Remodeling a Kitchen (Build Like A Pro)
by Sam Clark
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Author: Sam ClarkEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Published)
Format: Bargain Price
Published: 2003-10-01
ISBN: N/A
Number of pages: 208
Publisher: Taunton
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Book Review: Comprehensive guide to the whole project.
Summary: 5 Stars
I just read the two previous reviews, and felt compelled to write my own. I've had this book a few months and haven't yet redone the kitchen. I worked in construction for many years, but never did kitchen design, though I did do some installations. I re-did the kitchen in our previous home, but didn't change the layout too much.
I'd hate for people to bypass this book based on the prior bad review. If you could only have one book to guide you through your whole project, this one would be hard to beat. It walks you through the process step-by-step, and warns you of potential issues like "hidden systems" - heat, electrical, etc. which can save you loads of aggravation.
I don't have a problem with a significant part of the book being dedicated to design. If you gloss over the design step and move right into construction and end up with a kitchen that doesn't quite fit your cooking/life style, what have you got?? You can get a design at a store that sells cabinets, and guaranteed you'll get a design that fully utilizes their pre-built, one size fits most cabinets they're looking to sell. Maybe that works for you, but maybe not. I find the design part the most challenging. If you don't want to get into it, think about finding a kitchen designer. You may get lucky at IKEA or another big box store. Personally, I have to know I'm getting what works best for us before the money starts going out.
As for needing more information on construction, I don't see it. I think this book has most of what you need. If you didn't quite get something, like installing tile, then there are many places to do research. To me, it's easier to find a description on how to build a cabinet than it is to get a good design. I feel that this book both covers design and takes a thorough look at construction. I have a few books on design alone, and would suggest that approach if you're serious about doing it yourself.
I've always been happy with Taunton Press books. [...]
Summary of Remodeling a Kitchen (Build Like A Pro)
Remodeling a kitchen is fun, practical, and one of the best return-on-investment, home-improvement projects out there. Taunton's proven Build Like a Pro series takes this popular remodeling project step by step from planning, through construction, down to the custom details. It's all in here - from design guidance to choices in materials with professional advice, more than 350 color photographs and drawings that illustrate the remodeling process from start to finish, and hands-on information which includes tips, tool lists, and advice on choosing materials and fixtures.Kitchens Books
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