Matching Floor Stains

Many modern homes feature a continuous wood floor thorough an entire level. This design yields a beautiful look, but it can be a problem during a remodel. In a kitchen redesign islands and counters are often reconfigured to a more economic placement. This leaves...

Your Dream Kitchen, Now

A kitchen remodel is one of those home improvements that adds value to your house, and it is important to pick the right contractor. When shopping for one look for value, not price, as a kitchen remodel will be with you for many years. The kitchen is the most used...

Using A Press Tool-A faster way to connect pipes

A common task in home remodeling is the re-routing of water pipes. The traditional way to connect pipes is to use solder. This method works, but it can be time consuming and poses problems if there is any moisture present. A faster method is to use a Press Tool. I...

Installing Wainscoting The Right Way

My Moto is that if I need to do something, it should be done correctly. I’m finding that many in the trades want to do a job as easily as possible, and ignore the detail that separates a well done job from a poorly done one. See the photos below for more...

Refinishing Part Of A Floor

Many homes now have wood floors, which can present as a problem when remodeling a room like a kitchen as the footprint of cabinets and appliances often change. This reveals surfaces that were not originally finished. The best solution is to refinish the entire...