• carter
• 8/20/2010 5:23:25 PM PDT

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Hi Deb, yes it is possible to do that, with a few modifications. Basically you would need to elevate the cabinet by about 4" to provide a toe kick area. Look at a base cabinet and you'll see the difference. This area should also be recessed by about 3". Essentially you are builing a box from plywood for the cabinet to sit on. Structurally the cabinets are usally the same, but it does depend on the manufacturer. Hope this helps, co.

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• carter
• 8/20/2010 5:16:32 PM PDT

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That is true, most of what we do is based in CA, which cuts down on our expenses. We have gone to Northern Michigan once, and that was to do a special. We don't have any plans to travel, but you never know with TV. If you have any questions on doing the basement though feel free to ask, co.

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• carter
• 8/20/2010 5:13:07 PM PDT

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Plans on something like that would be hard to find. It would basically be a custom piece, meaning built by your own plans. What I would do is go and buy a good book or magazine that has cabinet/built-ins/furnitre drawings in it. From there you will have the basic structure and you can make the alterations as needed. Like most of my work, I start with an idea, draw out a rough sketch, and then draw out specific plans, or wing it from looking at my rough sketch. Hope this helps, co.

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• carter
• 8/20/2010 5:07:24 PM PDT

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Both ladders are about the same as safety, a 4' may be a little safer because it is shorter. You won't find a lot of wood ladders out there because they don't last as long. Aluminum is pretty popular, but probably the most used and durable is the fiberglass ladder. Talk to you later, co.

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• carter
• 8/20/2010 5:03:59 PM PDT

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Just glad to be able to answer your questions Susan. Regarding a pony wall, it is a wall that basically stops short of the ceiling, usually about half way up. It also describes walls used in foundation that are bascially partial walls. Inside it is usually a way to separate a room from another or as a decorative feature. Take care, co.

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• carter
• 8/20/2010 4:58:13 PM PDT

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Hey Glenda. That sounds like a good idea, downsizing seems to be the trend lately. Having a general contractor can usally add about 10 to 40 percent to a job, so there is a cost to it. But the cost does add peace of mind knowing that someone is on the job making sure everything goes right and the subs are there working. Subs usually give a cheaper price to a general because they want more jobs. So you may not be saving as much as you think doing it yourself. Piece by piece can work, you will just need to give it more time. Also, acting as the general means that it is a good idea to have somewhat of an understanding in how a house works. To avoid being taken advantage of ask for references, see how long they been in business, see if they belong to any professional organizations like NARI or HBA. Also, don't be shy about getting more than one estimate done. Go through the project with the general or sub and ask a lot of questions and see how they answer. This should get you st

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• carter
• 8/14/2010 2:23:02 PM PDT

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Wire shelving is going to be the easiest to handle, with all of the parts that you can buy to install it. Really the only cuts will be on the metal shelving itself. If you get things measured before, you can have the store cut the shelf to fit. Wood is going to need more tools to cut and you would need to paint or stain it after. As far as what to put in, if it where mine I would take it as far to plan out each wall according to what clothes I have and what shelfving/closet rods I would need. Talk to you later Susan, co.

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• carter
• 8/14/2010 2:14:17 PM PDT

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Overall I feel the product has a great look for a really nice price. There are some mixed reviews as far as a long term option. Obviously it is not real wood or tile so your not getting that same lastability. But for the price it makes a good option. Thanks for the response back, co.

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• carter
• 8/9/2010 10:07:58 PM PDT

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A sealer will darken, not so much as the color but more enhancing the wood. Also, incase I did not say, the varnished will need to be removed. If you want to darken it I would you a stain it. If you are using it against a wall or at the foot of the bed than I would not worry about the red side at all, and you'll still than have the mystery. Thanks for checking back in Pat, co.

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