07
May
2025
Genie makes a good garage door opener.
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30
Apr
2025
Hardwood mouldings and trim: Bakken Moulding Sahuaro Spelman JP Weaver
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23
Apr
2025
Best options for insulation are: R38 in the ceiling. R13 in walls. R19 in the crawl-space.
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17
Apr
2025
Happy Easter! The genius and pleasure of tablescapes is that they don’t have to be elaborate or expensive. Since they are often holiday or event oriented, the pieces are used only once or twice a year for a short period. You don’t tire of them like the pink tile in...
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16
Apr
2025
For safety, use: Hard-wired smoke alarms with battery back up. Grounded outlets near water ie kitchen, bath and exterior. Anti-scald valves (pressure balance). Tempered glass for windows near stairs, doors and in baths. Handrails on all stairs.
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09
Apr
2025
Ceiling fans (Casablanca, Hunter) like air registers and garage doors (Lodi and Bullfrog) may not need to be the focal point. What is your focal point-art, the view? Keep this in mind and colorize accordingly with these items.
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26
Mar
2025
Neutral background stone with alternating dark and medium dots create a classic pattern.
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19
Mar
2025
A guide for a dining room chandelier is to hang it 60-66" from the floor. Bathroom sconces are typically 66" from the finished floor. If you have a console table in your design, add the outlet 28" high from the finished floor to eliminate cords showing. Light switches placed 1-1/2"...
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05
Mar
2025
Use custom color accents with terracotta tiles.
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04
Mar
2025
This topic is included as more than once I have been on site and the HVAC installers show up and start asking questions about the layout. If the documents say changes must be approved then their suggestions for how the system would function better need to go back to the...
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27
Feb
2025
Select wood, natural stone, porcelain tile or other tiles or carpet for interest and visual continuity. Again, look at local and online sources to brainstorm. The base material can be a more simple pattern if the spaces have area rugs. Patterned floors? Simple and smaller rugs. Cozy, small bedrooms are...
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25
Feb
2025
Develop a book of fireplaces you like. Yes, Pinterest has pictures but I have more in my own book and I can spread the coordinating photos out for every fireplace needed along with the other materials to be used in the area. After establishing the look you are after, start...
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20
Feb
2025
You have to determine the options in your area. There are many small cabinet makers in small and largely populated areas, but do you want their look? Companies like Poggenpohl, Eggersmann and Downsview have varied looks, good reputations and many options for both the exterior finishes and cabinet style and...
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18
Feb
2025
Kitchens are complicated compared to every other residential space. You may begin with a remodel space or a new build. Determine the visual concept and functionality. You can measure from an existing kitchen to get some idea of pantry storage, appliance storage, dishes, towels, pots and pans, utensils, spices, file...
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