The Build Show Podcast Let's Renovate A Bathroom
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Nov 15, 2024 Zack Dettmore, a Build Show expert and host of the series “Let's Renovate a Bathroom,” shares valuable insights into transforming bathrooms. He covers the balance between DIY tasks and hiring professionals, emphasizing practical strategies for renovations. Zack highlights maximizing space with a freestanding shower and the charm of subway tiles. He discusses the importance of craftsmanship, using durable materials, and preserving a home’s history. Listeners are empowered to tackle manageable projects while mastering essential construction skills.
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DIY vs. Subcontract
- Consider subcontracting complex plumbing and electrical work.
- DIY framing, trim, and simpler tasks to save money and learn skills.
Bathroom Remodels: A Gateway to Construction
- Bathroom remodels serve as excellent introductory projects for learning various construction skills.
- These smaller projects provide manageable opportunities to master tiling, carpentry, and drywall.
Floor Leveling
- Instead of complex floor leveling, Zack opted for self-leveling compound to simplify the process for DIYers.
- This approach prioritizes ease of execution over potentially more precise structural adjustments.