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Garage, Detached Garage Room Type, and Garage Conversion Room Type What Carstensen saved on labor costs he was able to put into furnishings. The interior of the screened-in porch is outfitted with a mix of furnishings, both vintage and new. He purchased the vintage Malm fireplace in Los Angeles on a work trip and had it shipped to Portland. The rug, shelf unit, and loveseat are all from the locally-based Schoolhouse Electric, as are the ceiling lights: Factory Light No. 7 in Green. Photo 4 of 11 in Budget Breakdown: A Weekend DIY Turns a Neglected Garage Into a Backyard Hangout for $13K

Budget Breakdown: A Weekend DIY Turns a Neglected Garage Into a Backyard Hangout for $13K

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Carstensen purchased the vintage Malm fireplace in Los Angeles on a work trip and had it shipped to Portland. He's hoping to install it in time for the fall season. The interior of the porch is outfitted with a mix of furnishings, both vintage and new. The rug, shelf unit, and loveseat are all from the locally based Schoolhouse Electric, as are the ceiling lights: Factory Light No. 7 in Green.

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