Monday, November 29, 2010

New Products

Product pros & cons from Builder magazine/website including new innovations such as BainUltra's Vedana shower - which turns the shower into a home spa!

Offering five therapies, the Vedana is designed to turn a shower into a wellness experience. Users can select aromatherapy, chromatherapy, light therapy, sound therapy, and thermotherapy.

It's always fun to see what is out there...as if we don't have enough to choose from!!!

Monday, October 25, 2010

Talk it over!

“The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.” - George Bernard Shaw

One of the keys to a successful remodel is communication. There are so many variables and factors that play into a project and we understand that our clients like to know what is happening and when.

We also encourage our clients to maintain this two-way process by asking questions and giving feedback. The comfort and satisfaction continue to be our #1 priority.

Sunday, September 19, 2010

Denver Basement Finish Expectations

It takes hands to build a house, but only hearts can build a home. ~Author Unknown

Managing expectations is an essential part of the remodeling or basement finishing process here in the Denver Metro area . It's easy to include everything on your wishlist if budget is not a concern, but most of us have to consider the numbers!

We help our clients maintain realistic expectations of what they can achieve within their budgets.

It helps to have a plan, a vision and a wishlist to work towards because we can accomodate for future projects or upgrades when designing & building. (Adding the door/framing out a future bathroom to complete as a separate project)

Sunday, August 1, 2010

Communicating Budgets

Many times during preliminary conversations about renovation projects, homeowners do not want to provide a budget or even a budget range to us. This can be problematic for the homeowner and contractor. (Read more: "Home Renovation Article Library - Tips From the Pros - Home Remodeling and Home Improvement: "Budget or No Budget by Robert Wright)

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

June Maintenance Tips

It's much nicer to CHOOSE to remodel than to remodel/repair something that could have been prevented. The link below shares June tips from a monthly remodeling calendar.
I would call this more of a maintenance calendar than remodeling calendar but regardless, home maintenance is very important in helping avoid costly repairs and projects that you weren't expecting!


Home and Garden June - Remodeling Calendar - Remodel:
  • Clean and seal decks. Ideally, you'll need three consecutive warm, sunny days. On day one, dry out the deck. Apply deck cleaner and scrub the deck on the second day and let it dry 24 hours. On the third day, apply deck sealer.

  • Hire a certified chimney sweep to inspect and clean chimneys. Doing this task now instead of the fall allows plenty of time for repairs before the next heating season. It's also easier to schedule a sweep.

  • Wash the exterior of your house, using ordinary garden hose pressure and a mild detergent. Beware of the pressure washers – they are powerful enough to force water under the siding where it may encourage mildew and rot.

  • Caulk exterior joints around window and doors.

  • Clean lint from the entire clothes dryer vent system, from the dryer to the exterior vent cap.

  • Inspect and repair or repaint all patio and deck furniture.

  • Check operation of attic fans and roof-mounted turbine vents."