Basements and Attics

Basements and Attics

Author: Matthew Paymar

Publisher: Creative Publishing International

Published: 2006-01

Total Pages: 142

ISBN-13: 9781589232242

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Many homes contain unfinished spaces in a basement or attic that can be transformed into wonderful finished living spaces for far less than it might cost to build a major addition. This text gives dozens of innovative ideas for transforming unfinished spaces into comfortable, secure living areas.


Ultimate Guide to Basements, Attics & Garages, 3rd Revised Edition

Ultimate Guide to Basements, Attics & Garages, 3rd Revised Edition

Author: Editors of Creative Homeowner

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing

Published: 2020-12-01

Total Pages: 604

ISBN-13: 1607657449

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Running out of space for your growing family? No need to move or invest in an expensive addition! Learn how to remodel unfinished areas in your home to maximize living space. With over 580 color photographs and illustrations and 50 detailed step-by-step sequences to guide you through DIY construction, redesign the areas you already have but aren’t utilizing to their fullest potential!


How to Plan and Remodel Attics and Basements

How to Plan and Remodel Attics and Basements

Author: Robert J. Beckstrom

Publisher:

Published: 1986

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 9780897210737

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Demonstrates useful construction techniques, shows how to decorate attic and basement spaces, and discusses ventilation, heating and cooling, and lighting.


Complete Basements, Attics and Bonus Rooms

Complete Basements, Attics and Bonus Rooms

Author: Better Homes and Gardens

Publisher: Better Homes & Gardens Books

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 196

ISBN-13: 9780696213502

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Showing how to convert unused space into living areas, this handbook inspiresand educates with hands-on details, planning advice, and doable projects. 100photos & 250 illustrations.


Make It Right: Attics and Basements

Make It Right: Attics and Basements

Author: Mike Holmes

Publisher: Harper Collins

Published: 2013-08-27

Total Pages: 293

ISBN-13: 144340618X

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Anyone who has planned a renovation project knows that there are many, often difficult, decisions to make along the way. As Canada’s most trusted contractor, Mike has seen the good, the bad and the ugly. He provides expert advice in all aspects of planning and completing the most common renovation projects so homeowners will know what’s possible: design and planning considerations, including advice on building green learn the basics: structural considerations, permits and potential challenges hire right: finding the right people for the job choose the right materials: comprehensive guide to flooring, cabinets, etc., to help you make the best choices (which aren’t necessarily the most expensive ones) understand cost and timelines: getting and understanding estimates and how long it’s going to take oversee the job properly: how to ensure the renovation is done right, including step-by-step photographs of correct installation Packed with colour photographs, illustrations and sidebars, these two new Make It RightTM books will help ensure homeowners avoid costly mistakes and get their renovation right the first time.


Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Attics & Basements

Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Attics & Basements

Author: Matthew Paymar

Publisher: Cool Springs Press

Published: 2007-05-15

Total Pages: 240

ISBN-13: 9781589233027

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Complete planning & remodeling information for both attics and basements Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Attics & Basements is the perfect book for homeowners who need more living space but aren't able or willing to move to a larger home or build an expensive room addition. More than 75% of homes have unfinished space in an attic or basement, just waiting for a creative touch, and this book will show readers how to convert that territory into practical living space. Armed with this book, homeowners will be able to add a bedroom, bathroom, recreation room, or home office without changing the basic blueprint of the home.


Finishing Basements & Attics

Finishing Basements & Attics

Author:

Publisher: Creative Pub International

Published: 2000-01-01

Total Pages: 159

ISBN-13: 9780865734678

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This book shows homeowners how to convert unfinished space in a basement or attic into comfortable, safe living areas. Contains more than 300 photos and illustrations and features step-by-step projects.


Make It Right

Make It Right

Author: Mike Holmes

Publisher: HarperCollins Canada

Published: 2013-08-27

Total Pages: 466

ISBN-13: 144340599X

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More than 1 million viewers in Canada watch Mike Holmes’ television show, Holmes on Homes, every week. Thousands more see him at his personal appearances and visit his website, looking for advice on renos-gone-wrong. Mike Holmes is Canada’s most trusted contractor, a crusader with a mission to expose botched renovations--and now the author of a bestselling book that has shipped over 60,000 copies in its hardcover edition. Mike has taken his professional expertise and tell-it-like-it-is style and turned it into the guide no homeowner should be without. Make It Right walks readers through a renovation from start to finish, from the process of finding a reliable contractor to understanding the legalities of renovation. Mike explains the inner workings of a house, covers the most popular reno projects and describes the most common pitfalls. Packed with informative sidebars, checklists, diagrams and photographs, all showing what to expect from contractors and tradespeople, and how to keep every reno running on time and on budget, Make It Right is the book you need to read before you plan a renovation. Be smart. Take charge. Get it right the first time.


Finishing Basements and Attics

Finishing Basements and Attics

Author: Creative Publishing International

Publisher: Creative Publishing Int'l

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 168

ISBN-13: 9780865735835

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Learn how to add new rooms to your home without adding on. This book takes you through the entire remodeling process, from assessing the unfinished space and planning the project to framing new walls and installing trim. You'll find dozens of building projects that show, step-by-step, how to convert unused square footage into comfortable living space. Including plumbing a basement bathroom, adding forced-air ducts and installing a window in a gable wall. This book is aimed at consumer trends toward cocooning and working from home offices. Ideas and Projects for Expanding Your Living Space: Ideas.20 pages of design tips and color photos of successful finishing projects. Advice.Professional guidance for do-it-yourselfers of all skill levels. How-to.Step-by-step instructions for completing popular construction and remodeling projects. Projects.Including building a custom wet bar and installing a gas fireplace.