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My Two projects - Can I do it? D J 01-10-2007
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Posted by D J on January 11, 2007, 1:26 pm


Thanks for great answers everyone.

I see that I need to read books.

Any good book suggestion which one helps better? I am going to visit
local lib soon.

Thanks,
DJ


Edwin Pawlowski wrote:
> > (1) Create a new bath room. - I know this could be difficult and not
> > wise to do everything by myself, without plumber help. I just want to
> > minimize the plumber help and of course the money. May be I can install
> > the walls myself, may be floors too? may be paint it? install counter
> > tops, sinks etc?
>
> The most difficult part here is the drain pipe. Before you get started,
> call a plumber and find out what he needs for space and location. The rest
> is common framing and finishing. That portion is easy to handle if you are
> handy. Oh, some electrical too. Unless you are knowledagable of it,
> contract that out also. YOu'll fame the room, then have it wored and
> plumbed, then finisht he wall, then the final plubing and fixture
> installation.
>
> There are may books available that explain the steps for what you have to
> do.
>
>
> >
> > (2) Repositioning a door in an outer wall from kitchen to utilize the
> > space better. I just want to remove the door from current position and
> > install in a newer location so that the traffic flow does not obstruct
> > kitchen activities.
>
> Now we are getting into some serious construction here. Opening up exterior
> bearing walls is more involved that what you are doing to partition a
> bathroom. The wall must be opened, headers must be installed and the
> opening framed according to building codes. Yes, this is done every day but
> you need a little more knowledge of construction. You also have to match up
> the outside siding, or brick, or whatever.
>
> Keep in mind, it is never a simple job to just move a door. Trust me, it
> opens up the possibility of changing the entire kitchen around and spending
> thousands of dollars. I've seen simple things like painting a wall turn into
> major projects just so everything else looks good and matches. Make a
> plan, get some help on that one, and read a few books.


Posted by Oren on January 11, 2007, 4:39 pm



>Thanks for great answers everyone.
>
>I see that I need to read books.
>
>Any good book suggestion which one helps better? I am going to visit
>local lib soon.
>
>Thanks,
>DJ
>
>
>Edwin Pawlowski wrote:
>> > (1) Create a new bath room. - I know this could be difficult and not
>> > wise to do everything by myself, without plumber help. I just want to
>> > minimize the plumber help and of course the money. May be I can install
>> > the walls myself, may be floors too? may be paint it? install counter
>> > tops, sinks etc?
>>
>> The most difficult part here is the drain pipe. Before you get started,
>> call a plumber and find out what he needs for space and location. The rest
>> is common framing and finishing. That portion is easy to handle if you are
>> handy. Oh, some electrical too. Unless you are knowledagable of it,
>> contract that out also. YOu'll fame the room, then have it wored and
>> plumbed, then finisht he wall, then the final plubing and fixture
>> installation.
>>
>> There are may books available that explain the steps for what you have to
>> do.
>>
>>
>> >
>> > (2) Repositioning a door in an outer wall from kitchen to utilize the
>> > space better. I just want to remove the door from current position and
>> > install in a newer location so that the traffic flow does not obstruct
>> > kitchen activities.
>>
>> Now we are getting into some serious construction here. Opening up exterior
>> bearing walls is more involved that what you are doing to partition a
>> bathroom. The wall must be opened, headers must be installed and the
>> opening framed according to building codes. Yes, this is done every day but
>> you need a little more knowledge of construction. You also have to match up
>> the outside siding, or brick, or whatever.
>>
>> Keep in mind, it is never a simple job to just move a door. Trust me, it
>> opens up the possibility of changing the entire kitchen around and spending
>> thousands of dollars. I've seen simple things like painting a wall turn into
>> major projects just so everything else looks good and matches. Make a
>> plan, get some help on that one, and read a few books.


Time Life books are good for a DIY person. Here is one (used) for
$1.00.

Kitchens and Bathrooms
by Time-Life Books
ISBN: 0809423863

http://www.biblio.com/isbn/0809423863.html

Great illustrations.






--
Oren

"Well, it doesn't happen all the time, but when it happens, it happens
constantly."

