Transitional Style Interiors – Sophisticated Mogul
Transitional interiors have the best of both worlds – traditional and contemporary. Staying within the familiar realm of tradition, but making it joyous with fresh new ideas. Traditional architecture and designs have a beautiful appeal and, when renewed, stand out as even more classic. A renovated historic home carries its character, but contemporary furnishings add […]
Uses for Cabinet Knobs
Importance of cabinets in the urban home Cabinets are very important in the home. Those who are passionate about home decor go to great lengths to install the right cabinet designs and styles. They are useful in every room and therefore need to be chosen carefully, in sync with the rest of the furniture. Kitchen […]
Formica countertop vs granite countertop
Can I compare a Formica countertop to a granite countertop? These are the questions I am always asked. Well, can you compare wood to stone? No, You can not! The same goes for countertops. A Formica countertop is made of chipboard as the core of the countertop and laminated with Formica on the surface of […]
Design your kitchen remodel on a budget
Planning a remodel always starts with good intentions: “Let’s update the cracked and chipped linoleum floor in the kitchen,” you say. But then while you’re at it, you think that maybe the walls might need a new coat of paint. Then you realize that the cabinets don’t match the paint color … and the backsplash […]
Latest trend in kitchen backsplashes
The installation of a tile wall in a kitchen is here! It’s 2019 and that means it’s time to talk about this year’s design trends. There are so many great trends that I hope to use in my designs, but the one that interests me the most is the tile wall in a kitchen. That’s […]
Have fun using various hardware on kitchen cabinets and add interest
Shaker cabinets are super flex type doors that can be modern, traditional, old world, or a variety of other styles depending on what they are paired with in terms of design. Depending on the tile, lights, and hardware, one can easily add interest and change the entire feel of a room. Think of kitchen utensils […]
The blue and white kitchen – still popular as ever in 2015
Sometime last year in 2016, the blue and white kitchen trend took off. Decorators across the United States ensure vibrating gray, blue and white cabinets with simple accents, white or stainless steel appliances, clean lines, and a light and airy feel. Since then, the trend has not slowed down. Homeowners love a blue-and-white kitchen in […]
Why Granite Kitchen Countertops?
Many Americans have found that granite kitchen countertops are the ideal surface option for kitchen counters and islands. If you are like many Americans, you probably plan to remodel your kitchen in the near future, including replacing worn and outdated kitchen countertops. In previous years, you were limited to painted, vinyl-coated, or synthetic options that […]
A Sample of Fake Finishing Techniques
While Grandma’s quilts showed a taste of her pretty scraps of fabric and her skill with many different fancy needle stitches, imagine what you could have done with a frosting pot and a sponge. That’s how it is. As artistic and skilled as grandma I would probably also be at home with fake finish paints. […]
Cabinet Repair Cost Compared To New Replacement Cabinets
Cabinet lining can be done in both residential and commercial settings. All cabinets can be clad (wood, laminate, thermofoil, even MDF). Worn and dated cabinets can easily be transformed into rich cherry, maple, walnut, walnut, and alder cabinets in a variety of door styles and finishes including paint, enamels, and distressed finishes. Cabinet siding will […]