A Room Transformation

Most people remodel a room to update it. Commonly, this is done to modernize an aging kitchen or bathroom. At other times an owner may want to open up a room, or to turn an unused space, like a basement, into a living space. However, on occasion, a customer will want...

The Townhouse Project, Demolition Phase One.

I’m always amused by home DIY shows that suggest that the process of demolition is fun and easy. It is neither. It is a systematic process that is both messy and potentially dangerous. I have spent the last week demolishing the interior of the townhouse that I...

A Clean And Organized Garage.

When any remodeling job is in process you can be guaranteed that the space will appear disorganized. However, it is important to remember that there is light at the end of the tunnel. I recently completed an insulation job that involved removing a garage ceiling, as...

A Waterproof Laminate Floor That Looks Like Wood

Everyone loves wood floors.  They add style and warmth to any home.  However, there are times when wood can be the wrong choice.  I recently replaced a wood kitchen floor.  There had been a slow leak in the owner’s kitchen and the floor was badly warped. The...

Finishing Touches

I am in the final stages of reconstructing a house.  If you would have visited the site a few weeks ago you would have thought that the process was one of chaos.  However, that was not the case.  Things often appear messier during that phase of construction due to the...

Sher-Wood Kem Aqua Plus, An Accidental Discovery

I am in the process of staining and finishing interior doors for a customer.  The job involves not only staining the wood but also spraying on two protective top coats. Normally, I would use a lacquer finish, and this is what I asked my Sherwin Williams representative...