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Basements: How to : Real People-Real Projects  
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 Basements: How to : Real People-Real Projects Basements: How to : Real People-Real Projects
  Date Published 4/1/1999

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Rated By: A reader
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Comments: Real People-Real Projects (Hometime Series)
I'd rate this book in the middle of the scale simply because it didn't really give me what I wanted (but may be fine for others). I'm already well versed in do-it-yourself projects so I don't need baby stepping through basic electrical, drywall etc. What I was really looking for was tangible information on both the interior design aspects of a basement (lighting consideration, codes etc) and specific basement construction techniques. By the latter, I mean actually making the walls and waterproofing (I don't have a basement right now and I need to replace the existing foundation). This book assumed you already had a basement and that you were simply building it out (and don't know construction).

I was also looking for lots of pictures of other people's basements for ideas. The book was wanting in that area. If you are searching for the same information as I, then the 'Better Homes and Garden Book' is probably a better choice. If you are new to construction, already have a basement and know what you want to do, then this book is OK.

Rated By: D. Jensen
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Comments: Okay not great
Reasonably well written, reasonably complete. Not a lot of detail about construction techniques. I would have preferred more info about the actual how to...
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