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Arch Structures I love architecture and I love arches. Masonry arch structures are curved architectural details that span an opening and support loads above it. today we see arches employed in high end construction, tunnels, bridges and of course old buildings. A Long history The masonry Arch appeared as early as the 2nd millennium BC…
Built Out Windows Receive Copper Roofs The picture above shows asphalt roofing on built out window. We decided to dress up this look a bit by adding copper to the roof. Copper is a high quality material and can add beauty to you home. When installed correctly a copper roof will last a lifetime…
Remodeling Trends- What America Wants Over the past few years, Americans have been surveyed to describe what is important to them when remodeling. Home improvement projects point to specific remodeling trends. Specifically, people want indoor/outdoor livability, technological innovations, flexibility (design should easily adapt to changing family needs), and a kitchen-centric focus. The American Institute of…
Do It Yourself Nightmare – DIY Nightmare We recently were hired to address a sun room that had most likely been leaking from the day it was installed. The sun room failure was due to a faulty design. Poor Design The prior homeowner had routed rabbits in large beams and recessed sliding door glass panels…
Three Home Decorating Tips This article will focus on the top three home decorating tips are easy for a do-it-yourself-er to tackle. Home Decor As a carpenter my thoughts and plans often revolve around details and ideas that make a house more aesthetically pleasing, historically correct or just plain functional. Things like crown molding, built…
The importance of Dovetail Joints for STRONG Drawer Construction Image: a concord carpenter Dovetail joints are extremely strong and attractive joints, and are traditionally used on boxes, chests, quality furniture and cabinet drawers. The Dovetail Joint A dovetail joint is a strong joint technique most commonly used in higher end millwork and woodworking. You…
Learn the Language of Your Home: House Designs By Jay Libby, Andersen Windows People always say when ya know, ya know. When you know you’ve found the house meant to be your home, chances are your explanation for loving it might start with something like, “I just know.” The connection you feel to that house…
3 Bathroom Remodeling Strategies When you look at your bathroom to spruce it up or remodel it you need to ask yourself whether you have the time, energy and budget to take a project like this on. At the end of the day there are three bathroom remodeling strategies to consider and all three are…
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