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re: What are some customized must haves when building new homes?
Posted on 9/18/17 at 10:30 pm to BigPerm30
Posted on 9/18/17 at 10:30 pm to BigPerm30
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Two if they slide off the track because kids are rough then you're fricked. You're pulling the damn Sheetrock off to fix the thing.
The frick kind of pocket doors you got that do this?
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Posted on 9/18/17 at 10:38 pm to MarcusQuinn
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d say avoid pocket doors unless it's a door you want open more often than not. The hardware isn't as easy to use and most don't lock very well. Even the better hardware. Also, over time the tracks can get dirty or loose and half of that is hidden in your wall. Finally, you can't put a plug or switch where the door slides into the wall with a 2x4 frame. My 2 cent
I have pocket doors in a jack n Jill bath and they have never worked properly.
Have seen some houses that have barn doors - the door slides on a track mounted to the wall. Saves space, nothing to screw up inside the wall, and no problem with outlets. Google them. I'm on my phone.
Oh and get a boiling water tap in the kitchen.
Can't remember what you said about a living room, but they are a waste of space. You'll never use it - go open concept.
Posted on 9/18/17 at 10:41 pm to shoelessjoe
If you do a central vac, add a toe kick in the kitchen. Makes it easy to clean up messes.
Forget a 2 car garage, just make it 3. You'll never regret it.
If you're in a cold climate add in floor heat to your garage and basement.
Did these where a regular door would've been awkward. Definitely worth it.
Forget a 2 car garage, just make it 3. You'll never regret it.
If you're in a cold climate add in floor heat to your garage and basement.
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Have seen some houses that have barn doors - the door slides on a track mounted to the wall.
Did these where a regular door would've been awkward. Definitely worth it.
This post was edited on 9/18/17 at 10:43 pm
Posted on 9/18/17 at 10:46 pm to shoelessjoe
Make sure your AV guy runs hdmi to your TV locations instead of coax
It does no good to have coax up on the wall to hang a TV if your cable box is gonna be in a cabinet
It does no good to have coax up on the wall to hang a TV if your cable box is gonna be in a cabinet
Posted on 9/18/17 at 10:51 pm to Croacka
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Make sure your AV guy runs hdmi to your TV locations instead of coax
It does no good to have coax up on the wall to hang a TV if your cable box is gonna be in a cabinet
dude, do you live at Tara?
Posted on 9/18/17 at 11:03 pm to 777Tiger
Huh??
Posted on 9/18/17 at 11:18 pm to Croacka
Light switches activated by door opening. I have those in my pantry and master closet.
Whole house generator.
Whole house generator.
Posted on 9/18/17 at 11:46 pm to Popths
Light switches that are activated by the door opening are great for small closets or a small pantry but you probably don't want them in a walk-in or occupiable space. Seems easy and looks good at first glance, but if you want to close the door when you are inside, you will be in the dark. Can't close the door to select or put on clothes while spouse sleeps, wrap presents privately, etc. It could be frustrating as hell.
This post was edited on 9/18/17 at 11:48 pm
Posted on 9/19/17 at 12:08 am to shoelessjoe
I'm doing a safe/cigar room if I ever build a custom home.
Posted on 9/19/17 at 12:12 am to shoelessjoe
Cat 6 pre ran, coax pre-ran, two lines to living room.
That saves any future installer headaches.
Whole home surge protector.
Raain shower.
Also, I'm a fan of kitchens with wet islands (sink on island) and butler pantries (extra prep area, and sink)
A nice hidden stash spot or safe would be nice. Maybe a false wall in a master closet.
That saves any future installer headaches.
Whole home surge protector.
Raain shower.
Also, I'm a fan of kitchens with wet islands (sink on island) and butler pantries (extra prep area, and sink)
A nice hidden stash spot or safe would be nice. Maybe a false wall in a master closet.
Posted on 9/19/17 at 1:13 am to partsman103
Gas stovetop, large. Two ovens whether convection or otherwise. Commercial exhaust over the stove. No microwave over the stove. Covered patio for current or future outdoor grill area. Plenty of bathrooms. Large kitchen with plenty of light laundry room that also houses an extra fridge and freezer.
Posted on 9/19/17 at 5:03 am to shoelessjoe
Mine is more layout, but our laundry room connects to the hallway and our master closet. I thought it was a cool layout when I bought the house, but now I don't know how anyone lives with their laundry room unattached to their closet.
In terms of custom add ins, just really think through where you put outlets. You're building the house, put them where you want them for the furniture you'll own. Whether that's in the floor or in the island.
We also have a mud room area and it's good for collecting crap. Keeps backpacks and stuff from the actual house.
You need to look on Houzz and see all the things people do. You can't spend too much time on that website if you're building a house. Once you get the plans, make everyone you know look at them, make them mentally walk through them and make sure everything makes sense.
In terms of custom add ins, just really think through where you put outlets. You're building the house, put them where you want them for the furniture you'll own. Whether that's in the floor or in the island.
We also have a mud room area and it's good for collecting crap. Keeps backpacks and stuff from the actual house.
You need to look on Houzz and see all the things people do. You can't spend too much time on that website if you're building a house. Once you get the plans, make everyone you know look at them, make them mentally walk through them and make sure everything makes sense.
Posted on 9/19/17 at 5:06 am to shoelessjoe
S&M Dungeon
Posted on 9/19/17 at 5:16 am to HaveMercy
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Have seen some houses that have barn doors - the door slides on a track mounted to the wall. Saves space, nothing to screw up inside the wall, and no problem with outlets. Google them. I'm on my phone.
This.
Posted on 9/19/17 at 5:44 am to shoelessjoe
Put a natural gas generator in to run your hot water heater, refrigerator and HVAC when the power goes out.
Posted on 9/19/17 at 5:55 am to shoelessjoe
A big utility/storage room. Mine is 7'x18' and it could be a little bigger.
Posted on 9/19/17 at 5:59 am to LSUBoo
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Safe room, or at least a reinforced inner room in case of a tornado
True, all you need is 2x6 walls doubled up, 12" o.c. wrapped in 14 gauge sheet metal and 2 layers of 3/4" plywood. With the proper hurricane straps and bracing it can withstand 200 MPH winds. It can build into a bathroom or large closet. Cost is only a few thousand.
eta; You Tube
This post was edited on 9/19/17 at 6:03 am
Posted on 9/19/17 at 6:07 am to shoelessjoe
Really based on personal preference, but I want:
-Island griddle in the kitchen for burgers, breakfast, sandwiches, etc.
-wall/floor safe in the master closet
-library/office with ceiling to floor bookshelves
-vaulted ceiling in living room
-double rainfall shower with seat
-spacious double closet with seat in it
-2 large toilets in the master bath
-screened patio with mounted tv
-outdoor kitchen w/ bar
-Island griddle in the kitchen for burgers, breakfast, sandwiches, etc.
-wall/floor safe in the master closet
-library/office with ceiling to floor bookshelves
-vaulted ceiling in living room
-double rainfall shower with seat
-spacious double closet with seat in it
-2 large toilets in the master bath
-screened patio with mounted tv
-outdoor kitchen w/ bar
Posted on 9/19/17 at 6:07 am to shoelessjoe
Accordion window doors
Posted on 9/19/17 at 6:13 am to The Pirate King
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2 large toilets in the master bath
So you can play battle-shits?
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