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December 3, 2018 by finnteriors

Bathroom Remodel Planning: 9 New Decisions To Make For 2019

Take a look at the current state of the bathrooms in your home. Do they meet the needs of your household? Whether you have added new members to your household or downsized bathroom remodeling can solve your problems. Many bathrooms just look outdated and feel too small and cramped. This is a problem bathroom remodeling easily solves. There are other things to consider when bathroom remodel planning that are not so clear-cut.

If you are planning a bathroom remodel, you want to add the most value to your home, recoup the most you can upon resale, and have the best bathroom possible for your household. The 9 points to consider here are will help you achieve all three. Get ready to make some important decisions that will make or break your remodeling dreams.

August 20, 2018 by finnteriors

5 Benefits of Remodeling Your Bathroom

Remodeling your home can be an overwhelming concept. It can be less stressful if you break the projects up into rooms. You’ll need to determine which rooms need the most remodeling and the benefits derived from the process.

When it comes to remodeling priorities, bathroom projects offer the most return on investment, both financially and functionally. Here are some ways you can benefit from remodeling your bathroom.

1. Increase Your Home Value

You may not even be considering selling your home in the near future, but when you do, bathroom remodels will increase its value. Homebuyers consider remodeled bathrooms a definite plus, so your home will have more appeal and likely sell faster.

Of course, the increased value depends on the upgrades you apply. Don’t expect to get a dollar-for-dollar return on investment. Financial experts say that bathroom remodeling yields about a 62 percent return on investment (in third place, behind attic bedroom and kitchen remodeling).

2. Energy Efficiency

Going green is not only good for the environment—it’s good for your wallet too. Updating your bathroom with energy-efficient features, like toilets, faucets, showers and lighting fixtures, can save you considerably in water and electricity usage. These, and upgrades like environmentally-friendly flooring paing, will also lessen your impact on the environment.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that if only 10% of homes upgraded to more energy-efficient fixtures in their bathrooms, over 70 billion gallons of water and $1.5 Billion worth of energy costs would be saved. Whether you are going green or looking to save some green, updating your bathroom with energy efficient faucets, showerheads or lighting will put you on the right path.

3. Make Your Bathroom More Modern

Is your bathroom stuck in the 50s? Or even the 80s? If so, you can get so much more out of it by remodeling it. The styles and functionality of more modern fixtures, tiles, flooring and lighting will bring your bathroom into the 21st century!

Imagine relaxing in a luxurious Jacuzzi tub while reading or even watching your favorite TV show! Or get the benefits of a shower with multi-directional heads and massage capabilities. You can even enjoy a warm toilet seat when you get up in the middle of a cold winter night. The possibilities are almost endless.

4. More Storage and Space

Have you outgrown your bathroom? Maybe it was just you and your spouse who moved in to the home years ago. Now your family has grown, and your need for additional space has grown with it. You may think you’re limited because of the room size, but by reconfiguring the space, you can open it up.

By remodeling your bathroom, you can also add more storage capability with shelving, cabinets and wall storage. Replace larger fixtures with more streamlined ones to open up the room. These will help organize and de-clutter the room. Store linens, towels, toiletries and more instead of crowding the tops of the vanity and other surfaces.

5. Make it Your Own

Take a look at your current bathroom. Does it meet the needs of your family? Are the fixtures, lighting, flooring and tiles outdated? Can you see yourself luxuriating in a more modern and comfortable atmosphere?

There are so many choices when it comes to upgrading and modernizing your bathroom. From stylish and updated plumbing fixtures, spa-style bathtubs and showers, and beautiful natural stone or tile, you’ll be amazed at the possibilities. Imagine enjoying your newly-remodeled bathroom for hours on end!

Change the color of the paint, resurface your cabinets, install new lights and upgrade the hardware in your space. Change out your shower heads, tubs, faucets, lighting and more. By changing the theme in your bathroom, you can refresh and rejuvenate your space in no time.

There may also be situations when your bathroom needs certain accommodations. Perhaps you have a family member that needs wheelchair accessibility or handicap-equipped showers or toilets. Or you may need a bathtub installed in a shower-only bathroom for kids.

Contact Finnteriors Today to Get the Remodeled Bathroom You Deserve

Why wait any longer to enjoy the possibilities that your remodeled bathroom can offer? Contact Finnteriors Construction to get a free estimate on upgrading your bathroom.

Regardless of your budget, we can create a bathroom you’ll love and enjoy for years to come.

June 12, 2018 by finnteriors

Types of Interior and Exterior Construction Services

If you are a home or business owner, you will likely need a professional contractor to perform some types of interior or exterior repairs, renovations or remodeling services. There are various types of these construction services and all contractors may not perform all of them. We’re listing some of the more typical services here.

