The Many Faces of Stone

There are very few people who do not love the look of stone in building. Stone speaks of beauty, permanence, and stability. The myriad of colors, sizes, and textures – as well as the history and traditions inherent to stone – can lend a home incredible decorative impact and dramatically reflect the home owner’s personal … Read more

Tile cutting during freezing temperatures

Tile cutting during freezing temperatures The Pacific Northwest has a very mild climate, so most contractors can work year round inside or outside, and not worry about taking any anti-freezing counter measures for their tools. This winter has had a fair share of freezing temperatures, and one of my latest kitchen remodels happen to fall smack … Read more

How much does hardwood flooring cost

Typically, you can expect to pay anywhere from $3 to $15 per square foot for the hardwood and (depending on the complexity and size of the job) another $4 to $9 for professional installation.

VIDEO: Tutorial on Refinishing Cabinets

Refinishing white wash smooth panel red oak cabinet doors There are 5 major steps in each cabinet refinishing job. 1. Striping off existing cabinet finishes 2. Progressively sanding cabinets 3. Conditioning the sanded cabinets 4. Applying your stain of choice 5. Applying your clear coat of choice Refinishing any cabinets is a time consuming and … Read more