Choosing a backsplash is not as easy as you would think. There are several decisions to make:
Choosing a backsplash is not as easy as you would think. There are several decisions to make:
Bathroom countertops don't take the beating that kitchen countertops do - no bangs or slides of cast iron skillets, nor is there direct contact with sharp blades. This allows shoppers more freedom in their materials selections.
Designing a kitchen can feel like the proverbial peeling of an onion. You peel away one layer and there's another one there to greet you. In the case of design, it can seem as if each time you make a decision, that decision leads to two more questions...and it continues like that for some time.
Kitchen refacing can be a budget-conscious way to revamp a kitchen without the investment of fully-custom cabinetry. However, cabinet refacing has its limitations, and many top Chicago kitchen remodeling companies don't offer this option at all.
Lighting design is a crucial part of any professional Chicago bathroom remodel, because light quality directly affects how colors and objects appear to the human eye. Think about standard bathroom lighting - typically consisting of a light bar across the vanity and an overhead light.
We are lucky to have such beautifully preserved historic architecture here in Chicagoland. Part of that beauty has to do with architectural styles and techniques that are rarely seen in contemporary home designs. Plaster walls are one example of this. While they are still installed today, plaster walls are less common because they are more expensive and time consuming to install and finish.
When it gets right down to it, marble has been a popular countertop choice for thousands of years. In fact, marble's popularity never falters, although trends have shifted in regards to where it is installed.
In our 30 years of remodeling in the Chicagoland area, we have seen many small kitchen scenarios with limited space for wall cabinets. If you have a small kitchen, odds are you lack cabinet storage. And, where there's a lack of cabinet storage, there's potential for countertop clutter since the countertop becomes the "store-all" space for overflow items.
There are two ways to go about a Chicago kitchen remodel. The first is to hire a full-service design and build firm. The second is to hire an interior designer and then find a general contractor to complete the design. When it comes to consistency, efficiency and cost-effectiveness - hiring a full-service firm is the way to go.
In the big picture, adding radiant heated flooring to your Chicago bathroom remodel is a smart financial decision as long as you select the right materials for the application. A professional installation, using a reputable in-floor heating system vendor is another must.