Interior Construction Services

Interior construction services can be defined as those within the interior confines of a building. They can include the following.

1. Bathroom Remodels

Bathroom remodels are a popular choice to improve the functionality and aesthetics of a home or business. Upgrading a bathroom with newer fixtures, colors, storage and other features can also be a great way to increase the value of your property as well.

2. Kitchen Remodels

Another great investment choice in your home is to have your kitchen remodeled. This can add more storage, make it more efficient and enjoyable and become the comfortable environment you want for you and your family and guests.

3. Basement Finishing

Why waste a great space by only using it for storage or laundry? Finishing your basement can add additional living space. You can gain additional bedrooms, family room, recreation room and more by getting your basement finished.

4. Interior Painting

A fresh coat of paint can make a huge difference in any room! Tired of the same old “beige” walls? There are so many colors out there to choose from, you can have just about any shade you’re looking for. A reliable professional painter will do the job cleanly and quickly to get your walls and ceilings looking almost new.

Exterior Construction Services

These are those repairs and installations that occur on the outside of your home or business. They can include the following.

1. Decks and Patios

Having a beautiful living area outside is a plus! Adding a deck or patio to your home will allow you to enjoy the outdoors in a relaxed environment. Many different styles and features are available to meet your design needs and desires. Existing decks and patios can be extended to allow for more space to enjoy.

2. Roofs

A leaky or damaged roof can cause a lot of residual problems to a home or business. Contractors will inspect the roof to determine if repairs are sufficient or if an entire roof replacement is necessary.

3. Exterior Painting

If the paint on the outside of a home or business is peeling or faded, the entire building looks shabby. Hiring a professional to repaint it will renew the look and curb appeal.

4. Replacement Windows

Replacing older and inefficient windows in your home or business is an investment that can reap many benefits. Newer windows will be energy efficient and easier to keep clean. They’ll also add a more positive look to the exterior of the building.

Choosing a Construction Services Contractor

If you determine you need a professional for either interior or exterior construction services to your home or commercial building you will need to choose the contractor. Here are a few things to consider.

They should be licensed, bonded and insured to perform the work in your area.
How long have they been in business?
Ask for references.
Check credible review sites.
Make sure they specialize in the work you need done.
Are they a local business? Local contractors tend to be more trusted, especially if they’ve been around for years doing work in the community.

Choose Finnteriors for Your Interior or Exterior Construction Needs

Finnteriors Construction Services has over 30 years of experience in the home remodeling and construction business. We have several local, national, and international accreditations, and are full members of the following prestigious organizations:

Home Builders Association
National Association of Home Builders
Building Owners and Managers Association International
Building Owners and Managers Association of
Louis
Crawford Contractor Connection
International Facility Management Association
Metropolitan Fire Marshals Association
Restoration Industry Association

Finnteriors is insured, licensed and bonded in all areas we service. Contact us today to find out how we can help you with any interior or exterior construction services project!

April 17, 2018 by finnteriors

Adding a Room to Your Home

We posted a blog a few months ago on the Types of Home Additions and briefly described some of them, which included room additions. This blog goes into more detail on the types of room additions and reasons you may want to consider them.

When we refer to a room addition, it could mean any type of new room added into or onto the home interior. Types of room additions can include any of the following or a combination thereof:

Great room
Family room
Dining room
Breakfast nook
Additional bathrooms
Dormers
Laundry rooms
Mud room/utility room
Additional bedrooms
Home office
In-law suites
Playroom
Hobby room
…and more!

5 Great Reasons to Add a Room

There are many good reasons to consider adding a room extension to your home. Your family may have grown since you purchased the home and you need more space. Or your lifestyle has changed—maybe you’d like to entertain more. Or you need to bring an elderly relative in for caretaking.

Adding a room addition has many benefits, some of which are listed below.

1. Give one of your children their own bedroom

It’s fine to put your two sons or daughters in the same room when they are younger. In fact, they may even enjoy the company of their sibling and help them sleep easier. But as they grow into teenagers, they prefer more privacy. Adding a bedroom allows your children more space for their own activities. They can do their homework with less disruption, talk to their friends on the phone, have sleepovers, etc., without their little sis or bro eavesdropping.

2. Offers a special place for hobbies

If you or a family member has a hobby or interest that requires some space, it’s always nice to have a room designated for that activity so that it doesn’t disrupt other areas of the home. For example, if you enjoy making crafts, a room with storage cupboards to hold supplies and tools, a table large enough to make your creations, and proper lighting can be conducive to pursuing your hobby. Unlike when using other areas of the home to create the crafts, like the kitchen or dining room, you won’t need to start and stop because of the disruption to other daily activities.

