeling project. They wind up at a tiny summer cottage in picturesque East Chop.
Episode 2 - Clearing the Lot
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The architect shares the plans for new project on Martha's Vineyard. Bob clears trees from the lot. Along the way, he gives guidelines on chain saw safety, and digging the foundation begins. Also, Bob takes an inspirational tour of the striking Chateau-sur-Mer in Newport, RI.
Episode 3 - Foundation and Framing
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The crew on Martha's Vineyard begins to lay a cinder block foundation with a crawl space for storage, while Bob explains how to connect the old construction to the new. Plus, Bob travels to historic Cape May, NJ to tour Victorian homes in one of America's oldest beach resort towns. Back at the site, the carpenters start framing the new turret roof on the old cottage.
Episode 5 - Building the Chimney and Framing the Breezeway
Episode 6 - Verge Board and Plumbing
Episode 7 - Porch, Windows, and Shingles
Episode 8 - Insulation and Wiring
Episode 9 - Wallpapering and Pantry
Episode 10 - Installing Shingles and Tin Ceiling
Episode 11 - Courtyard Pavers and Master Bath
Episode 12 - Plate Rail and Stenciling
Episode 13 - House Tour

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