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Taming The Remodeling Beast: Making It Simpler

When I bought my house, I knew that I would remodel the master bathroom eventually, but I didn't really have any idea where to start. When I finally reached the point where I was frustrated with its current condition, I was overwhelmed by the idea of actually jumping into the remodeling project. I reached out to several contractors in the area to try to understand what my options were, and they taught me so much more than I ever could have expected. I knew I couldn't be the only one intimidated by the process, so I created this site to share ideas and tips to help people like you get started with their own renovations.

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Why Having A New Kitchen Floor Installed Is A Good Idea
You will want to make sure that you are upgrading your home as much as you can, especially the kitchen, in order to make it as enjoyable to live in as possible. Also, certain upgrades can increase the value of your home, which can come in handy should you ever need to sell the place or refinance the existing mortgage. Out of all of the things you can do, you may want to start with replacing your kitchen flooring.

Advantages And Disadvantages Of Log Siding
Log siding is, like its name suggests, siding for your home that is made out of solid wood logs, creating a distinctive and natural aesthetic for your home that other types of materials can't match. Due to the distinct material qualities of wooden logs, siding that is made out of logs carries a unique set of advantages and disadvantages. Understanding what those benefits and drawbacks are can help you figure out if log siding is the right fit for your home's siding needs.

Remodeling You Can Do On A Budget
If your home is a little lack-luster and in need of some updating, there are things you can do to give you a little more bang for your buck. You may not be able to do a complete home remodel on your budget, but there are still things you can do to help bring your house into this decade that won't break the bank and most of these things you can do all by yourself, which can also save you some money.

Bathtub Refinishing 101
Before you rip out that ugly and nasty porcelain bathtub and replaced it with a new fiberglass unit, consider having your porcelain tub reglazed instead. If you are a bath lover, a fiberglass tub just doesn't feel the same as settling down into a real porcelain tub. A porcelain tub will last longer, and the water will stay hotter longer as well. Here is a look at five key components of bathtub refinishing.

Insight To Help You Change Your Bathroom's Appearance By Painting The Cabinets
Remodeling any room in your home does not need to be an expensive project or require a great deal from your budget. There are many upgrades and improvements you can make to your home's rooms to improve and alter their appearance. Here are some tips to help you change up the look of your bathroom by painting the washbasin cabinets. Clean the Surfaces The first step in preparing your bathroom cabinets for painting is to wipe down all the exterior surfaces you plan to paint with a de-greaser cleaning solution.

A Guide To Paint Sheens For Interior Painting
When it comes to home remodels, you can't really go wrong with a simple paint job. Just changing the color of your walls that is going to have a pretty big impact on the style of any room. It will even contrast with other style elements in your room, ultimately making them look newer, or at least different. For instance, your floor can look fresh and new next to a new paint color on your walls.

3 DIY Projects To Consider When Remodeling Your Bathroom
Remodeling the bathroom in your home can make a big impact in the value of your home and how much you enjoy using the bathroom every day. If you're looking for a way to remodel a bathroom without spending a lot of money, it's a good idea to look into DIY projects that you can handle on your own. Making improvements to the bathroom doesn't need to be expensive when you take on smaller projects that are well within your budget, making the following DIY projects great features to prioritize when making changes to the bathroom.

3 Ways To Give Your Home Interior A Mini-Makeover
Whether you're considering putting your house on the market or are just looking for ways to upgrade your home interior for the enjoyment of you and your family, there are many options available that won't break your budget or involve substantial amounts of time. Following are three easy weekend projects designed to enhance your home's interior.  Give Your Bathroom a Mini-Makeover Bathrooms are often the most overlooked room in the house, so yours may be long overdue for a quick makeover.

4 Tips For Extending The Life Of Your Home's Roof
Replacing a roof can be expensive, so most homeowners want their roofs to last for as long as possible. The lifespan of your roof will depend on several factors, such as its current age and what type of roofing material you have. But no matter what type of roof you have, there are several things you can do to increase its lifespan. Use the following tips to help your roof last for as long as possible:

Three Reasons To Add Doors To Your Kitchen
In many homes, the entrance to the kitchen is simply an opening in the wall. Perhaps you have two separate entrances to your kitchen — one leading to the dining room, and another into your family room or a front hallway. If you're considering a remodeling project, you may wish to think about adding doors to the kitchen entrances. Doing so significantly changes the look inside your home, but this addition isn't just about looks.