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by Joyce
(Marietta, GA)

How to remodel, rebuild, or refurbish houseboat interiors?

Just wondering how to remodel, rebuild, or refurbish our houseboat interior? I would pretty much like to gut the master bedroom, and put my cherry queen size bed in and nightstands that were in my house.

I know they'll need to be bolted down which is fine. Also, I'd like normal walls without the fabric and the mirrors. I want to hang art. Who can do the work for me?

Any help is appreciated, Joyce.

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Well Joyce, congratulations on the decision to remodel or refurbish your houseboat interior.

Since it's my wife who has the decorative skills or all the talents when it comes to houseboat decoration, I'll leave that aspect to her. However, I can help you when it comes to the construction aspects.

You ask who can do the work for you, and my first reply would be that when it comes to electrical, or mechanical marine work, you should always consult someone who is "qualified and knowledgeable" in working in houseboats or the marine environment.

When it comes to decorative, placement, and houseboat remodeling interior type work, you can consult anyone of your choice that has some "general carpentry skills". Just a note, try and get some referrals, since you don't want to undertake a large project, only to find that the job takes forever to complete, and is not finished along the quoted price.

If your contemplating changing your houseboat interior, you should try and take some pictures of the "before & after" and post them here, since I'm sure there are many other houseboaters that are looking for ideas, and an overview of the overall experience.

Lastly, hopefully some of our readers will share and post comments about their houseboat rebuilding, remodeling, or refurbishing experiences. Feel free to use the "Click here to post comments." link found at the bottom of this page.

Thanks again for sharing, IAN - from www.all-about-houseboats.com

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Modernizing Houseboats - updating your boat
by: Bill

Joyce, I love the comment that says "just go for it". It is so true, you just have to dive in make it happen. Start with a small project and go from there.

Just remember it is a boat so some things have to be considered. Too much granite on one side will make her list, some walls are structural and can't just be eliminated.

My wife and I are updating a 1997 houseboat. The previous owners started many projects but didn't finish any of them so lots of our time is spent doing trim work, painting and so on.

I also dabble in woodworking so I have made some custom furniture for the boat as well. Many of the ideas for the interior have come from tons of research on the internet and like Tim said, visits to various RV centers.

The manufacturer of our boat is still in business and has been a fantastic resource when I stumble onto something unusual. My wife has compiled a huge collection of photos of houseboat interiors and that has been sort of a guide for colors, fabrics and textures.

Some day I hope to have a website where we can showcase the before/after work on "Slow Ride". Best of luck to you on your remodel. I and others would love to see photos of your progress.

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Houseboat Interior Design - tips for small spaces
by: Susan

Hi Joyce, my husband and I have gutted a 1983 houseboat and we are just starting the interior. We intend to have the inside much like our home so have put beadboard for the walls and plan to have "home" furniture as well.

I have decided to just "go for it" and put what I like and not worry so much about it looking like a traditional boat interior. The one thing that was a must for me was having a good toilet, so I am spending there and also with the fridge. And then coming up with storage, storage, storage.

I have bought a lot of the magazines for cottages and "small spaces" and have gotten so many good ideas. I will be posting before and after pics if you have any interest. Our blog is www.musbenice.com

I would love it if you posted before and afters. Always love seeing women showing their talents in the boats!! Good luck!

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RV and Houseboat remodel ideas
by: Tim Conley

Joyce, I would suggest making a trip to the local RV dealer and look through some of the new motorhomes for design ideas.

Houseboats, like RVs have usually 1 thing in common, you can never have to much storage. I have got several ideas for my boat looking at an RV layout.

The manufacturers have spent millions of dollars and engineers have logged thousands of hours making the space they have to work with the most efficient it can be. I personally love the under bed storage.

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