35 Noteworthy Types of Door Knobs to Enhance Your Remodeling Project

Solid Renner When it comes to adding doors to your newly remodeled room or home, choosing the right types of door knobs is always an important decision to make. One of the most exciting parts of interior decorating is the ability to choose between a great variety of finishing touches. Thankfully, you don’t have to limit yourself to just a few decor options. There are countless types of door knobs that come in a number of shapes, styles, and colors for you to choose from. Below, we’ve listed some of the most popular door knob options that you [...]

2023-03-03T20:09:13-06:00Categories: Home Remodeling|

Subcontractor vs Contractor: What Does a General Contractor Do?

Ducere Construction Hiring a general contractor is a must for some of your larger renovation projects. If it’s your first time hiring someone, it can be an overwhelming task to find the right person to fit your budget and remodeling needs. Hiring a general contractor is ideal for certain projects, while subcontractors give you more of the time and flexibility you need. If you are unsure where to begin, take a look at the following information to help you make an informed decision about who to hire for your remodeling projects. Remember that there are advantages and disadvantages to [...]

2023-03-02T21:47:15-06:00Categories: Home Remodeling, info-page|

The Sheetrock vs Drywall Guide: Choosing Different Types of Drywall

Art Decor Gesso All types of drywall are essential components of any home construction or remodeling project. Drywall is the stuff that holds the home together, and without it, some rooms and buildings would not be structurally sound. This drywall guide will help you understand the benefits of the types of drywall available and help you choose the right types of drywall for your projects. We will also discuss some possible alternatives to drywall, as well as some other names for drywall that you may have heard before. Check out this guide for a full list of features and hidden [...]

2023-11-10T02:32:02-06:00Categories: Home Remodeling|

Modern Electric Fireplaces to Warm Your Soul

Featured Image Source: Napoleon Modern electric fireplaces are an excellent and popular alternative if you are looking to add that special cozy touch to your home when you are not ready to take on the task of hauling firewood and cleaning a traditional fireplace. A fireplace serves as the grand centerpiece of any den or living room, bringing the design of the room together in a truly welcoming way. For centuries, the hearth has symbolized the coming together of family and the welcoming of strangers and neighbors. A fireplace brings warmth and comfort into the home. Fireplaces are great additions [...]

2023-12-21T22:54:05-06:00Categories: Home Remodeling|

Why the Way People Hire Contractors is Wrong

Products Up What do contractors do, exactly? What are the first steps you take when you decide to hire a contractor? What specific jobs are you looking to fulfill?  Do you know how to properly assess and validate a contractor’s license? The way people hire remodeling contractors is a bit different when compared to other service industries. Construction-based contractors are being sought after in different and ever-changing ways, and those ways aren’t always good. We want to make sure that you know the correct process for hiring contractors by comparing it to the way other service industries hire and [...]

2023-12-21T22:17:56-06:00Categories: Home Remodeling, info-page|

The Design-Build Process: Is it Right For Your Project?

Featured Image: New Planner Recruiting Design-build is a construction industry term that applies to businesses providing full project design, execution and delivery services for a broad range of residential construction projects.  Types of projects can range in size from a simple bath remodel to a room addition to complete new home construction. Popular types of projects include: bathroom, kitchen and basement remodeling and updating. Design-build is useful for home renovations involving several rooms or even an entire house. In the design-build approach, the client has a single point of contact in all aspects of the project. [...]

2023-11-16T21:29:13-06:00Categories: Home Remodeling, info-page|

The Ultimate Paint Guide For Choosing the Perfect Trim Color to the Best Ceiling Paint Color

Sebring Design Build You’ve probably heard it time and time again: the most dramatic way update your home’s interior is to paint it. Paint the walls. Paint the trim and woodwork. Paint your ceiling. Paint as much or as little of it as you like. A fresh coat of paint makes an old house new again. And the before and after is almost always impressive. While it may be the fastest and most cost-effective way to transform your home, it’s not always the easiest. Walk into a paint store and you will find thousands of swatches staring back [...]

2023-11-15T10:07:56-06:00Categories: Home Remodeling|

How to Finance Home Improvement Projects

Sebring Design Build Unless you have a lot of money saved up specifically for home improvement, you’ll need to figure out your home improvement finance options. The national average home renovation cost for 2018 is $39,211 with some homeowners spending as much as $130,000 for high-end multiple-room improvements.  The Sebring pricing guide shows the costs for what a basement remodel will cost , what a kitchen renovation could cost, (depending on your selections), and lastly what a 3 piece bathroom remodel cost will average.  If you are planning to renovate more than one room, the quotes will be much pricier. Luckily, there [...]

2023-11-10T03:04:35-06:00Categories: Home Remodeling|

How to Systematically Choose the Right Contractor

Deposit Photos When planning a home remodeling project, homeowners face a long list of worries and concerns. How much will it cost? Will it take too long? Is this really the right move? But there is one question that homeowners could benefit from asking more often: how do I hire the right contractor? According to the CFA (Consumer Federation of America) and NACAA (National Association of Consumer Agency Administrators), contracting is the top complaint among homeowners doing home improvement. Another survey found that almost half (48%) of all respondents would not hire their contractor for a future project. Too [...]

2023-11-15T10:15:05-06:00Categories: Home Remodeling, Homeowner Tips, info-page|

MDF vs Wood: Why MDF has Become So Popular For Cabinet Doors

MPink Design LLC Solid wood is obviously the winner here, right? This is the most common perception when it comes to comparing between wood and MDF Board. Wood is seen as this strong and sturdy material while MDF Board is often viewed as a weak and cheap alternative. The truth is, both have their pros and cons for a kitchen remodel. Despite popular belief, wood is not always the superior choice; in some situations, MDF Board might be the better material. Solid wood's beauty, character, and strength entice homeowners to pick it above other available materials for their new [...]

2023-11-05T23:29:48-06:00Categories: Home Remodeling, Homeowner Tips|