Affordable Kitchen Cabinets

Kitchen cabinets are an important part of any kitchen design. The cabinets lend a trendy look to the kitchen and the right cabinets enhance the overall look. It is worthwhile to spend some time and effort in planning the cabinets in the kitchen. It is observed that many people consult professionals to help them plan the cabinets in the kitchen. It is important that the finish of the cabinet flows smoothly with the theme or color scheme adopted.

Affordable kitchen cabinets are often available at discount home stores and with cabinet retailers such as LKN Cabinets and Remodeling. These cabinets are generally made of photo-simulated wood and thin laminates. Even if real wood is used, it is generally of very poor quality. The drawer construction of these cabinets is very poor and the pieces do not fit in snugly with each other. The drawers do not generally glide in and out very smoothly. It also helps to know if they are on metal extensions or on cheap plastic tracks. The creaking of the hinges is also associated with poor kitchen cabinets that are cheaply available. Continue reading »

How Do I Install Under Cabinet Lighting?

How Do I Install Under Cabinet Lighting?

Have you asked yourself “How do I install under cabinet lighting?” It’s a lot easier than you might think. Just take a trip to a home improvement store and you’ll find a plethora of under cabinet lighting options. Under cabinet lights have come a long way from the hardwired custom built units of a few years ago. Today you can find small compact xenon lights that just tack into place and plug into a wall outlet.

The great thing about the under cabinet lighting kits is you can fit kits to expand the number of lights on a circuit to fit any sized cabinet. All you have to do is add more lights to the string. Since the xenon lights are low voltage you’ll run out of cabinet before you reach the electrical capacity of the wall socket.

Measure out how many lights you need. You want to shoot for about a 2 foot space between lights. Continue reading »

Bathroom remodeling guide

While not every bath can be the statement-making bath made popular in the ornate 1980s, every bath can benefit from the flow of great new ideas entering the market. Even baths that can’t be enlarged are looking and feeling much better these days, thanks to inventive fixtures, attractive personal touches, appealing color schemes, and intelligent design.

Creating a better bath isn’t just an indulgence; it’s a smart idea. One of the best home improvement investments you can make is adding a second full bath to a one-bath house or remodeling an existing bath.

Even if you don’t plan to sell your house soon, a new or remodeled bath can make a huge improvement in your family’s quality of life, day in and day out. A new bath can relieve squabbles over morning congestion, and a remodeled one can add a whole new dimension of comfort.

Even a relatively simple replacement or redecoration project can add valuable safety measures and refresh your spirits. Start thinking now about what would make a real difference to your quality of life.

Personalizing Your Bathroom Design

So you’ve decided to design your bathroom? Aside from painting it your favorite shade of blue, you should know how configure the space as well. Jump into the world of bathroom remodeling, and get tips on how to personalize your bathroom design.

New Construction vs. Remodeling Your Bathroom

How you design a bathroom is intricately tied to and influences by whether you’re starting from scratch with a newly constructed bathroom or remodeling an existing one. Learn more about the differences and how to deal with them.

How to Design a Bathroom on a Budget

When designing a bathroom, sit down and make a list of those things you must have, those things that would be nice to have, and those things you don’t need. Check out more tips on how to design a bathroom on a budget.

Hiring Bathroom Remodeling Professionals

Because hiring labor to remodel a bathroom is probably the most costly part of renovation, it makes sense to learn how to negotiate for prices and explain your expectations. Read this article to get tips on hiring contractors. Continue reading »