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2 Most Common Ways To Ruin Your Remodel

The most common ways to ruin a remodel can ruin any remodeling project. Whether you are remodeling your kitchen or bathroom does not matter. Knowing the most common ways to ruin a remodel ahead of time might just save your project and your sanity, too.

Kitchen and bathroom remodeling projects should improve your life, increase your home's value, and make your home easier to sell as well. Homeowners do not start planning a remodel knowing it will end up a disaster, a disappointment, or one of their biggest regrets.

Once you know the most common ways to ruin a remodel you can actively avoid them at all costs. Most homeowners are not 100% happy with their remodel and wish that they had done something differently. That is not what ruins a remodel.

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1. YOUR REMODELING PROJECTS SUFFERS FROM LACK OF DUST CONTROL.

Not preparing properly for demolition will ruin your remodel. 

Kitchen and bathroom demo to prep for a remodel will be dusty and the dust can be a mixture of dirt and debris, drywall and sawdust.

"Ask your remodeling contractor exactly what they plan to do to contain dust during and remove dust after the project. What you want the contractor to do is isolate the kitchen renovation area as much as possible and in a way that is best for the health of your home and family.

You can either avoid using central heat or air (if you can help it) or you can block the HVAC returns in the kitchen during the remodel to avoid spreading dust through your ductwork and vents." 

This is from our post, Kitchen Remodeling Tips, Tricks, And Secrets For Newbies. Read the entire post for more on important information about how to prepare for your remodeling project the right way.

Bad prep will leave you with an impossible to clean layer of fine dust on everything. It is especially hard to get out of carpets and rugs.

HOW TO GET YOUR REMODELING DUST UNDER CONTROL.

If you do not take control before the project starts - it’s too late!

Find out how your contractor controls construction dust before the project starts. Dust control or lack of control can make or break your project.

Cover floors with one of the non-adhesive, non-slip, super tough fabrics mage for this purpose. They come on a roll and are made to protect hardwood floors and tile floors.  It is actual fabric. The fabric is absorbent and protects against chemicals, paint, and foot traffic scuffs.  

The best way to go is to move all of your things off-site. If you cannot move your items off-site cover everything with plastic sheeting or shrinkwrap.

Seal the HVAC ducts!

The Zipwall Dust Barrier system helps to contain the dust when there are no traditional barriers - like doors. It seals the area from floor to ceiling and no tape is used.

Some contractors now have air scrubbers that catch particles while they are still airborne. These air cleaning systems can eliminate a lot of the job site dust, but no job site is dust-free.

2. YOU DID CHECK THE CABINETS, TILE, PAINT, AND EVERYTHING IN THE LIGHTING IN YOUR HOME...RIGHT?

Cabinet showroom lighting is probably much different than the lighting you have at home. Selecting colors for your remodel in the showroom without checking them in the real lighting situation can be bad.

In fact, this is one of the most common ways to ruin a remodel. Cabinets, tile, back-splash, and appliances can be a completely different color in different lighting.

What looked like white in the showroom can easily appear grey or yellow at home. Blues and greens especially look different in different lighting. This can be a very costly mistake to make. You either buy new materials or go with what you selected and always feel like your remodeled kitchen or bathroom needs to be remodeled again. Ouch!

HOW TO BE SURE THE MATERIALS YOU SELECT WILL LOOK AS GOOD AT HOME AS IN THE SHOWROOM.

Get color swatches to look at in your lighting conditions. this includes all hours of sunlight and artificial light too. Do not rush to purchase something you have not tested at home. No matter how sure you are that it is perfect - you have to check it in the lighting at home!

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Talk to the home remodeling professionals at Finnteriors when you are considering a remodeling project. Call us now to schedule a free in-home assessment. We will go over each step of the remodeling process with you before we start remodeling your kitchen, bathroom, or your whole house.

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The 4 Most Durable Kitchen Remodel Materials: Floor, Countertop, Faucet, And Cabinets

MARMOLEUM MOST DURABLE FLOORING

Marmoleum is a natural and environmentally friendly kitchen remodel material for your floor. It naturally appeals to those in planning a green kitchen remodel. One of the greenest materials you can install in your kitchen remodel, Marmoleum is made of 97% natural raw materials and about 4 to 3% recycled content.

Marmoleum is not only made from natural materials but also a perfectly sustainable kitchen remodel material. Select this flooring and not only go green but also get one of the flooring materials that is one of the most durable on the market today.

It is the natural antistatic and antimicrobial properties of the flooring material make it so easy to clean. Unlike most floors that attract dust, being antistatic, Marmoleum is and repels dust and dirt. Moreover, the inherent antimicrobial and the bacteriostatic properties of the flooring naturally inhibit the growth of harmful micro-organisms.

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This is a wonderful kitchen remodel material for anyone suffering from dust allergies, asthma, or any other respiratory condition aggravated by indoor dust.

Forbo Flooring Systems is the global leader in the production of Marmoleum.  Each piece is essentially handmade and no two are identical. In fact, very few people in the world have the skills to make the material and the people who can do it work for Forbo Flooring Systems.

Forbo Flooring Systems specializes in high-quality, floor coverings that include Linoleum, Vinyl, Luxury Vinyl Tiles, and Flocked Flooring in addition to Marmoleum.

