Archive for June, 2010

Upscale bathroom remodeling project to include larger shower only. Will no tub hurt resale and/or appeal?

Tuesday, June 8th, 2010

Mary J P asked: The remodeling project will include double sinks w/ granite counter tops, tile on floor and in shower, upscale faucets/shower head, new toilet, etc. We are not sparing much for expense and I think it will look great, I just wonder if it will look as ...

How do I replace rotten underlayment when remodeling a tile shower?

Monday, June 7th, 2010

Snootch asked: I am remodeling a shower/tub area. I removed the old tiles and the wall underneath is in good shape except for the tub lip which is rusted away. Some of the greenboard looks rotten near the spout and valves. What do I replace the ...

Recoup Remodeling and Addition Investments

Saturday, June 5th, 2010

Lori Smith asked: When undertaking large remodeling and home addition projects, it is smart to research your local real estate market to find out if your project will return your investment when it is time to sell. Depending on where you live, the right project may return 100% of your ...

How to repair a cabinet door?

Friday, June 4th, 2010

Richard K. asked: I punched a hole into my cabinet door. Yes, it was dumb, but now I have to fix it. Any suggestions besides getting a brand new one? This cabinet door is maybe 1.5' x 5'... the broken panel is probably a couple of millimeters ...

The Cabinet

Thursday, June 3rd, 2010

BuntyDave asked: Made in 1983. Three of us met at art college and formed a band. While at collage we had to do a video project, most people did 'My journey to college' or ' How to strip a 2CV engine in a day'. We did a video for our ...

Looking for the correct term/keyword for bathroom remodeling?

Tuesday, June 1st, 2010

Gordon asked: I'm remodeling my bathroom and looking for the correct term/keywork so I can do on-line shopping. I've seen built-in (indent, push-in, lodge-in?) shelves for holding bottles/soap on the shower/bath wall. It usually comes in two shelves so I can put "into" the wall to save space. ...