Should You Consider Concrete for Kitchen Countertops? Homeowners often have a hard enough time deciding on the best material for their new kitchen countertops. The last thing they need is a new entrant in the market, but kitchen design enthusiasts and innovators don’t care about that. Enter the concrete countertops, which have gained quite a [...]

Going Green for Real in Kitchen or Bathroom Remodeling Most people would applaud and approve anything that will let them “go green,” especially when it comes to kitchen or bathroom remodeling. They like the idea of protecting the environment and/or keeping their carbon footprint as small as possible. Unfortunately, “green” has become a buzzword [...]

The Benefits of Hiring a Pro for a Bathroom Remodel The Internet is a wealth of information for everything, from getting chocolate stains out of clothing to how building a house from scratch. DIYers love to share their accomplishments by publishing how-to videos, so you get this idea you can do anything yourself. Unfortunately, that [...]

Which Sink Should You Choose for Your Kitchen Remodel? “Everything but the kitchen sink” is probably the way most people think when making decisions about their kitchen remodeling. It is the last thing on their minds because it seems like such a little thing. However, that would be a mistake, because a kitchen without a [...]

Why a Vent Fan is Necessary for Your Bathroom Upgrade A bathroom upgrade is a great idea if you have the budget for it. Any improvement for your bathroom can up the value of your home, usually in excess of what you actually paid for it. However, the one thing that many homeowners forget to [...]

Choosing the Best Finish for Kitchen Cabinets Kitchen cabinets have a significant contribution to the look and function of the kitchen. You need to give it a lot more attention when choosing one for your kitchen. They are not all the same. You might have given emphasis to the size, style, and color, but probably [...]

Case study: Old Kitchen Made New in Fairfax Kitchen Upgrade The client Sue had just acquired a charming ranch home built in 1953 and wanted to keep its traditional look as much as possible. However, she had a problem with a rather gloomy kitchen because of the low roof and exposed beams. She wanted to [...]

Bathroom Upgrades on a Budget Guest bathrooms are often the one thing your guests will see that may not always be so welcoming. Since you normally will not see it on a daily basis, it tends to get less attention than your regular bathrooms. You also tend to use it as a storage room for [...]

A Real Look at the Kitchen Remodeling Process Have you ever wondered exactly how a kitchen remodeling project will go? You should if you are planning to do one soon. Kitchen remodeling has many benefits, but it can be a stressful undertaking. Aside from the cost involved, you have to plan for how you are [...]

Elements of Bathroom Remodeling The best way to approach a bathroom remodeling project is to think of it as a military campaign. You have to put together a team and assign a leader. If you plan to do it yourself, you have to establish a goal you can handle in one go and find the [...]