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EPlans: Building A Home Step-By-Step

Selecting Products and House Building Materials

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You've found the perfect house plan and know where you want to build. The excitement is building. It's time to start thinking about the details that can make all the difference. What kind of siding do you want on your new home? What are the tradeoffs between different kinds of roofing materials? What do you want in your kitchen?

ePlans has compiled a series of articles to help you choose products and house building materials for your new home. From plumbing, to roofing to kitchen appliances, you'll find a wealth of information. The home building materials and product articles listed below are just a start. Check back for new additions.

And check out the rest of ePlans Step-by-Step guide to building a home, where you can learn more about construction finance, house plan selection, and working with contractors.

  • Bath fixtures and fittings: We've compiled the basics on tubs, whirlpools, toilets, showers, and more.
  • Brick exteriors: "Not Just a Pretty Face": Today's brick gives you all the benefits of modern building technology without sacrificing curb appeal.
  • Floors: "The Floor Next Door": A beautiful floor doesn’t have to mean hours of upkeep and headaches.
  • Hardscape and landscape design: The hardscape plays an important role in any design, contributing line, pattern, form, color, and texture.
  • Kitchen appliances: "Mean Machines": An overview of ranges, cooktops and refrigerators.
  • Pipes and water heaters: Be sure your plumbing and water heater suit your needs.
  • Roofs: "Through the Roof": The roof is one of the easiest places in a house to reduce heating and cooling costs.
  • Siding: Your choice of siding will have an effect on your home's appearance, as well as building and energy budgets.
  • Stone exteriors: "Solid Choice": For a taste of Old World charm, there’s nothing like a stone facade.
  • "Windows that Wow": A new approach to window treatments is slipping into design, with an emphasis on simplicity.

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