54 How-Tos From Dean Marsico

1. 1. How to Upgrade a Bath with Italian Marble

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   A classically elegant material helps to transform a plain guest bathroom.

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $2500 to $5000

   Difficulty:

   Hard

2. 2. How to Lay a Bluestone Walkway

   

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   Transform an ugly asphalt or concrete path into a beautiful bluestone walkway.

   Time:

   Two Days

   Cost:

   $500 to $1000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

3. 3. How to Lay a Soapstone Countertop

   

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   DIY Network's expert stone masons transform an unfinished kitchen into an elegant country kitchen with soapstone countertops and backsp...

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $10000 to $15000

   Difficulty:

   Hard

4. 4. How To Build an Outdoor Bar and Grill

   

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   Learn how to turn a plain backyard barbecue into a distinctive stone outdoor kitchen.

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $1000 to $2500

   Difficulty:

   Hard

5. 5. How To Build a Shower Outdoors

   

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   An outdoor shower is added in a space between the house and an existing fence.

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $1000 to $2500

   Difficulty:

   Hard

6. 6. How to Build a Kidney Shaped Patio and Sitting Wall

   

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   Use beautiful Arcadia stone pavers to create a stunning curved patio and wall formation that perfectly frames an outdoor room

   Cost:

   $0 to $0

7. 7. How to Build a Stone Pizza Oven

   

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   A pizza oven provides a stunning focal point for a completed outdoor room.

   Cost:

   $0 to $0

8. 8. How To Add an Outdoor Fireplace to a Deck

   

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   Learn how to add a modular outdoor fireplace to an outdoor kitchen for year-round comfort. The fireplace is made from a blend of lumini...

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $250 to $500

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

9. 9. How to Create an Outdoor Zen Patio

   

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   Add a dramatic flagstone walkway and seating area, complete with a one-of-a-kind stone sculpture to a patio. DIY Network's Indoors Out ...

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $1000 to $2500

   Difficulty:

   Hard

10. 10. How To Build a Floating Wood Deck and Pergola

    

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    A floating deck and wood pergola add both function and architectural detail to an outdoor space.

    Time:

    Several Weekends

    Cost:

    $2500 to $5000

    Difficulty:

    Hard