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Remodeling a kitchen requires a lot of effort (and cash too). Therefore, making sure that it gets done the first time is going to be really important for you. The last thing you want is someone cleaning up a mess because your kitchen wasn't remodeled properly. Here are some of the common mistakes homeowners make that you should try to avoid. 1. Underestimating Your Budget Don’t be surprised when...
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From outdated tile in your bathroom to mold growth or just an overall unappealing style, everyone has a breaking point when they realize they are in a desperate need of a new bathroom. But once you hit that breaking point, what are you really gaining from upgrading your bathroom? People are always hesitant when it comes to spending their money, so understanding what you are getting is a huge bonus...
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Completely updating your kitchen is a tall task that often comes along with some hesitation from a homeowner. For all the reasons you don't think you should remodel, we wanted to put together some of the main reasons you should remodel your kitchen. Remodel to Sell Your Home: If you have an extremely run down kitchen, it can certainly be more difficult to sell your home. You want homeowners ...
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A recent survey by the popular website HOUZZ.com reveals some changing styles and trends for today’s kitchens.  If you are not familiar with HOUZZ.com, it’s a must for anyone planning a home remodeling project.  Be sure to visit the site and create your own idea book, a great way to engage with your designer or contractor for your upcoming project.  Here’s a look at some of the trends. Open Conce...
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I was lucky enough to attend the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), which was held last month in Orlando, FL.  This is the world’s largest trade event for the kitchen and bath industry and has been for the past 50 years. Between 80,000 and 100,000 people attended the show in January.  Over 500 leading brands and thousands of products were highlighted this year!  There were interactive exhibits...
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Budget There are two main areas to focus on when it comes to a budget.  If you are hiring a contractor or design-build firm directly, be sure to be open and honest about budget starting with the first phone call.  The budget shouldn’t be a closely guarded secret. Ideally, the budget should be included in every conversation.  This will ensure all parties are on the same page and save a lot of time...
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In this article, I will describe some of the various steps a client may experience in working with a Design-Build firm for a typical remodeling project. After the initial meeting and a measure of the project space, I render a scaled floor plan of the existing space and then the proposed space, showing the position of major elements and the proposed changes. [caption id="attachment_3077" alig...
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Bathroom Lighting

Lighting is important throughout the home, but one of the most important spaces to light properly is the bathroom. Unfortunately, bathroom lighting is often pushed to the side in the remodeling process in favor of more "fun" decisions like countertop selections and tile layouts. With bathrooms becoming more spa-like and less utilitarian, proper lighting is essential to making the most of the space...
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Beautiful Mudroom

This Laundry and Mudroom renovation project was recently completed for a client in Medfield, MA. Our client from Overfield Estates was anxious to update her existing laundry and back-hall to get a fresh look and improved traffic flow throughout the space. The back-hall had closets that made the traffic flow a bit cramped and the laundry room (next to the back hall) was also inefficient, with free-...
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I’ve been in sales for 35 years, and I’ve owned Masters Touch for over 20 years.  When I need a service provided at my home, a mechanic, or if I’m looking to purchase a new lawnmower, I don’t want to get multiple prices. Instead, I ask friends and family what company they recommend.  Nothing beats a personal referral. Rather than worry about price, instead, focus on service and quality and you’ll ...
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