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Homeowner Ben Awes built his own house but saved money while doing it. Here are some of the cost-cutting ways he was able to get what he wanted at a fraction of the retail price:
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  • He had a tree that had fallen on his parent's property milled into planks so he could use them for his wood floor.

  • The fireplace hearth is comprised of floor tile samples that were given to Awes at no cost.

  • The oversize windows were purchased from an auction. Since a regular curtain rod wouldn't span the space, Awes installed a cable across the top and hung simple panels from clips attached to the cable with ball chain.
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  • Instead of drywall, the dining room is separated from the rest of the space with metal pipes bolted into the floor.
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  • Awes made the concrete countertops himself (along with help from a few experienced friends). The cabinets were constructed by a student enrolled in a cabinetry course at a local technical college.
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    •Trash To Treasure: Wardrobe Cubby, Recycling Bin, Laptop Compartment
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    •Curtain Tiebacks Made from Men's Ties
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