Tag: remodeling

Hiring A Contractor

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It can be hard to hire a contractor. Not only do you want this individual to do the job correctly, but you also want to make sure that you can get along with them. After all, whether you are renovating your kitchen, bathroom, or whole home, you might see a lot of this individual. When starting your search, there are certain things you need to know about them to make sure they are the right person for the job.

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Starting a Home Renovation Project

When it comes to renovating your kitchenbathroom, or whole home, many don’t prioritize it as they should. While the thought of it can be frustrating and tedious, it is important to understand the value of good renovation and repairs. It means fewer headaches in the future. A huge part of neglecting renovation is dealing with the number of people involved and all of the things that go wrong. Above all, be sure to understand your rights as a consumer before starting any project or renovation to your home. Read More

Make a Walk in Shower Work in Your Bathroom

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You want to change the look of your shower but are looking for ideas?  You have come to the right place!  Our friendly and expert staff at www.plumbtile.com are always ready to lend a hand – from ideas and tips to purchasing and beyond.  Read More

Some Do’s and Don’t’s of Remodeling

If you are thinking about remodeling your home what are some of the do’s and don’ts of taking on this task? It can be a stressful time and quite costly if you don’t understand some of the best ways to start. First let’s decide which room to remodel first. Once you have decided which room you will remodel, you will want to draw up some plans. What do you want the upgrade to look like? And one more question, are you looking to add value to your home or is it something you are deciding to do for your family? Read More

Don’t Get Winter Blues! Dress Up Your Home!

Just because fall is here and winter is right around the corner doesn’t mean you cant change up your house. You may not be able to work on the outside but the inside does not have to suffer the weather. One easy task to change up a kitchen would be to update the backsplash. You can do something elegant like our Cosa Marble Onyx Collection or something simple like our Cosa Marble Glass Thassos. Just a simple update will change an entire look. Read More

The Ultimate Guide to Utility Rooms

Everyone needs a utility room in their home especially when you own a home outside of the city. You will need a place to store equipment that is large, bulky, or smelly. It can function as a workspace for a handyman, giving a place to house tools needed for building or fixing. You can also make it a laundry room by having your washer/dryer there. Other hazardous chemicals to keep away from your children can be stored in this room. Or, it can simply be a place to throw off your muddy boots before walking into your home, or a place to hang your coats for easy access on your way out the door. Whatever the reason for this extra room, no home should go without it.

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The right roof for your porch ceiling

Whether you are adding a new porch or remodeling the existing porch, getting the right roof and ceiling for it is crucial. If you don’t have the right roofing you might get leaks or it isn’t right because the color is off. Some homeowners will use their porch all year long and install an outdoor kitchen. Making sure your porch is safe from the elements is extremely important for the longevity of this space.

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Why Soffits and Fascias Are Important

There is more to remodeling your home than your bathroom or kitchen. An exterior soffit is located on the span beneath the rafter tails, while the fascia is the exposed horizontal band you see at the end of the rafters. These architectural elements found along the eave area do more than just add visual interest and give a finished look to your home. They help protect the exterior of your house by keeping out pests like bats, birds and squirrels, and give you a way to disguise ventilation for your attic.

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Surviving a Bathroom Remodel

Count on dust, noise and traffic from trades that you’ll probably get to know quite well as they become part of your daily grind. Remodeling gets messy. And then there’s the inconvenience of construction encroaching on your most personal space—the bathroom.

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