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Surviving a Remodeling Project: The Tips You Need

Remodeling is exciting, but it can also be stressful. This blog aims to take you through the process. I hope to include posts on generating designs ideas for your project, saving up money for your project, and scheduling the project into your busy life. I also plan to talk about DIY remodeling, living around contractors in your home, dealing with kitchens that are out of commission, and every other aspect of remodeling that I think of. Hey, my name is Tristan, and I guess you could say that after flipping five homes I've become almost an expert in remodeling. I also love working on my own home. Thanks for reading my blog.

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Three Reasons To Skip The Home Theater In Your Custom Home

24 July 2018
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One of the first additions that many people think about when they're designing a custom home is a movie theater. A common fixture in high-end residences, a room in which you can screen your favorite movies, watch sporting events, and host watching parties can certainly be a big appeal. There are people for whom this space is a necessity when they're designing a custom home, but you shouldn't necessarily succumb to this temptation. Read More …

Creating a Rustic Country Kitchen: Three Design Elements to Consider

4 June 2018
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If you love the idea of a rustic country kitchen, there are plenty of design elements to choose from that can help you create this look. Use the following ideas as inspiration when you sit down to a consultation with your remodeling contractor. With the right touches, you can create a beautiful rustic design aesthetic for your kitchen. Barn Wood Cabinets Barn wood cabinets from a company like Encore Cabinets & Design offer a distinctly rustic look, and they can be built to order to meet your needs. Read More …

Composite And Natural Wood Bathroom Floors

9 April 2018
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Many people have such a long list of projects to work on that they run out of money before they run out of ideas. Many homeowners invest a lot of time and money into their bathroom floors because they obviously get worn down, faded, and beat up relatively quick. Moisture wreaks havoc on bathroom floors. Investing in your floors is worthwhile when you consider how much it can increase your property value. Read More …

How To Refinish Pickled Wood Cabinets

20 March 2018
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If you have pickled wood cabinets, you may decide you no longer like them, or it doesn't match your current decor. The pickling technique started as a lime coating to protect wood, then changed to the modern, less dramatic finishes to bring out the wood grain. The modern finishes bring out the wood without heavy paint. It is possible to darken your cabinets by following these steps. Prepare to Refinish the Cabinets Read More …

Three Ways To Give Your Kitchen Cabinets A Nautical Theme

23 February 2018
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Whether you're redoing the kitchen in a cottage or a house on a waterfront property — or perhaps if you're just a boat lover — you may like the idea of giving the space a nautical theme. Appropriate artwork and dominant colors of blue and white will definitely support this concept, but you can also look at individual elements on your remodeling to-do list and consider ways to support the nautical concept. Read More …