"How much will it cost me?" is a question that goes through many homeowners’ minds when they get the bug to remodel. While it is impossible to put an exact price on a remodel (without knowing all of the details), it is good to know the average of other people’s remodels.

Glazing is a word that comes up frequently when you start researching cabinets, but it tends to be a mystery to many new cabinet shoppers. What is glaze? What does the glazing process consist of? What options do I have with glazing? These are all common questions that come up, but no worries – we have answers to all of them.

Are you interested in opening up a whole new world when it comes to your cabinetry? Custom painted cabinetry is a great option to consider.

When we say painted cabinets, your mind might travel to that nightmare project your neighbor attempted last summer, but painted cabinets can be much more than a DIY adventure. Standard cabinet finishes just aren’t enough to cut it for everyone – but that’s all many kitchen and bath dealers offer to their clients.

If you had a choice between buying a product to help your local community, or buying one that would send money overseas, which would you choose? If prices were comparable, we venture to guess many people would choose the local option.

When looked at as a whole, a kitchen remodel can seem quite overwhelming – but, as with any other large project, it pays to break it apart into smaller chunks.

Two heads are better than one in many cases; but two butting heads will cause headaches. When it comes to remodeling, it can be tough to make your own choices, let alone taking into account those wishes of your significant other. What if you both want different things?

Typical complaints designers hear when someone starts their remodeling project is that the cabinets are dated, countertop space is limited, and even appliances needing an update.   All of those being great reason for a remodel, it’s also important to think about your hardware options. Very seldom do we hear, “the hardware has got to go.” The truth is, if you’re looking for an updated appearance at a fraction of the cost, new hardware is worth looking into.

Home remodeling is one of the best investments you can make, but depending on the scope of your project, there can be quite a bit involved. In part 1 of this post, we went over things you can do to get started on your remodel, and who will be involved in your project (aside from you and any other decision maker in your household).

It’s not always the perfect time to take on a huge renovation that drains cash stores and wares on your nerves. Sometimes it’s just better to make small updates in your kitchen that will allow you to feel like you have a new space, without the task of actually managing a huge remodel. When it comes down to it, smaller updates can truly save you money and still give you a return on the investment you do make.