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Your family, home and furnishings are important to you so they are important to us. Every remodeling project should have necessary precautions to limit the spread of dust and particles (as it should always be not just because of COVID-19). One of our biggest concerns is to make sure we have as little impact on…
Read MoreIs there a difference between quartz countertops and other materials? Which countertop material is best: Quartz or Granite? Of course, the answer is “It Depends”. After explaining the differences many people prefer Quartz. “Quartz” in context to this discussion is a man-made countertop product more accurately described as “engineered stone”. So with a decision to…
Read MoreMost homes do not have many doorways that are wide enough for people who wish to safely Age-in-Place or for those with mobility issues. This post will focus on how to widen existing doorways, whether you want a simple solution such as switching the direction of the swing of the door, widening the frame or…
Read MoreInformation Courtesy of The Stone Studio, Chantilly Granite is one of the easiest surfaces to maintain. By following these suggestions for use, your countertops will last a lifetime while maintaining a brand new appearance. Daily Care and Use: Sealant: Stains, Lime Build Up, Food Stuck on Surface: Scratches, Chips, Repairs: We also recommend the following product…
Read MoreMany times when I first meet with people one of the first questions asked is: “How long does it take to remodel a kitchen?” Well that’s a good question and of course it depends. The actual construction is one part of the answer and the other part is the process of determining design, selections, specialty…
Read MoreMy previous blog was about adding a second story addition above a garage – somewhat difficult but not too tough. A more complicated project is to add a partial second story addition (i.e. a second floor) to an existing house. This type of project includes many of same challenges associated with going above a garage plus others…
Read MoreOver the past few years, stainless steel appliances have become an increasingly popular choice by consumers. Unlike color choices, stainless steel appliances are not easily dated, and if kept in good condition, their value holds up very well against their color counterparts. Not to mention that they look beautiful. First and foremost, never clean stainless…
Read MoreIn my March 8th blog I wrote about the “Cost of Luxury Kitchen Design” and in particular some of the big cost drivers. In that blog I addressed mostly the construction tasks that affect a kitchen remodel price. In this blog I will address how the selection of certain upgrade or luxury products will impact…
Read MoreBeth Caston, the lighting manager of Ferguson Enterprises in Chantilly, helped us compose the following article. It covers the popular topic of kitchen lighting options. I hope you find it informative. The kitchen is often thought of as the heart of the home. It’s not only a space for cooking and preparing, it’s where we spend time with…
Read MoreI have been in the home remodeling business for 27 years and have noticed three recurring questions when first meeting a prospective customer. The first two questions are easy to answer. The third: “How much will my luxury kitchen remodeling cost?” is like asking “How much does a bag of groceries cost?” It all depends.…
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