Posted by on January 11, 2007, 2:07 pm


If you have to ask, no.
D J wrote:
> Folks,
>
> Just bought a house recently and now am planning to do some
> modifications. Can't afford to hire a contractor although am willing to
> spend week end times or more myself.
>
> Two jobs are there which I am considering:
>
> (1) Create a new bath room. - I know this could be difficult and not
> wise to do everything by myself, without plumber help. I just want to
> minimize the plumber help and of course the money. May be I can install
> the walls myself, may be floors too? may be paint it? install counter
> tops, sinks etc?
>
> Anyone did it by yourself? Any tips, helpful web sites? What r the
> things I can do alone? and what I need help of plumber?
>
> (2) Repositioning a door in an outer wall from kitchen to utilize the
> space better. I just want to remove the door from current position and
> install in a newer location so that the traffic flow does not obstruct
> kitchen activities.
>
> Please help if some one passed through similar experience... will
> really appreciate it.
>
> I am not that good at wood working but know the basics.
>
> Thanks and regards,
> D J


Posted by Oren on January 11, 2007, 8:27 pm


On 11 Jan 2007 11:07:05 -0800, sonofabitchsky@hotmail.com wrote:

>If you have to ask, no.
>D J wrote:
>> Folks,
>>
>> Just bought a house recently and now am planning to do some
>> modifications. Can't afford to hire a contractor although am willing to
>> spend week end times or more myself.
>>
>> Two jobs are there which I am considering:
>>
>> (1) Create a new bath room. - I know this could be difficult and not
>> wise to do everything by myself, without plumber help. I just want to
>> minimize the plumber help and of course the money. May be I can install
>> the walls myself, may be floors too? may be paint it? install counter
>> tops, sinks etc?
>>
>> Anyone did it by yourself? Any tips, helpful web sites? What r the
>> things I can do alone? and what I need help of plumber?
>>
>> (2) Repositioning a door in an outer wall from kitchen to utilize the
>> space better. I just want to remove the door from current position and
>> install in a newer location so that the traffic flow does not obstruct
>> kitchen activities.
>>
>> Please help if some one passed through similar experience... will
>> really appreciate it.
>>
>> I am not that good at wood working but know the basics.
>>
>> Thanks and regards,
>> D J

If I only had a nickel for every time I was told no. Telling me no is
like a challenge. I do know my limits and when to ask for help from
those more qualified than me, except in cases where common sense is
lacking. If the OP has common sense, his projects can be done. He
already has outstanding replies and is willing to tackle the job.

--
Oren

I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work. Thomas A. Edison


Posted by on January 12, 2007, 2:05 pm


Ok, sure you can do it. And, it will cost less and take less and come
out better than you origianlly thought. Have fun!


Oren wrote:
> On 11 Jan 2007 11:07:05 -0800, sonofabitchsky@hotmail.com wrote:
>
> >If you have to ask, no.
> >D J wrote:
> >> Folks,
> >>
> >> Just bought a house recently and now am planning to do some
> >> modifications. Can't afford to hire a contractor although am willing to
> >> spend week end times or more myself.
> >>
> >> Two jobs are there which I am considering:
> >>
> >> (1) Create a new bath room. - I know this could be difficult and not
> >> wise to do everything by myself, without plumber help. I just want to
> >> minimize the plumber help and of course the money. May be I can install
> >> the walls myself, may be floors too? may be paint it? install counter
> >> tops, sinks etc?
> >>
> >> Anyone did it by yourself? Any tips, helpful web sites? What r the
> >> things I can do alone? and what I need help of plumber?
> >>
> >> (2) Repositioning a door in an outer wall from kitchen to utilize the
> >> space better. I just want to remove the door from current position and
> >> install in a newer location so that the traffic flow does not obstruct
> >> kitchen activities.
> >>
> >> Please help if some one passed through similar experience... will
> >> really appreciate it.
> >>
> >> I am not that good at wood working but know the basics.
> >>
> >> Thanks and regards,
> >> D J
>
> If I only had a nickel for every time I was told no. Telling me no is
> like a challenge. I do know my limits and when to ask for help from
> those more qualified than me, except in cases where common sense is
> lacking. If the OP has common sense, his projects can be done. He
> already has outstanding replies and is willing to tackle the job.
>
> --
> Oren
>
> I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work. Thomas A.
Edison


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