Season 6 (1995)

Kitchen Remodel: Project Introduced
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September 4, 1995

A look at a house that needs enlarging, located in the Miami suburb of Kendall, Florida. Architect Laurinda Spear offers some idea...Read more

Kitchen Remodel: Inspection of Structure
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September 11, 1995

Bob Vila inspects the Miami work site to determine the impact of the tropical climate on building methods.

Kitchen Remodel: Pouring the Foundation and Constructing the Walls
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September 18, 1995

The walls are constructed by stacking styrofoam forms and filling them with concrete.

Kitchen Remodel: Roofing and Landscaping
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September 25, 1995

The work on the roof is checked and plans for the garden are reviewed. Also: preparations are made for applying stucco to the wall of the addition.

Kitchen Remodel: Choosing a Stucco Finish
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October 2, 1995

A stucco finish is chosen for the exterior and the old interior walls are demolished. Also: a tour of a Spanish monastery transpor...Read more

Kitchen Remodel: Tying Floor Slabs and Building a Partition
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October 9, 1995

The new floor is integrated with the old and work is begun on a family-room partition. Also: the installation of a new air-conditi...Read more

Kitchen Remodel: Adding a Glass Block Window
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October 16, 1995

After the exterior demolition, host Bob Vila helps install a glass-block window between the lanai and the bathroom. Also: he tours...Read more

Kitchen Remodel: Spa Installation and Window Construction
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October 23, 1995

A spa is installed on the lanai and the partition is given a wood-grain finish. Also: fabricating a stained-glass window shaped li...Read more

Kitchen Remodel: Installing Tile
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October 30, 1995

Bob Vila helps install tile with a coral look on the lanai deck, while mosaic tile goes indoors. Also: using a finishing sander.

Kitchen Remodel: Landscaping and Countertop
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November 6, 1995

Bob Vila oversees the planting of palm trees, then shows how to protect work surfaces when using adhesives.

Kitchen Remodel: Installing a Feature Garden and Grill
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November 13, 1995

Painting stucco walls and finding the right workbench.

Kitchen Remodel: Installing Pantry System
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November 20, 1995

A shelf system is installed in the pantry and new sod is laid in the yard. Also: special blades for tablesaws.

Kitchen Remodel: House Tour
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November 27, 1995

Work on the home is completed. Host Bob Vila displays the family room, kitchen and outdoor spa. Also: tips on using radial saws fo...Read more

Master Bedroom: House and Neighborhood Tour
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December 4, 1995

A new project, the remodeling of a Colonial Revival home, begins in Newton, MA. The owners' goal is to increase their living space...Read more

Master Bedroom: Building the Foundation
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December 11, 1995

Building a foundation including forming, cement pouring, inspection, sill work and backfilling. Also: Bob Vila visits a cement fir...Read more

Master Bedroom: Framing Partitions
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December 18, 1995

A course in framing partitions (including layout, measuring, cutting and assembling) as the second floor takes shape at the project in Newton, MA.

Master Bedroom: Applying Roofing Shingles
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December 25, 1995

A demonstration of the way to install roofing shingles around a skylight to avoid leaks. Also: a new gutter is attached to the roo...Read more

Master Bedroom: Rough Plumbing and Wall Demolition
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January 1, 1996

Bob Vila discusses the appropriate way to sweat a copper joint. Also: breaking through a wall to create a door as well as correct window installation.

Master Bedroom: Application of Blue Board, Plaster and Shingles
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January 8, 1996

Work continues on the family room ceiling, and host Bob Vila demonstrates how to apply skimcoat plaster. Also: tips on attaching r...Read more

Master Bedroom: Adding Molding and Trim
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January 15, 1996

Making the cuts for interior baseboard molding and window trim, plus constructing the steps and porch for a new entry. Also: a vis...Read more

Master Bedroom: Deck Work
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January 22, 1996

To save money, Bob Vila uses sections of an old deck to build a new one.

Master Bedroom: Bookshelf Construction and Installation
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January 29, 1996

Constructing shelves, installing a window seat, and adding a sliding door.

Master Bedroom: Painting and Tiling
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February 12, 1996

Tips on interior painting and a visit to a paint factory to see how paint is made. Also: installing bathroom tile and pressure-washing a deck.

Master Bedroom: Custom Flooring and Landscaping
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February 19, 1996

Low-cost landscaping, carpet installation, and choosing flooring for a family room. Also: last-minute details on the Newton project.

Master Bedroom: House Tour
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February 26, 1996

A look at the finished family room and master bedroom suite.