How to Keep Your Bathroom Climate Comfortable with Proper Ventilation
When it comes to remodeling your bathroom, you need to pay careful attention to the ventilation of the space. Investing in the proper ventilation technology will help you diminish odors, keep the climate comfortable, and most importantly, reduce the amount of moisture in the environment. Moisture control is particularly [...]
Monkton kitchen remodel spotlight in our March newsletter
In our March 2019 newsletter, we turned the spotlight on a recent kitchen remodel we completed for clients in Monkton, MD. It's gorgeous. The white perimeter cabinetry topped with Alaska White granite gave this kitchen an expansive, elegant feel.Our clients were thrilled with the outcome, as well as the service [...]
Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
With the arrival of spring, homeowners across Maryland are enjoying longer days and milder weather. Be sure to use that extra daylight to your best advantage by checking your home for any damage that might have occurred over the winter months. This proactive home inspection may help you avoid [...]
Backyard Entertaining Can Be Just That
Remember when you were younger and once it became warm, everyone in the neighborhood wanted to spend time outside? You thought a new back porch would be great for entertaining, having fun, and impressing the neighbors. So, you had it built. It was decent enough and included a grill, [...]
Maryland Home Winterizing: Eight Things To Do Before It Gets Too Cold
We live in Maryland, and as much as we love the summer, it’s time to winterize our homes. Follow these easy steps to make sure you’re minimally ready. 1. Turn off your outdoor hose spigots AND disconnect any hoses from them. Yes, even if you have a frost free one. [...]
Mosaic Tile – A Creative Way to Express Yourself in Your Next Home Remodel
Looking for a way to express yourself with your home remodel? Mosaic tile could be the answer. When you think of mosaic tile, often colorful patterns and interesting designs come to mind. Because they provide an opportunity to think outside the box, backsplashes and accent walls are popular applications. [...]
Bathroom remodeling sinks that can work for you
Here are a few options for bathroom sinks that can work for you. Top-mount sink - Probably the most commonly used of all bathroom sinks, a top-mount, or drop-in sink is designed to sit on top of the counter, as the name suggests. Most of the sink is under the counter, with [...]
Hiring a Home Remodeler – First Steps
Hiring a home remodeler can be an overwhelming process, especially when taking the first steps. The more research you do, the better the chance your project will run smoothly. Call or visit the Maryland Home Improvement Commission (MHIC) website to determine if the contractor is licensed. Ask if the company [...]
Home Improvement Survival – Making Construction Livable
Remodeling is very different from new construction because your existing home becomes the job site. For better or for worse, you get to have a first hand view of everything from start to finish. The novelty of having workers in your home can wear off quickly. With home improvement [...]
Home Improvement Question – Do it Yourself or Hire a Professional?
For your upcoming remodeling project, would you want to do it yourself or hire a professional? This is a question many homeowners ask themselves. Hopefully, this list will help you come to the decision that's best for you. Do you have a specific idea of what you want the [...]