Is your kitchen ready for a makeover? Tips to help you choose to either refinish, reface or replace your cabinets.

Homeowners have many options when it comes to updating their kitchen and bathroom cabinets. Our design experts examine the condition of the cabinets and make recommendations that best meets the homeowner’s style, budget and time constraints.

Cabinet refinishing

is the process of painting or staining existing cabinets. It’s the simpler, cheaper and far less intrusive solution. This is a good option if your cabinets are well-made and in good condition. If you like the cabinet doors you have and just want to change the color.  Going from stained wood to a darker stained wood or to a solid color, this could be the way to go.

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Many people have experienced the same disappointment when dealing with old bathrooms where a giant tub takes up too much space but is seldom used. Design trends show that demand has increased for walk-in showers in recent years. The younger generation simply prefer showers and older homeowners don’t want a tub to step into or out of.

MOVE OVER, JACUZZIS!

The trend for home renovators is the tub-to-shower conversion. Today’s homeowners are increasingly choosing luxury walk-in showers for both style and convenience. The American Institute of Architects says that the tub-less bathroom is growing in popularity. Its annual Home Design Trends Survey found that more than 60% of homeowners preferred a stall shower without a tub. Conventional wisdom is changing as more homeowners want to live in their current home as they get older. Remodeling from a tub to a shower allows homeowners to use the existing space to create a design that fits their life. [Read more…]

Remodeling Selling a home is an exciting yet emotional time in a person’s life. As a local Coldwell Banker Vanguard REALTOR working with all types of buyers, I see and understand what sells. Did you know that if your home is over 5 years old, buyers may consider it to be “old”? According to an article written by Samuel Weigley for 24/7 Wall St., 40% of buyers are willing to pay more for a newer home. Those willing to pay more for a newer home are willing to pay an extra $5,020.00 in the purchase price.

“With years of real estate experience I see the power the Seller gains when they take the time to update their home. Utilize your REALTOR’s experience and knowledge. It’s one of the BEST things you can do!”

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