It is the rare kitchen these days that is used solely for preparing meals. The modern kitchen is a marvel of multitasking; while cooking, parents are usually helping the kids with homework, or checking email. Kitchens often do double duty as crafts rooms; especially if the kitchen and dining table are close and passage back…
Stainless steel appliances never lose their appeal, perhaps because they look great with any color scheme. Natural hues and soft neutrals, with shades of white and cream are the most commonly selected colors for kitchen remodels today. White and gray painted kitchen cabinets are still popular, but natural wood stains never go out of style.…
If your kitchen is just “OK”, but not what you really would like, perhaps what it really needs is a surface upgrade. That would mean you could keep the cabinets, flooring, and appliances, but upgrade the elements that are too dated or worn looking. While kitchens tend to not have large wall surfaces, nevertheless, there…
That’s why you will probably have your kitchen cabinets replaced at some point in time, especially if you bought an already existing home. Each person has their own cooking style, and that requires the right cabinets to store your supplies and cooking utensils. First off, every kitchen has awkward spots and corners that are difficult…
First, plan! Think of it this way; the planning phase would benefit from taking more time than the actual construction. If you plan well, the amount of time you’re inconvenienced by construction work will be minimized. You are more likely to stay on budget if you have thoroughly researched and thought through the project. You…
Exhaust hoods can be a stylish focal point for your kitchen. If you are unhappy with your current hood, either because of poor ventilation or because the style just doesn’t work for you, it may be time to replace that hood. It needs to exhaust through the roof as well, to properly do it’s job.…
What’s not to like in extra storage and working space? If you have a few square feet that currently only increase the number of steps from your countertop to the stove or fridge, then maybe it’s time to see if an island can be built in there. Undercounter microwave, cookbook shelves and an informal eating…
And what would that be? The faucet and sink, of course! While we want our sinks and faucets to be stylish, what everyone really wants is the most is functionality we can get. Low maintenance is great too! So what does functionality really mean in a faucet and sink combination? A functional faucet is one…
Kitchen countertops take more wear than the floor! Accidental whacks with that knife, dropping a cast-iron pan, and don’t even get me started on what teenagers can do to a countertop. Cutting board! What’s that? As a result, you will find the need to replace it, and why not? That old countertop is just, well,…
Anything that helps with organizing the kitchen! Custom cabinetry really helps with this, as you can have specialty drawers built to hold the pans and dishes you use. Pull-out spice racks and charging drawers are great ways to be able to find things when you need them, and put them out of sight when not…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ROSE CONSTRUCTION INC CELEBRATES 30 YEAR ANNIVERSARY Bellingham, Wash., November 2, 2016 – Rose Construction, Inc, a home remodeling company specializing in bathrooms, kitchens, and additions, celebrates 30 years in business. “This is a significant milestone for any company,” says DyLon McClary President and CEO of Rose Construction, Inc. “We are extremely…
The answer is not the most expensive countertops or a gourmet stove – the only answer can be a kitchen that is arranged specifically for you. It must be designed and built for the way you cook and the way your family uses the kitchen. Good quality appliances and materials are important, but if the…
Determine the best layout for your kitchen, cooking style and for how your family uses the kitchen. An accurate drawing of the existing kitchen makes a good starting point. Your contractor should be the one to prepare this, as they will use it to estimate costs for tile, paint, etc. It should show the current…
What are your storage needs? Every cook has their own unique cooking style, requiring storage solutions to fit these needs. Think about what you use when working at the stove; do you have oddly shaped pans? (Who doesn’t?) Be sure to plan for proper storage for the size and shapes of your kitchenware. Kitchen islands…
These handy work stations are popular for good reasons. They add a great deal of storage capacity to a kitchen, much countertop space, and if a sink is installed in it, the obvious benefits of a second sink. Oftentimes homeowners will request a countertop overhang for island seating be included. This makes a very nice…
Faucets and sinks! What are the most used item(s) in the kitchen? What wears out the fastest? It’s a good investment to have a high quality faucet installed – the washers will last longer, and you will get more enjoyment out of a smooth operating faucet with very little maintenance. The finishes will keep their…
Kitchen cabinets are not all the same, nor would you want them to be. Choices range from glass-fronted upper cabinets to open shelving. Some homeowners forgo some of the upper cabinets and have shelves installed to display kitchenware or treasures. However, solid wood cabinets are the most popular, and variations in door styles, finishes and…
Three of the things that are guaranteed to drive up your costs: Changing your mind Relying on rough sketches Including high-end materials It is recommended to clarify the design and have a clear scope of work before work is begun. This will ensure an accurate bid from your contractor. Don’t change it after the bid…
Let’s face it, kitchens wear out and age much faster than most of your home. Worn and chipped sinks, countertops and flooring can get you down. The research and planning you need to do to prepare for a new kitchen are not only necessary to make your materials selections, but will lift your spirits, planning…
We get many calls to remodel small kitchens; they may be in condos, older homes, or for some reason the original home layout only allowed a small footprint for the kitchen. While some may bemoan this situation, another way to look at it, is fewer steps to reach every part of the kitchen! A well-laid…
Why? You might well ask. Both rooms are high-usage, and both have to deal with water. The kitchen also receives wear from food spills, the occasional accidental knife cut to the countertop and dropped items, some of them capable of chipping and cracking floors and countertops. So, bathrooms. This room is notorious for falling prey…
Countertops – lets start here. Homeowners love granite and quartz. Granite is a natural stone, quarried from the earth in large blocks. It’s color will vary throughout, since Ma Nature likes it that way, and it looks like many homeowners do too! Quartz is a man made stone, so the color is uniform, and it…
Dingy kitchen getting you down? What you need is some inspiration, and a good contractor. Here is a dab of inspiration for you, and you know where you can get an excellent contractor, right? Install dramatic pendant lights over the kitchen island. They will provide task lighting when you are working at the island and…
Therefore, your kitchen should be unique; it should fit your needs. Does it? Usually a home was built by a contractor with a universal design that will satisfy the general home buyers expectations. However, that pretty much guarantees that it will not fit your needs. Don’t live forever with a frustrating mix of cabinets and…
Do you believe that getting a kitchen remodel is a high-stress event? It doesn’t have to be! Here is your plan: Create a budget and stay within it! Keep a contingency fund for unknown problems that might crop up, such as water damage that was inside a floor or wall. You will be able to…