Granite is a volcanic rock formed when molten volcanic lava cools. This is one of the hardest rocks known to man and since no two rocks are the same, it creates unique designs when used to make countertops. In your kitchen, these countertops will turn it into an ultra-modern work of art where you and your family can enjoy preparing…
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Do you know the details of the ready to assemble cabinet?
Available in countertop and undercounter versions, RTA cabinets help save money. You can spend double the amount on custom cabinets. Get to know the brands, how they are built, the quality of the wood and the finish, before you buy imported things. Beware of these factors in imported RTA cabinets. • Look for pleasing colors and finishes. • Hand finishing…
Top 5 Things to Consider in Your House Plan
Introduction As a homeowner, it is very important to come up with the best house floor plan to build your dream home. You should consider these five important things and discuss them in detail with the architect while drawing the floor plan. #1 – Evaluate your lifestyle You should write down the physical strengths and weaknesses of your family members.…
Custom kitchen cabinets
Have you been shopping for kitchen cabinets and not satisfied with the selection from big box stores and imported cabinet dealers? Well, maybe you should take a closer look at custom kitchen cabinets as an option for your kitchen remodeling project. Here I will discuss some of the advantages and disadvantages of standard and custom cabinets. Standard kitchen cabinets What…
Home safety for seniors and people who need assistance at home
Introduction The CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) indicate in recent publications that “Each year, millions of older people, 65 years and older, fall.” These falls can often be serious, and there is strong evidence that for older people, those who are recovering, or those with disabilities, each successive fall increases the likelihood of a further fall. In fact,…
Rich and timeless beauty with mosaic art
Mosaic has been used as decorative art for decades. High quality ornate mosaic art can be seen in museums, old buildings and churches with historical patterns. In recent times, mosaics consisted of different materials such as shells, ivory, and colored stones, which were used to create temples, monuments, etc., but over time, mosaic art has been redefined by giving it…
Marketing Your Vacation Rental Home Part Two – Online Marketing
This article, part two in a series, will help vacation rental homeowners learn more about marketing a rental property online. It’s important to understand that people looking for a vacation rental home are often looking for more than they can get with a brand-name hotel. They typically want space, privacy, laundry facilities, and almost always a cheaper rate than staying…
Remodeling Your Kitchen in the French Country Kitchen Design
You don’t have to be in France to achieve French flair in your kitchen. This type of design comes from the south of France in Provence. It offers a simple, practical and elegant style. There are fun and easy ways to transform your area into a beautiful European kitchen. If you want to radically change your entire kitchen, you must…
Farmhouse Style Interior Design
Antique Indian chests lined with iron straps and brass medallions, chic farmhouse interiors update their style simply by using old wooden hope chests turned into functional coffee tables that have the added value of storage. Some are intricately detailed with elephants and horses telling stories from the Spice Route and others are painted with a rustic turquoise patina reminiscent of…
L’Enfant Style Glass Knobs – Antique Designs for Modern Doors
The L’Enfant style glass doorknob is a beautiful way to add elegance and detail to all the doors in your home. The L’Enfant style is characterized by ornate solid brass rosettes with the classic dolphin and cornucopia and the arched top of the transom. This design is loosely based on the Russwin design that became popular during the 1920s in…