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Venting an Attic

A well-ventilated attic will maintain a temperature During the winter, cold attic air prevents ice damming. In the winter a well-ventilated attic will often have a thick blanket 150 square attic feet. In a finished attic with insulation pushed against

Green Living Guidelines

Green Living Guidelines

on the market now. Often they are simple and inexpensive, offering green benefits whether you're planning to build or remodel . Others are practical only when the cost can be incorporated into a mortgage; this way the upfront cost can be spread over bottle carpet," uses plastic and recovered textiles and is more resilient and colorfast than conventional carpet. Cellulose attic insulation is made from recycled newspaper and sprayed in for superior sealing. See this Web site for a comprehensive list

Bathroom Floor Plan Options

Bathroom Floor Plan Options

three of the walls. If you're planning a bathroom addition or remodel that involves multiple "wet" walls, it's a good idea to climbs from 7 feet to 10 feet, suggesting the feeling of an attic room. A bay window provides a niche for the deep soaking tub

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Attic Renovation Advice from a Pro

Attic Renovation Advice from a Pro

Attic remodeling tips from an officer of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI).

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the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI). If you're planning an attic conversion, here are a few things you need to know before you get started. First thing, schedule a meeting with a professional remodeler with design capabilities. Your remodeler will be able to assess your limitations and possibilities for your attic conversion.
they have the strength to carry the additional weight involved. Have your attic floor check. Be sure that it's strong enough to support the living space as well. If your attic's insulation is weak, you will save money in the long-run on heating and cooling by installing insulation and sealing off air escape
If you're adding bathroom to the remodeled attic , the best location for that will be above an existing bathroom to allow plumbing lines to be installed straight up into the attic . For additional space and natural light, you may choose to install dormers, which are windows that set upright on a sloping roof.
enjoyment for the dollars you invest in your remodeling. Enjoy your remodeled attic space.

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Real-Home Remodel: Born-Again Bungalow

Real-Home Remodel: Born-Again Bungalow

more light to fill the room. Before the remodel , the old home didn't have air-conditioning lend character to the room. During the remodel , it was discovered that termites had The homeowners transformed the existing attic space and added 800 square feet to create played a major role in this home's remodel . The doors to the master bathroom came

Gabled Dormer Windows

Gabled Dormer Windows

structure. Often used to camouflage an attic fan, this dormer style adds exterior colonial homes to make sure they got their remodel right. Each dormer contributes to the and complement the portico below. An attic renovation provided these homeowners with the perfect

Cottage Bathroom Ideas

Cottage Bathroom Ideas

form the whirlpool tub surround in this attic bath. In keeping with the vintage theme perfect substitute for a counter. If you remodel your attic , consider adding dormer windows. They to your house, look up... to your attic . This colorful space is a great example Reclaiming it was the goal of a recent remodel . Now the cottage look is back, accomplished

Changes to House Floor Plans

Changes to House Floor Plans

soft blue color to infuse the space with a peaceful mood. Attic conversions, such as this one, can be a home's major selling balcony with mountain views. The design team finished the attic remodeling with beefier columns and dark brown sisal flooring to muffle

Dormer Window Solutions

Dormer Window Solutions

advantage of morning light pouring into the room. This attic renovation transformed sparsely used storage space into a darling homeowners to enjoy the view from all sides of their attic retreat. A French door gives easy access to a private

Before & After: Fireplaces

Before & After: Fireplaces

date with a cup of tea and a good book. This big, bright attic space was unfinished but filled with unlimited possibilities large windows would be a perfect addition to the room. The finished attic -turned-family room is bright and cheery. The colorful

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