Project Feature: Bloomington Kitchen Renovation
We recently wrapped up the renovation of the kitchen of a 1950’s three-bedroom, east Bloomington rambler. The homeowners asked us to update and remodel their kitchen with a relatively modest kitchen renovation budget. The existing space had birch plywood cabinets and original appliances. We began by replacing both. To achieve a streamlined aesthetic we worked to […]
DIY – Don’t Try It Yourself
For the most part, we applaud the weekend home improvement warrior. We admire your can-do attitude and oftentimes are genuinely impressed by customer projects. However, there are some things that are just better left to the professionals. Check out our list of the top “Don’t DIY” projects! Electrical Work: Unless you are tackling a simple task […]
Bloomington Bathroom Remodel
This week we wanted to share a Bloomington bathroom remodeling project that we have been working on. We were recently asked to tackle the master bathroom of a 1980’s two-story home in west Bloomington. The homeowners were looking for an updated space and a larger shower. To help make the room feel larger, we installed […]
Preparing Your Home For Summer
Summer time means barbeques and bonfires, pool parties and play dates. With all the fun to be had, it is easy to forget those pesky home preparation tasks. Get your summer chores out of the way with these simple step for preparing for guests:Cool Down: Make sure that your house is ready to act as a […]
Preparing Your Home For A Graduation Party
Are you the parent or family member of a proud 2012 graduate? As you are preparing to celebrate your graduate’s accomplishments, you are likely planning a party! One of the keys to a successful celebration is offering plenty of space to accommodate guests, family and friends. Luckily graduation season falls in the spring – the […]
Exterior Door Options for Your Home
In our last post we discussed interior doors. This week we’re bringing our door discovery outside and looking instead at exterior entrances. MATERIALSSteel: The main choice to consider when picking an exterior door is the door material. There are three main choices available including steel, fiberglass, and wood. The most affordable option of the three […]
Upgrade Your Home’s Interior Doors
Interior doors are one of those small, but important details that set the style of your home. Upgrading your home’s doors is a cost-effective way to improve your home’s interior and give a room extra panache! Before settling on a new door, it is important to consider several features including: style, materials, door swing, and […]
Easy Home Painting Tips
In last week’s post we discussed ways to use paint colors effectively in your home. This week, we want to help you put your new found knowledge to use with some easy home painting tips. Follow these steps to make your next home painting project a breeze! Choose The Right Tools: The right tools can be […]
Using Paint Color Effectively
The color that you paint your space can easily make or break a room. Choose the right color and your paint will highlight your space’s attributes and reflect your personality. Select the wrong color and your room will appear overwhelmed, shadowy, or just plain dull. With the stakes as high as these and the number […]
Ceramic Versus Porcelain Tile Floors
Last week we talked about a great flooring option – heated bathroom floors. Today we would liketo discuss another popular flooring material – tile. One of our most frequently asked customer questions regarding tile flooring is, “What is the difference between ceramic and porcelain tile?” We’ll look at both options and help you determine which […]
