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Warmup Towel Warmer By Sarah Green Carmichael Say what you will about British plumbing — there’s a lot to say about it, and almost none of it is good — but one of the things I’ve enjoyed on my trips to the UK is that you can be staying in the world’s remotest, tiniest wayside…
Bathroom Insulation and Ventilation Remodeling Concerns A lot of client questions that come up during a bathroom remodel, but one question that never seems to make the discussions is bathroom insulation and ventilation. Sure people want a bath fan and their walls and ceilings insulated but do they REALLY know what the contractor is scoping…
Style, Comfort and Performance Drive Bathroom Remodeling Upgrades Each year Hanley Wood’s Remodeling magazine produces its Cost vs. Value report chronicling the most common remodeling projects and what homeowners can expect in terms of the return on their investment. The top five projects that deliver the best ROI include attic insulation, manufactured stone veneer, garage…
How To Choose A Kitchen Countertop Should I update my Kitchen Countertops? I get that question a lot. Counter tops are the focal point of any kitchen and they play a large role in the aesthetics and design. In addition to being stylish and attractive, countertops need to be functional and practical. Whether you are…
Cake, Prosecco and an American Standard Toilet When my husband and I were engaged to be married, my work colleagues threw us the most beautiful surprise wedding shower, complete with garden-party theme. The women wore flowery skirts or cardigans, and the men wore floral-print ties. There was cake and prosecco. And then, the big gift:…
The Cutting Edge – A Mobile Contractor and Their Table Saw I often refer to myself as a carpenter but, in reality I’m a mobile contractor, moving from one project to the next, sometimes even two locations in one day. Many independent contractors work remotely, often on multiple projects at the same time The trades has…
Preparing For Bathroom Remodeling – The Right Way Preparing for bathroom remodeling isn’t something you’re born knowing how to do. For most people, it’s not until after they’ve renovated a bathroom or two that they really know what to expect. As a restoration contractor, I’ve seen many situations where homeowners have spent thousands of dollars…
Feeney Deck Lighting LED Strip Lights Deck lighting is the latest rage and LED light strips are starting to become more and more popular among designers and deck builders. The folks at Feeney developed LED light strip that are designed to be used on their DesignRail aluminum railings. These light rails provide nice ambiance for outdoor living and also excellent safety lighting at stairs…
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