Countertops 101: A Kitchen’s Perfect Pairing
Countertops make a huge difference in the look, function, and wear of a kitchen. They can also be a great change artist to spruce up an existing home for resale. Find out how you can guide home owners to make smart kitchen choices.
When it comes to finding the right kitchen countertops, home owners need to study up — and you can help. Have your clients ask themselves these questions:
Light Layering: A Primer on Successfully Lighting a Kitchen or Bath
Good-looking and effective lighting can be as simple as 1, 2, 3. Applying three layers of light in any room of the house solves even the toughest of lighting challenges.
1. Ambient/general lighting
Ambient light becomes the foundational level upon which the other layers are built.
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Top Home Improvement Projects to Add Value to Your Home
1. Enhance the Curb Appeal
Consider what visitors see first, then attend to those items first. Curb appeal is one of the primary determining factors for potential buyers. And while not a large factor in appraising home value, appearance is paramount in terms of sale price.
Continue ReadingRemodeling Magazine 2010-2011 Cost vs. Value Report
Remodeling magazine has reported the top remodeling projects for several years. This year exterior remodeling projects take top spots, with the #1 remodeling project for the money being replacement entry doors.
DIY or Not? When to Do It Yourself
Tips from the National Association of the Remodeling Industry
Should you save money by doing the job yourself? Do-it-yourself (DIY) jobs are a popular trend in the home improvement industry; however, before you grab a hammer and start swinging, you should know that this is a trend with a few problems.
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