Posts Tagged ‘remodeling blog’

Honey, I Shrunk the Bathroom and Kitchen Remodeling Project

Saturday, February 5th, 2011
Small Kitchen Remodeling Project

Small kitchen remodel Small bath remodel

small bath remodel project
small bath remodeling project

Maybe you remember the movie “Honey, I Shrunk the Kids” about a crazy scientist’s miniaturization machine that accidently shrinks his kids (not exactly a cinematic classic – but kind of funny in parts). Well in these times of tight money and low real estate values many homeowner are also finding the need to shrink their bathroom, basement or kitchen remodeling ideas down to a size that fits their budget.

The key to smaller sized renovation projects is about creating cool, well planned spaces in reduced packages. If that sounds easier said than done here’s 5 practical tips to get started on a designer bathroom or designer kitchen on a 2011 budget: Continue reading “Honey, I Shrunk the Bathroom and Kitchen Remodeling Project” »

6 Tips for Choosing Custom Shower Base for Your Next Bathroom Remodeling Project

Saturday, January 15th, 2011
Custom Solid surface corian shower base neo angle design
Custom expanded polystyrene shower base for straight & curved walls
Custom expanded polystyrene shower base for straight & curved walls

Choosing the right custom shower base for a bathroom remodeling project can be tough. The options are many – the right selection for you may not be obvious. Use these 6 tips to guide you through the process:  Continue reading “6 Tips for Choosing Custom Shower Base for Your Next Bathroom Remodeling Project” »

5 1/2 Kitchen Remodeling Design Tips to Improve The Market Value of Your Cleveland & Columbus Ohio Home

Saturday, December 11th, 2010
Kitchen Remodeling Columbus Ohio Contemporary Design
Contemporary Kitchen Design Columbus Ohio
Kitchen remodeling traditional design cleveland ohio
Traditional Kitchen Remodeling Project Cleveland Ohio

Are you’re considering a kitchen remodeling project in your Cleveland or Columbus home but don’t want to overspend and not be able to get your money back if you decide to sell down the road? Your concern is shared by many. How can you create a nice looking, functional kitchen for cooking and entertaining that won’t drain your wallet and will add the most market value to your home? Here’s 5 ½ steps to get you on the right path: Continue reading “5 1/2 Kitchen Remodeling Design Tips to Improve The Market Value of Your Cleveland & Columbus Ohio Home” »

Remodeling Trends 2010 & 2011 – How to get the biggest bang for your buck

Thursday, November 25th, 2010
Basement Remodeling to add cost effective living space
Basement Remodeling Adds Cost Effective Living Space vs. a Room Addition
Steel Entry Door for curb appeal and high cost/value relationship
Steel Entry Doors Add Curb Appeal and Provide a Great Value vs. Cost

Maybe at no time in recent history is it more important than now to spend your money wisely. We’re just pulling out of a recession (at a slower pace than most would like), housing and resale prices are still depressed, and unemployment is coming down (very slowly).

So – if you’re in a home that’s in desperate need of several home improvement projects where should you begin to get the most return for money spent? Is there some type of statistical guide to help you prioritize remodeling projects based on the market value they will add to your home? Fortunately the answer is yes!

Every year the remodeling industry with the assistance of Realtor magazine, the National Association of Realtors, Specpan (an on line market research company) and HomeTech Information Systems (an estimating software developer) team up to complete the Cost to Value Report. Here’s a quick recap of the findings:   Continue reading “Remodeling Trends 2010 & 2011 – How to get the biggest bang for your buck” »

“Save money and shorten the time to remodel with acrylic bath tubs, showers and walls”

Thursday, August 26th, 2010
Acrylic shower wall and tub system
Acrylic shower wall and tub systems

If you’ve got 1, 1 ½ or 2 bathrooms in your house it can be very difficult to remodel.   Going over to a friend or relatives to shower during a lengthy remodeling process can get to be old very quick! Fortunately there is a cost-effective and time effective way to remodel your tub, shower and surrounding walls without a major hassle. Consider using acrylic tub, shower and wall liners which are designed to go over the old materials in your bathroom. Here are some advantages of this system: Continue reading ““Save money and shorten the time to remodel with acrylic bath tubs, showers and walls”” »