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Corian FAQ

Corian for kitchen countertops used to be the “it” thing a few years back, before granite countertops became so popular. There are still a lot of reasons to choose Corian as a material, such as the fact that it can be molded, allowing you to have a seamless sink. As we evaluate different materials for our kitchen, I thought I would share with you some frequently asked questions about Corian for kitchen countertops. What is Corian? Corian is a manufactured material made by the chemical company DuPont. The material itself consists of a natural mineral Aluminum Tri-Hydrate that is the … Continue reading →

Silestone FAQ

In our quest for the perfect, well at least the updated kitchen, we have been examining various materials to use. One of the areas that is giving us the most agony is the kitchen countertops. We currently have laminate in an old 60’s funky yellow pattern. I am hoping for granite, my husband likes the low cost and practicality of laminate, and somewhere in all that is our perfect solution. Here is another material that we have heard so much about lately, Silestone. It has one very interesting feature that I think you’ll applaud. What is Silestone? Silestone is a … Continue reading →

Travertine Tile FAQ

One of things I keep hearing about, mostly from home magazines and home shows is “Travertine Tile.” It seems to be the latest interest being put into homes. I have seen it mentioned as flooring in kitchens and entryways and also as linings for showers and bathroom walls. Contemplating our kitchen update, I am very curious about travertine tile. I decided to do some research and get some questions answered. Here are the results. What is Travertine Tile? Travertine is a type of limestone or Calcium Carbonate. It is a natural stone that is formed when minerals that have dissolved … Continue reading →

Inexpensive Kitchen Makeovers

As you may know, we are exploring our options with a kitchen makeover. We don’t want to spend the time or money for a complete redesign, but we do need an update. If you are in the same situation or you just want a mini update, check out these inexpensive kitchen make over ideas. Remove the doors from upper corner cabinets or the cabinet above the stove to create a new look. Having some open cabinets can add to the feeling of more space and a larger kitchen. If your cabinets are like mine, old and lined with floral stuck-hard … Continue reading →

Laminate Countertops

Ask someone about laminate kitchen countertops and you may get a variety of reactions. At one time, laminate countertops were king, and everyone had to have them. Then Corian and other engineered stones came into vogue, followed by the natural stone, such as granite, of today. Laminate countertops have been pushed back as choice of yesteryear. You can imagine laminate countertops in your parents or grandparents kitchens. But the tide may be turning a little bit for laminate. Home owners are starting to see once again the benefits of laminate, from its relatively low cost to its thousands of style … Continue reading →

Prepping the Family Room

One of my tasks today is to pack up my books from the shelves in the family room. This is because we are going to do some quick updates in the family room in the next couple of weeks. We haven’t abandoned the kitchen by any means. But while we are still reviewing our options, we can take advantage of the time to get some work done elsewhere. The motivation behind going ahead with the family room is the carpet that will be installed in a few weeks. To save money, we are going to pull out the old vinyl … Continue reading →

Adventures in Carpeting

Last week, we decided to head over to a local flooring store to take a look at our options for kitchen flooring. Here is what happened. Remember now that we were looking around at ideas, availability and pricing to help us make some decisions for a kitchen redo. We wanted to see what types of flooring might look nice, hold up in the kitchen and be affordable. At the flooring store, we met a great salesman who was also a closet designer. I mean that he designs rooms as a side business, not that he designs closets. I’ll call him … Continue reading →

Home Week in Review: January 21 – 27

Here’s a quick review of this week’s articles: Redoing the Kitchen Follow along with Mary Ann and her family on their do it yourself kitchen redo adventure. Redoing the Kitchen: Flooring Choices Mary Ann is open to suggestions. Feel free to share your favorite flooring choices or other words of wisdom that those making such choices may find useful. Travertine Tile FAQ Travertine is a popular choice in home improvement materials. Learn more about this option. Decorating for Valentine’s Day Do you decorate for Valentine’s Day? You can go all out or it can be as simple as adding a … Continue reading →

Warning to Kitchen Sink Fashion Victims

Do you know which popular kitchen trends that you should avoid this year? I’m making sure that I do my research before we do any updating to our older kitchen. As my husband keeps pointing out, kitchens can look outdated very quickly if we choose features that are hot for the moment but don’t stand the test of time. I counter with a feeble argument: “But if we like it then why not enjoy it?” There is some truth to both sides of the discussion of course. Still, I am doing my research to see if there are any trends … Continue reading →

Be Wary of Trends in Kitchen Renovation

As you may know from following along in my recent blogs, we are in the process of choosing materials, colors and finishes for a kitchen update. One aspect of this whole journey is a desire to make sure that we choose materials, finishes and accessories that will withstand the test of time, or at least the test of ten years. While we plan on staying in our current home for quite some time, circumstances could always change, leading us to sell our home. If we are caught with something that looks outdated, it could hurt a sale. We also don’t … Continue reading →