Consider Safety First When Planning Your Bathroom Remodel
Safety is of utmost importance when planning your bathroom remodel. According to the National Safety Council, nearly 200,000 people are injured in their bathroom each year, most commonly by slips, falls, and scalding hot water. We agree with the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) that beautiful bathrooms do not have to compromise safety for […]
Find Beautiful and Durable Material for Your Bathroom Vanities
Keep in mind when remodeling your bathroom that the countertops on your bathroom vanities need to be durable to stand up to liquids containing alcohol and acetone, water, cosmetics, toothpaste, and soap. Most bathroom vanities are topped with laminate, tile, granite, marble, wood, or other solid-surfaced materials. Laminate According to NKBA (National Kitchen & Bathroom […]
Most Important Parts of a Bathroom Remodel
They’re not our favorite part of the bathroom… but they sure are one of the most important parts of a bathroom remodel; most agree that toilets are an indispensable fixture in any bathroom. Whether a full or half bath, you will need a toilet that works, and works well with other elements of your bathroom. […]
Should You Remodel Your Kitchen?
Our first part of advice: Don’t make this harder than it has to be. If you’re considering a kitchen remodel, ask yourself if your kitchen is working for you and the needs of your family. Do you enjoy it? Is it functional? Reasons behind kitchen remodels are not always cosmetic, though worn cabinets and dated […]
Quit Your Spa Membership; Get a Spa Bathroom Remodel Instead
These days we don’t have to draw the line at the standard bathroom remodel. With new technologies and stylistic innovations, we can offer options that make your bathroom look and act like a spa! Faucets can be activated electronically and fans can be controlled by sensors. Toilets don’t have to have tanks and mirrors can […]
Go Green and Cut Your Kitchen Remodel Cost
Green remodeling does not have to be more challenging or expensive; you just need to know a few guidelines to cut your kitchen remodel cost while remaining environmentally friendly and energy efficient: Use any recycled materials including agricultural waste. Use materials that can be reused, recycled or reconditioned to minimize your future impact and kitchen […]
Energy-Efficient Lighting for Your Kitchen Remodel
Lighting should be an integral part of your energy-efficient kitchen remodel. The members of your household spend a fair amount of their time in the kitchen and the kitchen is often used for many different purposes, such as cooking, entertaining, and even crafting. Incorporating proper lighting in your kitchen remodel will not only improve the […]
Design Your Kitchen Remodel with Eco-friendly Materials
It may sound challenging to complete an eco-friendly kitchen remodel, but it can be done. Kitchens.com has great tips on the best materials to use for each major part of your kitchen remodel. Cabinets The casework (box and drawers) of modern cabinets are often made of medium density fiberboard and particleboard. Both contain a toxic […]
Your Energy-Efficient Kitchen Remodel
According to the US Department of Energy, the majority of your home’s energy usage occurs in your kitchen and bathroom. Making your kitchen remodel energy-efficient is often a matter of educating yourself, choosing the right professionals to work with, and choosing the right products. Kitchens.com recommends maximizing energy-efficiency in your kitchen remodel by considering the […]
Now is the Time for Your Kitchen Remodel
With the recent downturn of the economy and uncertain future, people have been reluctant to let go of their money for projects that are any less than essential to their well-being, like a kitchen remodel. Janice Butler wrote a great article for Consumer’s Voice about why the recent economic conditions have actually made this window […]