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This post is intended to provides some clarity regarding the differences between drywall and plaster. Following are some definitions and comparisons between the two options. Drywall Drywall, also commonly called wallboard, plaster board or sheetrock (sheetrock is a brand name) was developed … Continue reading

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Basements in older homes were, for the most part, designed as utility areas rather than for use as finished space when the homes were built. Because of this, there are a lot of obstacles when creating a desirable living space … Continue reading

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In exploring ways to build more environmentally friendly cabinets I’ve identified a number of factors that should be considered. Below I’ve listed the main elements that contribute to the environmental impact of cabinetry. Transportation With most big name cabinet suppliers … Continue reading

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There is a tendency to try and keep our competitors in the dark so that we can maintain our competitive advantage. Following are the reasons why I think this is the wrong approach: Competing against uneducated competition When people have … Continue reading

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Over the years I’ve found that there are five primary design elements or impulses that people tend to express and gravitate towards. Identifying the design elements that you are most drawn to helps to inform your design ideas and goals. … Continue reading

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Whenever I remodel a home I try to make sure that anything usable that’s being taken out gets to someone who can use it. On many remodels the fixtures, appliances, cabinetry etc. are being replaced because they’re outdated more than … Continue reading

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Often the difference between a tile job that looks great and a job that looks sloppy is the layout. Too often tile setters just start in a corner with a full tile and work out from there. While this approach … Continue reading

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Sustainability is a concept that has now been around long enough that technology implementation is a bigger hurdle than technology development. I know that sustainable technologies will continue to improve and multiply but by utilizing current technology intelligently we have … Continue reading

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The best remodel projects are planned well in advance of the actual project start date. It’s important that you start the planning process early enough that you have time to come to informed decisions. Also schedule is not the factor … Continue reading

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First a few definitions: Hardwood Flooring commonly refers to ¾ inch thick, tongue and groove solid wood planks. Most hard wood floors are installed by nailing through the tongue side of the planks into the sub floor. The nail is … Continue reading

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