Month: June 2016

Researching Materials For Your New Backsplash

As houzz says in their article on choosing the perfect backsplash, “The humble backsplash has come a long way”.  This very helpful article discusses the pros and cons of stainless steel, porcelain and ceramic tiles, glass, engineered stone, granite, polished plaster, composite (e.g. Corian), laminate, mirrored glass, and marble. Even if you’ve already decided on […]

What to Do With Pets During a Home Remodel

Remodeling any part of your home, including the kitchen or master bath, will be noisy, messy, and will require a work crew to be in your home for a few days or a few weeks depending on the scope of the project. When you set the date for your remodel to begin, it’s important that […]

Add a Vibrant Splash of Color…with White!

Most of us don’t think of white as a “vibrant” color, but that’s only because we so often see rooms drowning in shades of eggshell and ivory. Painting the walls of a room white will demand lots of other colors to add flavor, but white can actually be a wonderful accent piece in the right […]

Is Vacation the Perfect Time to Do a Remodel?

School is out, and summer is on its way. For your family, that might mean a trip to the most magical place on earth, a visit to see parents/grandparents, or a relaxing week out in the woods. (Don’t forget your bug repellant.) Since your house will be empty for a while, could this be the […]

Don’t Be Afraid of Vibrant Colors in Your Room Remodel

If you are going to invest your time, money, and passion into a room remodel for your home, make sure that room reflects your special personality. Many homeowners are afraid of using bright, vibrant colors, but if done well, they can actually add tons of great personality to the room. Pick One or Two Bright […]