
If you've been considering going tankless then the time to act is now. Through 2006 and 2007 you can receive a $300 tax credit if you purchase a tankless water heater. Here's a rundown of how a tankless water heater works from the Department of Energy and the California Energy Commission lists some pros and cons to going tankless.

If you love the old library look of dark and rich wood, you can install it in your own home. Steve Maxell of Home Envy suggests you start with Cherry which darkens on exposure to light. Mahogany and oak should also be considered depending on how dark you'd like your walls to be.

Dwell magazine explains and highlights the reasons why design-build firms have come to the forefront of new construction. Design-build is simply the process of the team that formulates the plan and project is also the team that constructs the project. Applying the saying "soup-to-nuts" to the construction process.

Pocket doors are those space saving gems that builders often overlook when designing new homes. Pocket doors do not swing out on hinges like traditional doors rather they retract into a "hidden" space within the wall when open and slide out when closed. Installing a pocket door after construction can also be done. Here's how...
Pocket Doors: Buying and Installation [Hometips]
Install a Pocket Door [Doityourself.com]
Pocket Doors in the Basement [Asktooltalk.com]
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