Mark G. Heels

Construction & Restoration – Chebeague Island, ME.

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  • 1976 Honda CB 750F Super Sport

    1976 Honda CB 750F Super Sport

    Introduction: In the spring of 2021, I began restoring another motorcycle, a 1975 Honda CB750F Super Sport. This involved finding good parts, new or used, to use in…

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  • 1975 Honda CB 750F Super Sport

    1975 Honda CB 750F Super Sport

    Introduction: In the spring of 2021, I embarked on a journey to restore a 1975 Honda CB750F Super Sport. The COVID epidemic turned our world upside down. We…

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  • Interior Trim

    Interior Trim

    The trim in this house uses sustainable wood which is finger jointed and primed. It is very stable and works well allowing for tight corners and clean lines.…

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  • Exterior PVC Window Trim

    Exterior PVC Window Trim

    Many homes use various exterior trim which is virtually maintenance free. The trim on this house called for Kleer Lumber PVC board. This material can be cut and…

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  • Door & Window Trim

    Door & Window Trim

    The door and window trim on this house uses sustainable finger jointed and primed wood. Allowing for proper reveals with thick walls such as this has led to…

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  • Deck Construction

    Deck Construction

    The deck on this house is installed with a ledger board that is offset from the house by one inch. Blocks were used for spacing and all flashing…

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  • Western Red Cedar – Interior

    Western Red Cedar – Interior

    The ceilings in this house are all vaulted with skylights facing north in the master bedroom and kitchen. This provides soft light with low glare and allows for…

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  • Western Red Cedar EXT Siding

    Western Red Cedar EXT Siding

    The entry porch uses Western Red Cedar siding installed using a rain screen technique. This technique allows for full ventilation behind the siding from top to bottom which…

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  • LP Smart Side with Rain Screen

    LP Smart Side with Rain Screen

    All siding on this house is installed using rain screen technique. This technique allows for full ventilation behind the siding from top to bottom which prevents rot, mold…

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