You can also use Tapcon masonry screws. Pre drill. Countersink if you want to hide screw heads with wood filler or Bondo.
I would suggest construction adhesive which will attach the trim boards while also providing a capillary break between the block and the trim board so that moisture does not wick into the trim boards. I would also suggest installing the trim boards at an angle to shed water away from the house.
yes I would be concerned about the egress issue (or the ways in which you can exit the home). I would always check with the building department.
Philip
HDR Remodeling
Berkeley Ca
You need to consult the local building and zoning department. Changing means of egress may not be allowed or may require a permit.
When sunken living rooms were the rage, many of them were below grade. Later on some decided that being on all one level was more desirable so it became popular to fill them with concrete to the level of the rest of the home. This was an effective solution for concrete on grade homes.
So that I can better answer your question, can you further explain what you mean when you say "cap over". I am thinking that perhaps you are referring to the horizontal trim piece between your siding & the top of your foundation, but am not sure.
They would have to remove the door, tie in with new framing, insulate properly then drywall the area. No permits are required as long as the structure of the home is not affected. door frame is been engineered to support existing load so just cover in a correct maner and you will be fine.
We recently were asked to lay some beautiful recyeled tiles salvaged from an apartment building lobby in Paris. But they were too thick by a little over an inch and you would end up with a trip hazzard
We pulled the floor, the sub floor and with engineering, lowered to top edge of the floor joistes, replaced the sub floor, install backer board and then the tile so that it came out perfectly flat.
Expensive but the end result was beautiful.
Philip Anderson
HDR Remodeling
Berkeley Ca
It appears to be a brand of decorating items.
Assuming that there is a crawl space (not a slab), then the answer would be yes. But there is no way to give any idea as to cost until someone crawled under the house to see how it’s framed, how much clearance (above grade) is existing, if there are any HVAC or other utilities in the way, etc…
Horchow is a high-end home goods line. They have everything from furniture to flatware. As I understand it, they are online/catalog only. www.horchow.com
Anything is possible. I'm not sure what needs to be done in your specific situation; however, it needs a plan, a budget, and someone to do it.
Here is a Utube answer to your question
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bTddQ-4EVl8
Philip Anderson
Berkeley Ca
Hello Linda,
Typically, you do not want to cover existing grout. You will need to remove the old grout and apply your new colored grout. A tile contractor can help you with this project. Please let me know if you have other questions.
Thanks, Teresa