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Spotlight On… Kitchen Lighting 101

October 30, 2015

Light is a key element of your kitchen’s design. It lets you move about and complete your tasks with ease. And after all, what good is your kitchen remodel if you can’t see it? When it comes to kitchens, a single light source is not going to cut it. It doesn’t reach corners and you cast a shadow over your workspace.

Spotlight On… Wood Selection for Cabinets

October 21, 2015

Cabinets doors and drawer fronts are a defining feature of a kitchen. How your doors and drawer fronts are made, and from what, determines the strength and lifespan of your kitchen investment. There are many factors to consider when choosing a wood for your kitchen cabinets. Not the least of which is personal affinity; the one you like, that just calls to

The Importance of a Licensed Professional

October 13, 2015

Pro tip: Always confirm that your professional is LICENSED. We’ve seen it quite a few times. A contractor screws up big-time, and we get called in to fix or finish it. Consider this guy for example. Since he’s a customer, we won’t use his real name, so he’ll be Albert for now. Albert hired a company to redo his kitchen

A Kitchen Transformation for Engine 43

September 29, 2015

In recent years there has been a movement in Baltimore city to refurbish our older firehouses. Some of these buildings were truly dilapidated and needed a lot of repair. Since the city had its hands full already, other local groups started looking into what could be done. Our CEO Brett Cohen was invited by MileOne to tour some of these

Kitchen Buzz: Choosing a sink

September 10, 2015

The Huffington Post has news for every occasion, and remodeling your kitchen is no exception. They recently put out a handy guide to the various options available when choosing a kitchen sink. Style, material and fixtures can all be tough questions when it comes to a feature you’ll be using every day. One feature that can be particularly puzzling is the

Kitchen Buzz: Modern and Minimalist

August 22, 2015

You don’t have to be a fan of the modern look to be able to learn a thing or two from a kitchen done well. This classic modern kitchen design borrows some wood and tarnished metal from the industrial style to add warmth and visual texture. This article identifies what it is that makes this kitchen work so well. The

Spotlight on… Kitchen Cabinets

August 18, 2015

Cabinets may be where a third of remodeling budgets usually go, but they are not a place to cut costs. They are hard-working and crucial to the functions of your kitchen. Cheap cabinets should be avoided. Quality and workmanship are worth paying for, or you’ll be paying to replace or repair them later. We interact with our cabinets visually as well

Spotlight On… Man-Made Countertops, Part 2

August 04, 2015

Today we’re following up on our first segment on man-made countertop materials with 4 more that you might not have heard about: Metal, engineered stone, recycled glass and wood! Metal –Stainless steel, Zinc, Copper – Stainless steel is great for Modern, Contemporary and even Craftsman style kitchens due to its smooth and characteristic look. While stainless steel stands up to heat

Kitchen Buzz: Where does your money go?

July 25, 2015

The popular blog Lifehacker is known for its tips, tricks and strategies for all the nagging details of life. Now it has weighed in on how to predict where your kitchen remodeling dollars will end up. Their recent post breaks spending into seven categories and predicts how much of your budget goes to each. Expect your top item to be

Spotlight On… Countertops, Stone

July 22, 2015

Stone – naturally occurring slabs mined out of the earth and cut to fit your kitchen. For those who love the simple beauty of natural materials, stone is often our material of choice. Though stone can seem pretty solid to us, it is still a porous materials and most varieties require sealing and special care. With proper care, these beautiful