I'm planning a home addition but would like peruse building material sources beyond what's available in consumer hardware stores. What sources do architects and contractors use for non-standard windows and other items? Is there a McMaster-Carr-equivalent for building materials?
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posted by odinsdream
on Jan 30, 2009 -
4 answers
Any similar sinks out there to the Ikea
HÖLLVIKEN bathroom sink? I like the size and shape of this basin, but want to get some other options. Also, if anyone knows anything about the quality of this sink, those comments would also be appreciated.
posted by buttercup
on Dec 1, 2008 -
5 answers
I need to convert a double 30 amp breaker that feeds a 240V dryer outlet into a subpanel for several 120 lines...
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posted by docpops
on Oct 26, 2008 -
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I am considering knocking down the wall between my kitchen and my dining room. Multiple questions inside.
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posted by hazyspring
on Oct 3, 2008 -
23 answers
I've put an offer on a 1924 house that has a refinished basement. The remodel was done by the homeowners, with no permits. My inspector found some mold on some wood and drywall. What now?
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posted by j
on Sep 8, 2008 -
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HomeImprovementFilter: Looking for the most pet and human friendly way to strip paint off of various surfaces in our home, one of which is a pine banister that's over 100 years old.
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posted by littlerobothead
on Aug 11, 2008 -
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We're in the middle of having a new kitchen installed. As part of the remodel we knocked down a couple of walls. The house has hardwood floors throughout yet the contractor did not put
anything down to protect the floor(!!) when they did the demolition. No surprise then that there are scratches and a couple of gouges on the floor. We're not happy. How to approach this? What rights do we have?
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posted by NailsTheCat
on Jul 11, 2008 -
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Real Estate Filter! I'm thinking of doing a little addition to my house which would add bigger closets, create a bigger master bedroom and add another bathroom. I'm considering one feature which I can't decide whether it would be too weird or not...
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posted by amanda
on Jul 1, 2008 -
36 answers
What's the cost and effort involved in fixing floors attacked by termites and fungus in the bay area?
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posted by bumpybear
on Jun 14, 2008 -
1 answer
RemodelingKitchenFilter: What do you wish you had done to your kitchen when you had the chance?
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posted by birdlips
on Jun 11, 2008 -
43 answers
I need to install some fireblocks (aka fire stops AND fire block[ing]) in my basement. What can I use to make these? Can I use regular sheetrock to make these or do they have to be some special type of sheetrock? If I can't use sheetrock, what type and thickness of wood do they need to be?
posted by tickettrader
on Apr 22, 2008 -
9 answers
Can you recommend an architect in the Seattle area? I'm hoping to have a second story put on my ranch house, and need professional advice. (I'll also happily take recommendations for contractors.)
posted by The corpse in the library
on Mar 23, 2008 -
5 answers
What kind of things do you need to ask a home remodeling contractor, like about liability insurance, bonding and all that? How do you approach this with them? Do you take their word for it or demand proof?
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posted by amfea
on Feb 25, 2008 -
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I'm looking for remodeling picture sets (
like this) for renovation inspiration. They don't have to be on Flickr, but a sequential, step-by-step series would be nice. Is there a site that specializes in these types of DIY remodel picture sets?
posted by (bb|[^b]{2})
on Jan 30, 2008 -
2 answers
We're coming near the end of a major kitchen remodel and we'd like to show our appreciation to the foreman/carpenter by "tipping" him at the end of the job. How much?
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posted by cooker girl
on Jan 25, 2008 -
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I've run out of money on our house remodel and still need to do a downstairs bathroom. Any suggestions for finding some affordable, modern-looking bathroom sink/vanity combos online -- like
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posted by zenpop
on May 30, 2007 -
7 answers
Remodel Filter: Looking for scrap granite / mica countertops for some home remodel projects - or how to go about begging for them.
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posted by jimmy0x52
on Jan 19, 2007 -
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Older house thread: Most older houses have one tiny little bathroom and no real closets to speak of. Help me figure out how to rectify that!
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posted by stormygrey
on Jan 14, 2007 -
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I am looking for more information on the features (pros & cons, price range, etc.), of various building/interior finish materials.
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posted by bove
on Dec 1, 2006 -
10 answers
Wacky Tiled Walls, need cheap creative solution...For some strange reason the entire apartment is tiled! To make matters worse in each room there are about 4 or 5 different style of tiles. I need a cheap creative solution to make the apartment more home like and less like one big bathroom. Anyone? Please help!
posted by mscatch22
on Jun 22, 2006 -
19 answers
We are designing a semi-modern, semi-classic kitchen remodel in our 1922 Craftsman / Mission Revival bungalow. I am very much opposed to using cans in the ceiling for light, although I realize I may be in the wrong; my wife insists that they are necessary, even though there is a bright multi-light unit from Rejuvenation Hardware over the dining nook and various period-accurate pendants for spot lights on the counters and some under-cabinet over-counter lighting.
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posted by luriete
on Nov 4, 2005 -
14 answers
Budget kitchen remodel advice for someone at that "too clueless even to know what I don't know" stage.
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posted by kmel
on Sep 27, 2005 -
14 answers
I'm thinking of building my own kitchen counter-tops from concrete. I have some how-to books and have talked to a friend who is doing it as well, but thought I'd put the question out to AskMefi. What has been your experience? Any tips or tricks? Any special materials or sealers? Thanks!
posted by jacobsee
on Apr 25, 2005 -
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