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The Best Remodels of 2008
If a picture says a thousand words, these before and after photos say a million
A Narrow Kitchen Opens Up
Increased access and creative cabinetry let a small kitchen live big.
Remodeling for Energy Efficiency
Can a 150-year-old house approach net-zero energy use? Three case studies point the way from the 19th to the 21st century.
Custom Electrical-Box Extensions
If you do enough remodeling work, you’ll eventually encounter a situation that calls for extending the depth of an existing electrical box to match the thickness of a new wall.…
Ceiling Remodel: From Flat to Cathedral
Reframing exploits unused attic space and helps to open up a cramped ranch house.
Upward Expansion
Adding a third floor doesn't always mean on top of the second story
Tapping in to a cast-iron waste pipe
Q: I’m adding a second-floor bathroom, and I need to tap into the cast-iron waste line in the basement to bring up a new 3-in. waste stack. Should I break…
Measuring Out-of-Level Floors
As a renovation contractor, I work mostly in old homes that require straightening (where possible). To find out how much a floor sagged from one corner to the other, I…
Removing Big Mirrors Safely
Before I remove a mirror that has been glued to a wall, I cover it with carpet protector. This is an adhesive-backed clear plastic sheet. If the glass should fracture,…
Thrifty Solutions for an Outdated Kitchen
Challenged by a tight budget, a contracting couple finds five affordable ways to gain luxury, convenience, and space.

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