Marvelous Marmoleum Flooring

  • Durable flooring that repels dust and dirt
  • Naturally antimicrobial 
  • Sustainable
  • Made from 97% natural raw materials and 3-4% recycled material
  • Can be installed over both concrete and wooden subfloors
  • Limited lifetime residential warranty from manufacturer
  • Purchase a minimum of 10% overage to account for cuts
  • Create a custom look with many styles and colors

Forbo Flooring Systems offers Marmoleum in sheets, tiles, and modular pieces. The modular pieces click in place and securely with a glue-free installation. This naturally healthy, water-resistant flooring consists of linoleum mounted onto HDF with a cork backing for a warm, comfortable, quiet flooring solution. Made primarily from renewable resources, and available in amazing colors and patterns.

The colors you select for your kitchen remodel flooring - if you decide to install Marmoleum - will never fade! The flooring is fade-resistant or fade-proof really.

Marmoleum sheets come in an array of interesting colors. The design and color choices are extensive from marbled design to subtle designs that look like hand distressed concrete with delicate color nuances to retro vintage striped patterns.

Make a statement with a custom floor created with Marmoleum Modular tiles. There are over 50 colors and designs in 3 tile sizes. You can combine planks and tiles in endless patterns until you get the floor of your dreams. The tile designs are inspired by nature inspired by the natural patterns in wood, concrete, stone, and marble.

Marmoleum flooring is one of the most durable kitchen remodel materials available. On top of that, if you decide to install it you will undoubtedly have a beautiful, clean, sustainable floor that will never fade.

QUARTZ MOST DURABLE COUNTERTOP MATERIAL

Quartz is by far the most durable kitchen remodel material for your countertops. Unlike marble, one of the worst choices for countertops, quartz does not require sealing – ever. It is scratch and heat resistant and has no problem with acidic foods and cleaners like marble. The color and pattern choices are literally endless with quartz.

BRASS MOST DURABLE FAUCET MATERIAL

Brass is the most durable kitchen remodel material for the inner workings your new faucets. For the exterior a satin finish will resist water spots and fingerprints better than a shiny finish.

SOLID WOOD MOST DURABLE CABINET MATERIAL

Cabinet doors and drawers take a lot of abuse and there are some that will show the ware and tare quickly. Durable cabinets are going to have dovetailed drawers and solid wood construction drawer fronts, and doors. If you install any cabinets made with MDF or medium density fiberboard you need to understand that the “wood” finish on the outside of your cabinets is a thin sticker placed on the outside. It can be a wood veneer, or a shrink-wrapped plastic coating called a “thermofoil.”

Finnteriors can help you remodel your kitchen. 30 years ago, Kevin Finn founded Finnteriors Construction Services. The company has grown and is still proudly locally owned and operated by Kevin Finn, Finnteriors President. Consistent top-quality design, build, and service has made Finnteriors the most referred remodeling company around St. Louis. Contact Finnteriors to talk about your bathroom remodeling ideas today.

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Kitchen Layouts For Your Kitchen Remodeling Plan

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When you are planning a kitchen remodel you need to know the 6 main kitchen layouts. Here is a resource for you. This infographic will help you with the kitchen layout selection process.

Kitchen Layout

 

Work Triangle

Consider the kitchen work triangle when designing your kitchen. The work triangle is the advised relationship used in kitchen design between the cooking, storage and washing; also called prep areas. Ideally, you can move effortlessly in the center of the work triangle while quickly shifting tasks. Here are some of the guidelines of the work triangle system.

  • Sides of the triangle are 4 Ft to 9 Ft long.
  • Triangle must be obstacle-free.
  • Nothing penetrates the triangle for over 12 inches including islands, trashcans, and pet bowls.
  • Major traffic patterns do not cross the triangle.
  • If there is only one sink place it across from the cooking surface, prep area or refrigerator.
  • The total distance of sides of the work triangle is 13 Ft to 26 Ft.

1. One-wall

The One-wall kitchen layout is also referred to as a “Pullman kitchen” and is usually located in studio or loft apartments because it is the best layout for saving space. Cabinets and appliances are arranged on a single wall. Many kitchens also include an island.

2. Galley

Galley kitchens are also called walk-through kitchens. They are ideal for smaller spaces and for one-cook at a time kitchens. The galley has two walls in parallel with a walkway in between. Galleys do not have any costly corners to configure.

3. L-Shaped

L-shaped kitchens have one corner space for deep storage. Two countertops on joining perpendicular walls that form the L-shape and a dining area is easy to add. This design is good for small and medium sized kitchens.  The L-shaped layout is not best for large kitchens and does not easily accommodate multiple cooks.

4. U-Shaped

Also called the horseshoe, the U-shape kitchen layout has three walls for cabinets and appliances. The design is often modified using an island as the third wall. This allows movement around the island and can accommodate multiple cooks well.

5. Island

A fixed island can host sinks, appliances, and cabinetry for storage. all islands whether fixed or movable always add more counter space. Islands with stools are a place to dine. Prep food at an island sink. An island can morph a one-wall kitchen into a galley kitchen or an L-shaped layout into a U-shaped one. If your kitchen does not have enough clearance to maneuver around an island do not add one.

6. G-Shaped

A G-shaped kitchen is also known as a peninsula kitchen.  An island is connected to an L-shaped layout making it a U-shape. U-shaped kitchens form a G-shaped kitchen when a peninsula is added. The peninsula is an island functionally but requires less clearance.

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Benefits of Professional Kitchen Remodeling

benefits of kitchen remodel

Many people consider the kitchen as the most important room in their home. It’s the place where the family gathers to break bread. It’s where visitors congregate to socialize. It’s basically the hub of most home activity. If your kitchen is outdated, with old appliances, scratched or cracked countertops, lackluster cabinets, limited space for cooking and eating–it may be time to consider remodeling.

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