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Structured plumbing using a manifold with cutoff valves for each individual water line. We gradually replaced all of the carpet in our home, with the exception of two guest bedrooms, with hardwood or tile. We put vinyl wood-textured tile in my reloading room this past week. That seems a great choice for flooring as it looks nice and can be wet mopped.

Hardy plank for roof facia and any exterior walls that would otherwise be wood. Paint the nails to match the Hardy plank rather than painting the plank. That will save you from ever having to paint the exterior of your house again.

My insurance company offers a discount for concrete tile roofs. I would build a house out of aircrete rather than a stick build. No termite problems, low maintenance and strong.