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"Porches and Sunrooms: Planning and Remodeling Ideas" by Roger German is a comprehensive guide for homeowners looking to enhance their outdoor living spaces. Published in 2005 by Fox Chapel Publishing Company, this trade paperback book offers practical insights and creative inspiration for designing and constructing porches and sunrooms. With 224 pages filled with expert tips, illustrations, and design ideas, this book is sure to inspire readers to create stunning outdoor areas that perfectly blend functionality and aesthetics. Whether you are looking to add a new porch or remodel an existing one, this book provides valuable guidance and inspiration for your project.
Book TitlePorches and Sunrooms : Planning and Remodeling Ideas
Number of Pages224 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2005
TopicDesign & Construction, Outdoor & Recreational Areas
FeaturesRevised
IllustratorYes
GenreHouse & Home
AuthorRoger German
Book SeriesHome Improvement Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.5 in
Item Weight36.1 Oz
Item Length10.9 in
Item Width8.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2005-922984
Dewey Edition22
Grade FromFifth Grade
Dewey Decimal728.93
Table Of ContentPorches and SunroomsTable of Contents Introduction...8Design Possibilities...14The Planning Process...16* Make a Plan...17* Design Professionals...18What Do You Want?...19* Fresh Air and Sunshine...22* Heat and Cold...24Remodeling & Conversions...34* Deck Conversions...34* Looking Good...35Conservatories...38* Conservatory Challenges...40Design Practicalities...42* Building Codes...44* Setbacks...47Doing the Work...53* Choosing a Contractor...58Gaining Access...62Open-Air Porches...64A Look Back...67The Deck...71* Deck Substructure...73* Deck Materials...75* Deck Skirting...81* Ground-Level Porch Decks...82Posts & Columns...84* Post Practicalities...87Railings...94Stairs...100Roofs...103Ceilings...106Remodel & Rehab...108* Porch Furnishings...111* Landscaping...113 Sunrooms & Three-Season Rooms...116Room Options...118* Porch Conversions...119* Converting a Deck...124* Patio Conversions...126Three-Season & Sunroom Additions...129Custom-Built Rooms...132* Floors...135* Insulating a Floor...135* Walls...139* Insulating Walls...141Windows...144* Three-Season Windows...146* Windows for Sunrooms...147* Windows: What to Look For...151Doors...153Roofs...155* Ceilings...155* Insulated Ceilings and Roofs...157Heating & Cooling...160* Using Existing HVAC...160* Supplemental HVAC...160* Humidity Control...161Manufactured Rooms...163* The Process...164Interior Decorating & Furnishing...164 Conservatories...166A Rich History...168Design...170Materials...174* Materials for Frames...174* Glass...180* Blinds...180Construction...184* Foundations and Floors...184* Utilities...185* Walls and Roof...187Heating & Cooling...187Furnishing...188Repair & Maintenance...190Roof Flashing...192Caulking Joints...192* Regular Checkups...194* Choosing Caulk...194* Applying Caulk...195Footing Problems...197* Perimeter Footing...197* Post Footings...198Porch Decks...199* Paint and Other Coatings...199* Ventilation...201Sunroom & Three-Season Floors...202Ceilings & Superstructure...203Posts & Columns...205Railings...208Windows...208Insect Damage...210Tracking Down Leaks...211In-Floor Heating...211Resource Guide...212Glossary...216Credits...218Index...220
Edition DescriptionRevised edition
SynopsisPerfect reference tool for anyone considering adding or remodeling a porch, sunroom, or conservatory. More than 400 color photos and 60 color illustrations., Porches and Sunrooms is the perfect reference tool for homeowners who are considering adding or renovating a porch, sunroom, or conservatory. Topics include planning and designing the "outdoor room" to bridge the indoors and outdoors, basic information on the room's structure, and details on what a homeowner should know to add it to the house. Readers will see real-life examples in hundreds of beautiful, full-color photographs, discovering what a difference a porch can make to the outside of their home, or a sunroom to their indoor lifestyle., Perfect reference tool for anyone considering adding or remodeling a porch, sunroom, or conservatory. More than 290 color photos and 60 color illustrations.