Every kitchen wants an island
Everyone loves an island, right? When it comes to kitchens, they add an incredible amount of storage and working surface. Some homeowners even have an additional sink installed in the island. Cookbooks can be stored
Everyone loves an island, right? When it comes to kitchens, they add an incredible amount of storage and working surface. Some homeowners even have an additional sink installed in the island. Cookbooks can be stored
Can’t decide what color scheme to select for your new kitchen? White, and the myriad tones that can give that basic white a feeling of warmth or coolness, is by far the most popular color.
If the kitchen needs some work, decide just how much needs to be done. Replacing cabinet hardware can make a big difference; updating the sink and faucet have a large impact as well. In any
And you don’t like that? Add a colorful backsplash! Kitchen backsplash tiles can include bold colors and geometric patterns. Even though it is a trend to have colorful, patterned tiles installed for the backsplash,
Anyone who has ever thought about redoing or designing their own kitchen will know that it’s probably easier, maybe less expensive (?) and less traumatic just to move to a house that already has a
What would make you love your kitchen? You probably spend a good deal of time in there, so you should enjoy it! Unless you’re really attached to your microwave. But, even if that might be
Getting what you visualized, within your budget, and that functions as you thought it would, that is an effective kitchen remodel. How to achieve that? First determine what you want from your new kitchen. Is
The eternal question. Any home already built was designed to meet someone else’s needs, not yours, and over time may have developed some additional quirks and issues. But it’s yours now, and in contemplating what
Many types of countertops are available. For the budget conscious, laminate is an excellent option. They come with a gel coating and high-quality printed patterns that mimic almost any natural material you can imagine. Acrylic
Before you start planning your kitchen remodel, it would be wise to find a contractor who specializes in kitchen and bathrooms. You don’t want to hire a roofer and framer just because they have ‘contractor’
Many of our Bellingham clients request an instant-hot-water dispenser be included in their kitchen remodel. These neat little additions to the kitchen can deliver 60 cups of near-boiling water every hour and typically feature either
Research! The details of a full kitchen remodel can be broken down into layout, material selection, style and color scheme. Of course there are endless online resources, as well as printed magazines full of ideas.
This Bellingham complete kitchen make-over included custom cabinets, a new tile floor, and quartz countertops. BEFORE AFTER This Bellingham kitchen remodel included custom
A kitchen backsplash works much like jewelry; it can bring a look together and highlight the kitchen. You’ll want a material that matches your pocket book and fits into your cleaning style. Tile backsplashes allow you
Most of us sometimes wish we could just get to that pan easier . . . or hurt our back lifting the big blender out of the cabinet to make those holiday cookies. You don’t
Now that it’s winter, we naturally spend more time indoors; after all, it gets dark here in Bellingham by 4:30! So, how is that going for you? Do you find yourself staring at the walls,
Bellinghamsters are remodeling their kitchens at a fast pace these days. Kitchens, and specifically, kitchen cabinets, are a prime focus. If you have nice, solid wood cabinets that are arranged to your liking, you can
Solid surface countertops are constructed of durable, man-made acrylic to provide years of low maintenance, beauty and service. DuPont Corian and Hi-Macs by LG Hausys are companies providing a hundreds of colors and patterns to
If you are considering remodeling your kitchen, don’t forget to have the floor done! Oftentimes it needs to be done, due to a slight change in the area of floor that the lower cabinets, refrigerator
How are your kitchen cabinets? Are you happy with them? Cabinets are an expensive replacement project, so many put up with their old cabinets far longer than they really want to. Everyone would love to
A Bellingham kitchen that was dated, dark and cluttered became a pleasant, friendly family space after this make-over by our skilled master carpenters. This photo shows the kitchen before remodel. The
Do you love your kitchen cabinets, but are tired of the color? Oak cabinets were popular several decades ago, but today homeowners are more likely to choose a light, painted cabinet finish. If your cabinets
Today is the first day of Fall! Hard to believe . . . except that the trees are turning bright yellow, orange and red; plus the furnace is coming on in the morning now. If
Appropriate lighting sets the tone for your home; too harsh and it feels like a warehouse store – get what you came for and leave; if too soft, it can be just too poorly lit
For some, this will not be hard to determine; but for those sitting on the fence, here are some helpful decision-making steps. Is there enough space for you and your family? Counter space, cabinet space