Kitchen designers are often asked if their clients should refinish or replace their cabinets. The best answer is that it depends on the factors below, but first, what is refacing and is it for you? Thousands of homeowners make the decision to upgrade a kitchen each year. They often choose to repair their cabinets rather…

Asbestos! It is a strong fire resistant fiber that was widely used in the past for fire protection and insulation purposes. The problem is that it has these small, buoyant fibers that people can easily inhale or swallow. These harmful particles have been shown to cause a number of very serious diseases including asbestosis (which…

Custom cabinets are a mark of distinction in a home and give you the most straightforward way to get what you want. Remodeling provides an opportunity to make creative use of storage space and improve the livability of interior areas. Kitchens are often the rooms that gain the most benefit from remodeling, providing time-saving conveniences…

In today’s world the word “cheap” is hard to trust, it has become synonymous with shoddy, low-quality products. Cheap laminate flooring is still a low priced product, but an excellent value for a durable and long lasting product. Laminate has become more popular since 1996, with some companies even boasting that it is the “most…

Here are 10 things to consider when getting granite deals. Get a personal estimate at home to make sure the price is concrete and based on facts, not assumptions. Make sure that once the appraiser visits your home, the price provided is final and not subject to change. Thickness – Not all granite countertops are…

Popular wedding colors change every year, even depending on the season. In a 2008 Kate Aspen bridal survey, brides told us that blue was the “in” color for weddings, and it seems fashion designers agree: blue is best for wedding trends from 2009. In the last runway season, bright blue, cobalt blue, turquoise and everything…

True custom cabinets are cabinets that have been designed and custom built for your specific requirements. There are many custom kitchen cabinet manufacturers. Some of the larger custom manufacturers do not allow the options of the smaller manufacturers. Finding a custom cabinet maker to design a custom kitchen for you that is in your general…

Induction cooking is a very clean and quite clever cooking method, and many people prefer it over traditional gas cooktops because of how fast it heats up and how convenient they are to clean. This is the technology behind induction hobs: induction hobs have a powerful electromagnet, also known as an induction coil, which is…

Kitchen remodeling doesn’t just mean replacing or upgrading your cabinets, countertops, sinks, and drawers. Have you ever considered redoing your walls in the kitchen? Changing the way the walls of your breakfast area and kitchen look can greatly change the feel of the room. If you think paint isn’t enough, it’s still too simple, then…

If there were no bras, the world would not be the way it is today. If you use them in the right way, they can help make your job much easier. Sometimes bras are not worn the way they are designed for many reasons. For example, you may not know how to use the best…