Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Attics & Basements

by Matthew Paymar, Phil Schmidt

Overview

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.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781616733308
Publisher:	Cool Springs Press
Publication date:	05/15/2007
Series:	Black & Decker Complete Guide
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	240
File size:	113 MB
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About the Author

Matthew Paymar is an interior designer, home organization specialist and freelance writer. He spends his free time renovating his turn-of-the-century home in Minneapolis MN.

Philip Schmidt is an avid environmentalist and a home improvement expert who has written many successful DIY books, including Build Your Kids a Treehouse, The Complete Guide to Patios, and The Complete Guide to Contemporary Sheds. He lives in Golden, CO

Philip Schmidt is an avid environmentalist and a home improvement expert who has written many successful DIY books, including Build Your Kids a Treehouse, The Complete Guide to Patios, and The Complete Guide to Contemporary Sheds. He lives in Golden, CO

Editorial Reviews

Is your house too small? Why not tap into the unused space of your attic and basement before shopping for a larger one? Schmidt (Finishing Basements & Attics) and Paymar (IdeaWise: Basements & Attics) have produced an excellent book showcasing the potential of attics and basements. Before delving deeper into renovation projects, the authors first cover planning and evaluation of the space and highlight potential problems. All possible aspects of finishing are covered, including special projects such as adding a wet bar or radiant heating. Very clear instruction and good step-by-step illustrations round out the guide. Highly recommended for all collections. —Library Journal, June 1, 2007

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