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Not every idea makes sense Remodels take on lives of their own, some you can control, and others you can’t. Sometimes a late-in-the-game decision will veer a project off course, or unexpected circumstances arise to throw a wrench in the machine. This is why we always urge our clients to be prepared. Give yourself a safety net. You have a budget that everyone needs to respect, including yourself. But ultimately you’ll have to ask yourself, “was the remodel worth it? Did it add to the resale value?” The answer may not be what you hoped for. Let’s look at examples of...

Are you exploring ways to improve your bathroom experience? Is your room missing a much-needed vanity? Looking to increase your home value? It takes a lot of time, money, and resources necessary to plan and execute a residential bathroom remodeling project. Here are a number of ways to make the bathroom remodeling process as painless as possible. First of all, take measurements of your vanity. Draw the dimensions on paper so that you have a layout. You can experiment with ideas of where you want the sink, cabinets, and bathtub to go. Consult with an interior designer for ideas on new bathrooms...

Let out-of-the-box thinking turn your backsplash into a unique work of art “Is this all there is?” you ask, when shopping for backsplash tile. You’re discouraged by the generic look of white porcelain squares or the gaudiness of the large colorfully designed tiles “isn’t there anything better?” Of course, the concept of “better” may be entirely subjective, but there are tiles that are not only considered as such, they tend to be more personally fulfilling as well. Look no further than the realm of DIY (Do It Yourself) for a world of options designed to capitalize on your very own imagination and...

Different price ranges and what to expect from each… There are plenty of reasons and many potentially motivating factors to update a bathroom. Perhaps enhancing resale value is the priority, or there’s a desire to add capabilities, luxuries, or storage. Perhaps your ambition lies among ‘all of the above’.  This type of practical indulgence requires a number of aspects be considered. Obviously the most important is the same factor each one of us deals with every day in one capacity or another – budget. Determining your price range, naturally, is your first step. The size of your project demands careful consideration, as well....

The best of both in the world of cabinets You want beautiful cabinets that look great and are fully functional. You could say that cabinets are that tricky piece of the puzzle that needs to fit just right. Not only will they complement or even set the tone for a room, they provide organization and storage for items ranging from kitchenware to video games. Naturally, poorly-designed cabinets are more trouble than they’re worth, and do not project the elegant or modern appearance preferred. They should be avoided. But how do you determine which cabinets are right for you? What style best...

How to tell the difference between the popular countertop surfaces We’re not all geologists. Very few people can identify a quartz surface from a granite one. In the world of countertops the questions of the benefits of each and how to choose between the two are asked often. Whether you’re building a new home or remodeling your existing one, you’ll want to be educated about the details pertaining to each. This will help you make smarter distinctions. When it comes to deciding on what countertop is right for your bathroom or kitchen, you may find conflicting opinions online. Is it really that...