In many modern kitchen designs, an island serves not only as the focal point of the room’s design and a natural place to congregate, but it is also an indispensable part of the kitchen’s work-flow, with extra storage, additional counter space and options such as a built-in sink, cooktop or bar-style seating. Before installing a […]
5 Facts to Keep in Mind When Renovating a House
Renovating a home is one part science, one part art. The science portion is relatively easy — you hire people to sketch out your desired changes, commit your ideas to design schematics, and then renovate your home in accordance with the specifications. It’s the art part that’s complicated. While there are hard-and-fast rules your contractors need to follow […]
What You Need to Know Before Replacing Laminate Counters with Granite
All countertops are not created equal, which is why you’ve finally decided to replace your laminate countertops with granite. Over time, laminate countertops can wind up with an array of well-earned scratches, and their color can even fade or become dated. Granite countertops, on the other hand, offer so many short- and long-term advantages that are preferred by most people. Once […]