Season 8 (1997)
EPISODES
1. Craftsman Bungalow: Project Introduction
A vintage Sears kit house is restored, but historic and sentimental elements are preserved.
2. Craftsman Bungalow: Wiring, Plumbing and Plastering
A closet is transformed into a bathroom, while new and old building materials are blended in the living and dining rooms.
3. Craftsman Bungalow: Reconditioning the Windows
Bob Vila oversees the reconditioning of an original window in the Sears kit house. Also: a tour of Frank Lloyd Wright's Hollyhock House.
4. Craftsman Bungalow: Interior Trim and Porch Framing
Interior trim details are custom-milled as per the architect's specifications, and original bathroom fixtures are re-porcelainized. Also: framing continues on the back porch.
5. Craftsman Bungalow: Repairing the Front Facade
Vintage cabinetry is discovered in a salvage yard and installed in the kitchen; yellow paint is stripped off; and the facade is given a facelift.
6. Craftsman Bungalow: Swimming Pool and Porch
The pool crew finishes the rebar and sprays gunnite, while French doors are installed in the master bedroom and the porch roof is repaired.
7. Craftsman Bungalow: Working On the Pool
Green Indian slate is installed on the surround and porch steps. Also: the backyard entry gate is finished.
8. Craftsman Bungalow: Exterior Paint Preparation
At the Sears kit house, the exterior is stripped for priming and painting. Also: a tour of the CBS studio center.
9. Craftsman Bungalow: Floor Tile and Cabinet Installation
The bathroom is tiled, new kitchen cabinets are custom-made to match the vintage ones, and decking is installed on the back porch.
10. Craftsman Bungalow: Installing Custom Light Grids
The electrician installs back lighting in the living room, and six stained-glass panels are cut and assembled. Meanwhile, contractors insulate the roof.
11. Craftsman Bungalow: Installing Cabinets
A cabinetmaker frames boxes for living-room built-ins to match existing ones in the kitchen, and the pool crew finishes the plaster.
12. Craftsman Bungalow: Hardwood Floor Repair and Refinishing
Damaged hardwood flooring is repaired and an alder kitchen countertop is installed. Also: a tour of the Japanese Garden at Huntington Library and tips on building a Zen garden.
13. Craftsman Bungalow: House Tour
Bob Vila leads a final tour of the landscaped front yard and the porch addition, which features a barbecue. Also toured are the Zen garden and swimming pool.
14. Dream Garage: Project Introduction
Plans for a post-and-beam garage and boat storage project are discussed with an architect. Also: touring a marina with America's Cup champ Bill Koch.
15. Dream Garage: Working On the Foundation
Foundation work is begun, while Bob Vila tours an antique car museum in a Shaker-style round barn in Sandwich, MA.
16. Dream Garage: More Foundation Work
As the foundation is prepared, Bob Vila explains termite-proofing and oversees the installation of a hydronic heating system.
17. Dream Garage: Framing the Garage
A look at framing, and the special techniques and tools that are used for it. Also: a tour of a lumber company examines pre-cut materials for the post-and-beam plan.
18. Dream Garage: Framing and Decking
New decking is installed in the loft, while Bob Vila and the crew put up the ridge beam and rafters. Also: a joinery specialist demonstrates house framing.
19. Dream Garage: Insulating the Garage
Insulation panels are installed and Bob Vila visits a factory where all-in-one wall product is made.
20. Dream Garage: Exterior Trim and Siding
Windows, exterior trim and siding are installed. Also: a tour of the American Plywood Association lab, where quality testing is observed.
21. Dream Garage: Skylights and Metal Roofing
Metal roofing is installed and drywall is put up around the skylights.
22. Dream Garage: Installing Protective Features
Bob Vila takes a look at such safety features as motion detectors, a fire-suppression unit and a lightning rod.
23. Dream Garage: Installing a Staircase and Paneling
A horticulturalist shares general landscaping tips and offers special advice on the use of native plants and trees. Also: building a staircase to the loft.
24. Dream Garage: Heating and Lighting
A garage-door opener is installed, the heated-floor system is activated, and interior paneling is stained. Also: track lighting goes in.
25. Dream Garage: Setting up the Workshop and Garage
The interior of the barn is stained and a workshop is assembled. Also: race-car driver Lyn St. James helps Bob Vila set up the automotive garage with new tools.
26. Dream Garage: Barn Tour
Workbenches are completed and metal shelves are installed in the loft, before Bob Vila leads a tour of the finished barn.
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