3. Can be used as a home office

Whether you work outside the home or not, you probably need a place for your laptop, printer and other necessities you use for running a home or business. Even though laptops offer more mobility than the older desktop computers do, carting them from one room to another isn’t always ideal. It’s better to contain your electronics in a room where everything is located in one place. It also allows you some privacy and solitude to make calls or get that presentation done for work the next day.

4. Expand your living space

As your family grows, they take up more space. What used to seem cozy is now just simply crowded. Adding a room or more can go a long way in making it more comfortable. You can add a family room to house the TV, games and such. It will become the central location for family members and friends to congregate and have fun. Or how about a breakfast nook added to the kitchen that allows the whole family to gather for breakfast before school/work? Have you always wanted a separate dining room to accommodate larger groups for holidays or special dinners? All of these and more can be accomplished through a room addition.

5. Avoid the stress and expense of moving

Adding rooms to your existing home is a practical way to expand your living space without having to move to a larger home. If you love your current home, the neighborhood and schools, it’s an alternative to the stressful process of buying and selling. It can also save you money in the short term and possibly add value to your home when you do decide to sell.

Finnteriors Can Build Your Next Room Addition

Finnteriors has over 30 years of experience in the home remodeling and construction business. Contact us today to find out how we can help you get that room addition built!

November 9, 2017 by finnteriors

Planning a Bathroom Remodel

Our last blog offered suggestions for dealing with planning a kitchen remodel project. This post hones in on how to best plan for a bathroom remodel, another project that can definitely disrupt daily life. Here we’ll provide some tips on how to make the process as pain-free as possible.

Why Remodel Your Bathroom?

If you’re not even in the planning stage but are still considering whether you even want to remodel the bathroom, let’s look at a few reasons why you should.

Resale value. It’s true that modern bathrooms can increase a home’s value. If you are thinking of putting your house on the market in the near term, the decision to update may be wise. You need to remodel based on what buyers are looking for and the current design trends that will produce the best return on investment.
If your bathroom doesn’t have enough storage space or is too crowded or confining, you may want to make some changes. Adding a window, more shelves or cabinets or replacing the bathtub with a shower are ways to improve the functionality and make better use of the space.
Updated look. If you just want to update fixtures or cabinets, repaint the walls or replace the tile or floor, the remodel can be less invasive. This won’t require the reconstruction that a total overhaul and expansion will.

Plan the Remodel

This may seem redundant based on the title of this blog, but what we mean here is to actually sit down and outline the remodel itself. If you don’t know the design you have in mind, how can you even go forward with the process?

You can get some inspiration for a design that’s right for you from magazines, websites like Pinterest, designer showrooms, TV shows, etc. Of course, you need to take into consideration the size, measurements and space restrictions of your living space. Other decisions include whether you want more storage space, shower versus tub, types of fixtures and colors.

Part of your design should be based on how the bathroom will be used. Is it a half-bath or powder room? A kids’ bathroom? Guest bathroom? Master bath? Are there any special needs of the people using the bathroom; i.e., should it be handicapped-accessible? How much storage will be needed? Answers to these and other functionality-related questions will determine the design and layout requirements of the bathroom.

Set a Budget

This is an important step in remodeling because if you don’t set the maximum amount you can afford, you will very likely exceed it. So many “little” things can arise during remodeling that you need to prepare for them financially. Based on the extent of your remodel, some items you’ll want to include in your budget include:

Plumbing
Electricity
Cabinets/countertops/vanities
Sinks and faucets
Paint, trim and detailing
Flooring
Plumbing fixtures
Lighting
Storage
Decoration and accessories

Plan on Being without a Bathroom

If your home only has one full bathroom the process to remodel it can be an extreme inconvenience in your daily life. You’ll definitely need to decide how you will deal with that. Whether you plan to stay elsewhere, use the neighbor’s facilities or another alternative, you’ll definitely need to plan around that situation.

If you’re fortunate to have another functional bathroom, the inconvenience during the bathroom remodel is much less significant. But you’ll still need to make some adjustments, especially if there is more than one person in the home. You’ll need to better coordinate schedules for showers, brushing teeth and other necessities normally divided up among multiple bathrooms.

Hire Finnteriors as Your Expert Bathroom Remodeler

Because remodeling a bathroom is not an easy task, you should strongly consider hiring a professional remodeling company like Finnteriors.

We offer design guidance and work within your specified budget and requirements. We have been in business since 1990 as a family owned and operated construction and remodeling company. You will receive professional remodeling services at a great price.