Archives for March 2014

Bathroom Workbook: How Much Does a Bathroom Remodel Cost?

Screen Shot 2014-03-10 at 7.29.37 AMLearn what features to expect for $3,000 to $100,000-plus, to help you plan your bathroom remodel

If you’re planning to remodel your bathroom, you want to update the look, increase resale value, add functionality, amenities and storage or a combination of all or some of these. Simple enough.

But the scope of the project depends on a variety factors — most of all budget, but also how long you’ve been in the house and how long you plan to stay there. As with most things, there are three levels of bathroom remodeling: good, better and best, says Leslie Molloy, a design consultant at Normandy Remodeling. In this new series, we’ll take you through the planning and execution process for remodeling your main bathroom.

Of course, the costs below are all relative and will depend on a variety of factors, including where you live, how old your home is and what kind of renovations have already been done. Remodeling a bathroom from the 1990s is a lot different than overhauling one built in the 1920s with mud-set floors and galvanized plumbing. “Older houses likely have had a series of previous remodels that we usually have to peel back the layers and see what’s there,” says Brad Little, president of Case Remodeling in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Kitchen ideas, bathroom ideas, and more ∨Before you throw your next party, browse a wide selection of bar ware, bar glassware and serving platters.
From wallcovering to a stencil, fabric to room dividers, design doesn’t stop at construction.

How to Give Your Driveway and Front Walk More Curb Appeal

Screen Shot 2014-03-10 at 7.25.54 AMPrevent injuries and tire damage while making a great first impression by replacing or repairing front paths

They’re the first thing visitors see when approaching your home (even before they get to the front door), which makes the driveway and front walk the keys to maximizing curb appeal. Here we’ll give you all the details on updating your front walk and driveway, from material choices to costs.

Kitchen ideas, bathroom ideas, and more ∨Consider a versatile murphy bed when looking for a guest bed, find home office chairs, and work with a contractor in your area to create a fun yet functional home office.
Browse top designers interior portfolios, from high-quality bakeware and decorative plates to ideas for remodeling bath and kitchen.

Make A Big Splash: Custom Glass Back Splashes

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Kitchen back splashes are typically not the focal point of the room. But these made-to-order custom glass back splashes will steal the show in the heart of any home.
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The British company Glass Splashbacks makes stunning back splashes featuring whatever color, shape or picture you desire. You also choose the thickness of the glass. The colors or pictures are printed directly onto the glass, giving the back splashes a vivid and bright appearance.

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The glass used to create these bespoke works of art is toughened to make it able to withstand kitchen temperatures up to 220 degrees C (428 F), so there’s no worrying that the meal you’re cooking is going to crack the custom work of art.

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Although they are undeniably beautiful, the products from Glass Splashbacks strike us as just a bit impractical. Unless you are accustomed to giving everything a thorough scrubbing after every meal you cook (and we aren’t), grease and other normal kitchen debris would accumulate quickly.

Read more: http://dornob.com/leave-your-mark-in-the-kitchen-custom-glass-back-splashes/#ixzz2v0dQuhpA

How to Unclog a Toilet Like a Plumber [video]

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How to unclog a toilet based on advice from an actual plumber. Check out the super secret plumber trick that will knock out almost any clog.

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A Study In Patterns: Mixed Prints Home Interiors

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Overuse of patterns in a single room can give the space a chaotic feel, but somehow, despite layer upon layer of mismatched prints, this apartment interior is peaceful and harmonious. Maybe that’s because developing beautiful prints is a full-time job for Marcel Wanders, a Dutch designer best known for his striking wallpaper patterns. This private home in Amsterdam is a virtual showroom of Wanders’ talents, with patterns integrated in ways both bold and subtle.

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Hexagonal ceiling tiles in monochromatic white reflect a similar, more high-contrast design on the floor. Sculptures and chair backs bear lace-like scrolls, leaves and flowers, while the sofas are anchored by high-impact wallpaper layered with at least three different designs in one.

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The overall mix balances intricate nature-based designs and graphic geometric shapes. This delicate balance continues into the bedroom and bathroom, where a large floral print adorns a mosaic wall just across from a textured wall in glossy black.

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Careful use of color is definitely the key here. If all of these prints were multi-colored, the effect would be dramatically different. Strong lines and subtle one-color patterns draw the eye to the more colorful and complex while periodic pattern-free areas give the eye somewhere to rest.

Read more: http://dornob.com/pattern-study-home-interiors-brimming-with-mixed-prints/#ixzz2uvXtQr3e

The Ultimate Home Seller’s Checklist

Are you planning to put your home on the market sometime soon? When putting your home up for sale there are several things you need to keep in mind in order to get your home sold quickly and at the highest price possible. Here is the ultimate seller’s checklist to help you get the best results.

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Practical New Uses for 23 Old Things

Screen Shot 2014-02-28 at 7.42.07 AMJunk? What junk? Those things cluttering up your storage space are home solutions waiting to happen

In the market for a new bookshelf? If you have an old ladder lying around, you might not need to hit the store. In fact, there are countless ways you can turn old objects into amazingly practical solutions for storing, displaying and organizing your stuff. Here are some of my favorites.

Architects, interior designers, and more ∨From Shabby Chic home decor to contemporary furniture and mirrors, browse thousands of decorating ideas to inspire your next home project.
As you revamp your house, browse photos for inspiration on everything from fireplace mantels to crown molding and wainscoting.

A Guide to 1031 Exchanges

In a 1031 Exchange, money from the sale of an investment property can be put towards another “like-kind” property. This means that an investor can exchange a commercial property for another, or a residential rental property for a commercial property. But, be careful! This deal is time-sensitive. You only have forty-five days to identify possible replacement properties, and one hundred and eighty days to close escrow on the actual replacement property. (The IRS is very strict about this timeline.)

And unfortunately, your own personal residence or vacation home cannot be used in the 1031. These properties are not considered to be of “like kind” to any real estate held for investment or business purposes (even if you conducted business from inside your home).

Check out the detailed guide below to sell as smartly as possible! Your heirs just might thank you.

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10 Questions To Ask A Moving Company

This infographic titled ’10 Questions To Ask A Moving Company’ shows the questions which help tochoose the best moving company keeping in mind their moving needs. It covers all the important features that should be evaluated before making the final decision of renting a storage unit.

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