Home Again with Bob Vila Season 4, Episode 19: Ranch Expansion: Building a Stair Rail and Bookshelves

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Ranch Expansion: Wall Construction and Roof Removal

Reconstructing the ranch house's walls. Also: a visit to a Colonial-era mansion.

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Ranch Expansion: Framing and Cutting Rafters

The first floor of the house is framed. Also: cutting rafters and techniques for hammering nails into wood.

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Ranch Expansion: House Tour and Dormer Construction

Bob Vila visits a historic plantation in South Carolina. Also: tips for applying aluminum flashing and roofing shingles.

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Ranch Expansion: Roofing Shingles and Staircase

A staircase is constructed. Also: tips for applying asphalt shingles and properly anchoring a porch or deck.

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Ranch Expansion: Electrical Wiring and Window Installation

Installing an electrical system and picture windows.

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Ranch Expansion: Framing the Porch and Installing a Shower

Framing a farmer's porch and installing an acrylic shower stall. Also: constructing a birch medicine cabinet.

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Ranch Expansion: Waterproofing the Deck and Framing a Roof

Applying exterior trim and waterproofing the deck. Also: framing the porch roof.

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Ranch Expansion: Modifying a Window and Copper Plumbing

Installing a double window. Also: touring Miami Beach's art deco district.

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Ranch Expansion: Wall Framing and Security System

Projects include the installation of strapping and the application of drywall to the kitchen ceiling.

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Ranch Expansion: Installing an Insulated Door and Fiberglass

Installing a cathedral ceiling and a thermal-insulated kitchen door. Also: tips on wiring a security system.

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Ranch Expansion: Installing the Shower Pan and Recessed Lighting

Installing a shower pan and recessed lighting.

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Ranch Expansion: Installing the Boiler and Drywall

Installing a garage-door opener. Also: working with drywall and plaster.

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Ranch Expansion: Building and Installing Cabinets

Constructing and installing cabinets. Also: a visit to a plywood factory.

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Ranch Expansion: Applying Bathroom Tile and Deck Treatment

Fan detail is applied to the front facade. Also: cutting bathroom tiles.

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Ranch Expansion: Installing a Vanity

Installing a double sink. Also: a visit to an Italian palazzo.

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Ranch Expansion: Porch Ceiling and Hardwood Flooring

A pine ceiling is installed over the porch. Also: a project to convert an abandoned building into a homeless shelter.

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Ranch Expansion: Building a Stair Rail and Bookshelves

A new custom stair rail is put in, along with new built-in bookshelves. Also: a trip to Columbus, Ohio, where the first of four visits is made to a special sister project.

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Ranch Expansion: Pouring the Cement Walk and Installing Crown Molding

Pouring a cement walk. Also: an update on the playground project.

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Ranch Expansion: Kitchen Cabinets and Countertops

European kitchen cabinets with granite countertops are installed. Also: working with tight paneling joints.

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Ranch Expansion: Installing the Lockset and Closet System

Tips on installing a door lock and a bedroom closet. Also: using an electrician's snake to thread wire behind a wall.

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Ranch Expansion: Landscaping and Planting

Landscaping work gets underway at the project site. Also: a discussion of the importance of safety goggles.

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Ranch Expansion: Painting Faux Finish

Building a home weather station and installing recessed lighting. Also: tips on painting.

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Ranch Expansion: Insulating Blinds and Carpet Installation

Furniture and carpeting are selected. Also: advice for adding a shut-off valve to a sink.

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Ranch Expansion: Final House Tour

A final tour of the renovated ranch-style home. Also: planting shrubbery.