Porcelain Door Knobs – Installing an Antique Look on a New Door
Antique knobs on a modern door Installing antique porcelain or vintage-style door knobs is a simple task thanks to modern-style hallways and privacy latches that are made to bridge the gap between old and new. You can easily use old knobs on new and modern doors with these tubular...
Inside Tiny Houses – Are you ready?
Mr. Jay Shafer is the responsible genius who came up with the idea for Tiny Houses! His company, known as Tumbleweed, is part of the tiny home movement. In 2002, he co-founded the Small House Society in Iowa City, Iowa. In 2003, Gregory Paul Johnson commissioned him to build...
Pendant lighting – good for sparkling effects anywhere in the house
Mention pendant lighting to most people, and they immediately think of the light hanging from a kitchen ceiling above an island countertop on a coiled cord. However, the truth is that a pendant light is good for most rooms in the house, if you know what type of pendant...
Research to do before your kitchen remodel
When planning a kitchen remodel project, the first step is to call a remodeling company, right? Maybe not. Before you start talking to the professionals, do some research to be in a good position to make informed decisions with your remodeling professional. Find out what you want Research the...
Do It Yourself Cabinet Refinishing
Cabinet refinishing will definitely give your kitchen or bathroom a new look. These can be disguised to also give a revitalized perspective. Highly skilled restorers can help you transform your outdated kitchen or bathroom cabinets to the new look you want. It can be done in less time than...
The importance of kitchen cabinet dimensions
When designing a new kitchen, the dimensions of the kitchen cabinet are of great importance. This is because you need to know the size of each piece of cabinet and have room for your appliances. With so many different ways to make cabinets, you can have a mix of...
Ultra stylish and ultra functional kitchen islands
Whatever the shape, color or style, the island is the focal point of today’s kitchen. The kitchen island is so many things to so many people. A kitchen island is more than an additional workspace, much more. Breakfast or snack bar, cleaning center, kitchen station, food preparation center, beverage...
Is it an island suitable for your kitchen?
One of the most frequent questions I get as a designer is: Can I put an island in my kitchen? Gone are the days when kitchens were the epicenter of the kitchen and here to stay, at least for a long time, is the modern version of the kitchen...
Island guide with BBQ grills and outdoor kitchens
When it comes to outdoor living, a gas grill is a must-have for most homeowners and having a kitchen island makes it more entertaining and functional as an outdoor barbecue cooking area. Beyond the basic five-foot-long grill island, you can add a side burner, refrigerator, sink, ice bin, countertop...
Fish Room Flooring – Have You Thought About It?
Not everyone is lucky enough to have a fishing parlor, but those who do enjoy the benefits it provides. There is plenty of room for sinks, shelters, skimmers, filters, sterilizers, etc. It also gives many aquarium owners a place to hide from life’s burdens. Ask a fishing parlor owner...