Kitchen
Sure, that antique kettle and lace curtain treatment add Victorian nuance, but if you really want to ratchet up the quaint factor in your kitchen, a beadboard backsplash is one of the fastest ways to get there. Plus, it’s so much more affordable than tile, and it’s super easy to install, to boot! So what…
Flooring
Picking the Best Sunroom Flooring for Your Home
Lucky you, you’re adding a sunroom to your home! But before you start thinking that everything is going to be golden from here on out, remember: you still have a little bit of work to do before you can soak up those rays. After all, before you can set up the chaise lounge, you’re going to…
Kitchen
Stand Alone vs. Wall Ovens in Kitchens
Choosing new appliances for your kitchen can be overwhelming. There are just so many choices! As you scroll through endless Pinterest boards and websites, you may fall in love with a special range oven or with a look that includes a wall oven. But what are the differences between stand alone and wall ovens in…
Kitchen
Kitchen Countertops from EnviroGLAS
Using recycled materials in your home doesn’t have to mean compromising on beautiful design. In fact, home products created from recycled materials can bring unique charm and elegance that many newly manufactured products simply can’t offer. What Is EnviroGLAS? EnviroGLAS takes into account the desire of eco-conscious customers who believe in making one person’s trash…
Kitchen
Walnut is a classy wood that’s often used in carving projects, custom woodworking, and of course in high quality cabinets. It’s a dark colored medium-hardness wood that holds up well under standard use. It has deep swirls and interesting grain patterns that many people find absolutely charming and it’s the type of wood that you…
Siding
Is Cypress Siding Right for Your Home?
Cypress makes an ideal siding material because, like redwood and cedar, it naturally resists rot. Even without finishing or protecting it from the elements, it can last for many years. The siding features a warm reddish-amber color and is popular for its natural look. However, sunlight will cause that color to fade over time without…
Kitchen
Mahogany was one of the most sought after types of wood in the mid 1700s and early 1800s and is found in many quality antiques today. It was prized because of its straight wood grain and because very wide mahogany boards can be produced. Mahogany trees can grow to over 150 feet in height…
Siding
Gingerbread Siding and Trim: A Classic Touch for Your Home
When most people think of “gingerbread,” they picture intricately detailed latticework. However, another version of gingerbread siding and trim features wavy-edge siding, also known as gingerbread bevel. This siding is sawn and textured with wavy, non-linear edges, giving homes a cottage-like charm, reminiscent of Hansel and Gretel. Wavy-edge bevel siding lends rustic appeal, warmth, and…
Flooring
A Carpeted Bathroom: Making it Work
Your friends all call you crazy. They say you’ll live to rue your design decisions. But the heart wants what it wants: and what yours wants is carpeting — in your bathroom. Yes, it’s not just some mad decorator’s fever dream: whether you’re tired of walking on a cold floor in the middle of the…