Over the course of 20 years, meeting with families who are looking to remodel their kitchen, I would guess nearly two-thirds start the conversation by sharing with me their must-have appliances and finishes. Now, despite what you might think, homeowners in the communities I service like Hershey, Carlisle and York want the high-end brands like […]
Category Archives: Remodeling
Cabinetry, John Petrie Interviews, Remodeling Budget, Remodeling Cost, Saving Money
Follow these 5 tips to choose new cabinets
10
Apr
Apr
I’ve got some very strong opinions when it comes to selecting and purchasing kitchen cabinets, so I’m not sure Gretchen Becker was ready for my passionate responses to her questions. Nonetheless, the article is featured on Angie’s list and if you’re researching cabinetry, it’s a good read. Angie’s List, “Follow these 5 tips to choose […]
John Petrie Interviews, Remodeling
NKBA president discusses 2014 co-location of KBIS and IBS, and Design and Construction Week
17
Jan
Jan
Ashlei Williams of the Plumbing and HVAC trade journal, The Wholesaler, asked for my insights into the combination of KBIS and Design and Construction Week. Here are my primary thoughts. Las Vegas Convention Center, where the 2014 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show and International Builders’ Show will co-locate on February 4-6. key focus is fostering […]
Forbes featured a few comments of mine in their online article that discusses what NOT to do in a kitchen remodel. Read more to see their list of remodeling “dont’s.” Forbes.com, “Thinking Kitchen Remodel? Avoid These 8 Trends”, May, 2013
bathrooms, Inspiration & Ideas, John Petrie Interviews, Planning, Remodeling, Remodeling Budget, Remodeling Cost, Saving Money
Five tips for a masterful bath remodel
06
Jan
Jan
Consumer Reports offered its readers five tips for choosing ways to remodel your bathroom that will increase both your pleasure and return on the investment. Bathrooms have replaced kitchens as the most remodeled room in the home—their smaller footprint and lack of pricey appliances make for a less expensive project. The total project, including materials […]