Get the Kitchen You Want for Less

May 29th, 2017 Categories: Random Thoughts

1. White Kitchens

White kitchens are classic and clean looking (at least in pictures). And if Pinterest is an accurate gauge, white kitchens, white cabinets, white marble counters, and white subway tile backsplashes are swooned over as much as white wedding dresses. But, there’s no need to redo the whole kitchen. Read the rest of this entry »

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What Home Improvements Are Tax Deductible?

March 29th, 2017 Categories: Random Thoughts

It’s no secret that finishing your basement will increase your home’s value. What you may not know is the money you spend on this type of so-called capital improvement could also help lower your tax bill when you sell your house. Read the rest of this entry »

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5 Ways to Get Green Kitchen Cabinets

April 19th, 2016 Categories: Random Thoughts

Getting on the green bandwagon doesn’t have to be complex. And some options for green kitchen cabinets even make economical sense, considering that some experts peg cabinets at—yeesh!—up to 60% of the cost of a kitchen remodel. Read the rest of this entry »

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Refacing Your Kitchen Cabinets: The Options and Costs

November 2nd, 2015 Categories: Random Thoughts

Refacing your kitchen cabinets includes covering the exposed frames with a thin veneer of real wood or plastic laminate. Doors and drawer fronts are replaced to match or complement the new veneer. New hinges, knobs, pulls, and molding complete the transformation. Read the rest of this entry »

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5 Classy Kitchen Cabinet Updates for Under $100

August 24th, 2015 Categories: Random Thoughts

1.  Handsome Hardware

Knobs and pulls are kitchen jewelry that can dress cabinets up. Note that cabinet hardwarecan get very fancy and expensive — costing $30 and up for a single ornate knob. But you’ll get a huge bang for a few bucks by buying 10-packs of simple, contemporary hardware at big box stores for less than $20 (that’s $2 a knob!). Read the rest of this entry »

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How to Choose Stock Cabinets for Your Kitchen

February 24th, 2015 Categories: Random Thoughts

Buying stock cabinets for your kitchen remodel can definitely save you money. Here are some tips to help you make the right buying decision.

Buying stock cabinets instead of custom is a good way to save substantial time and money on a kitchen remodel.

Stock cabinets save you time because you don’t have to wait for them to be built. And they save you money because you aren’t paying for customizations. Read the rest of this entry »

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