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Storage upgrades for a small kitchen

Kitchen remodels are usually thought of as synonymous with luxury: spacious kitchens with room for a large island, plenty of counter space to incorporate a separate prep sink, double ovens, lavish lighting, and lots of fancy fixtures and finishes. But sometimes practical, useful solutions for storage can bring their own element of luxury. If you’ve […]

How to select the right flooring for your bathroom

Each day we are inundated with choices – whether or not to hit snooze, which route to take to the bank, what to make for dinner, and on it goes. If you’ve ever been through a home renovation, you know the number of choices that need to be made can be daunting. From big ones […]

Questions you should ask your contractor before the project

Before you can begin your upcoming home remodel, you’ll have to meet with potential contractors. Sure, the overall cost of the project is going to be important, but you should take other factors into consideration before you get started. While interviewing candidates, here are six questions to ask. What would you do to handle my […]

Little luxuries that could transform your master bath

When someone says luxury, most people think of loaded sports cars, lavish vacations, expensive jewelry and opulent homes. You probably don’t think of your master bathroom, but maybe you should. From extreme and expensive to achievable and affordable, your bathroom can become synonymous with luxury when you work with a qualified professional for your master […]

Thinking about a kitchen remodel? Here are 8 things to consider

Most people will tell you there’s never a right time for big life changes – buying a house, deciding to start a family, making a cross-country move or career change, or starting a major kitchen renovation project. However, when it comes to home renovation, there are some questions you can ask yourself before undertaking a […]

Faucets, fixtures and finishes: Fashion for your kitchen

If you don’t have the budget for a major kitchen renovation, don’t let that stop you from working with a professional to make some subtle and affordable changes that can provide dramatic results. With just a few simple updates in your kitchen, your neighbors won’t know you didn’t spend thousands. Sometimes it’s the little things […]

When is a lifetime warranty NOT a lifetime warranty?

These days, it seems like you can get a warranty on anything and everything, from toasters and waffle irons, to cars and high-end electronics. Even home improvement companies have been known to offer lifetime warranties. A lifetime warranty on your shiny new kitchen remodel sounds good, right? Or maybe a little too good to be […]

8 tips for downsizing your home

Downsizing. It’s not only practical for families in certain phases of life, it’s also trendy. Television shows spotlight families shrinking their square footage by thousands, and most Americans watch in awe. Others take mental notes, knowing they’ll one day be making the same life transition. Downsizing isn’t for everyone, but if it’s the next chapter […]

5 ways to make your kitchen more efficient

The kitchen is one of the busiest rooms in the house, so one of the goals many homeowners have is to make their kitchen function more efficiently. Setting up the space properly can help you enjoy your kitchen, while also giving you more downtime to do other things. The following tips will help you make […]

Simple bathroom updates that can make a big difference

Your bathroom is one of the most-used rooms in the house, but it’s probably the last to be considered when it comes to updating. Let’s face it: when prioritizing your budget, sometimes it’s just easier to close the bathroom door and focus your efforts somewhere else. The good news is that there are simple, budget-friendly […]