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10 Kitchen Upgrades Worth the Investment
New Floors
Buyers prefer when the flooring feels seamless or has smooth transitions from one room to another.
Fresh Coat of Paint
New paint makes the home feel move-in ready.
Kitchen Cabinets
Replace the fronts or paint them to make it look more expensive. If you plan on doing other expensive upgrades, you might consider replacing the cabinets.
Cabinet Hardware
Consider changing out the hardware to soft-close.
Appliances
Replacing your appliances. They should match in finish, as well as brand when possible. Stainless steel remains the favorite!
Faucet
An inexpensive and budget-friendly way to update your kitchen. Modern faucets now have high-tech features, like touch-free activation.
Lighting
A thoughtful lighting plan can transform your space, emphasizing its features and making it more inviting.
Kitchen Island
Provides extra space to prepare food, serves as a gathering space, and gives you more storage.
Countertops
If you have laminate tops, it is a good idea to upgrade, but if they are in good shape, you can make it look high-end by adding your flair.
Backsplash
If you have one that is outdated, it is worth replacing it. If you do not have one, it’s definitely worth installing one.
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5 Tips Bathroom Tile
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5 TIPS
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Choosing the right tile combination can be discouraging with all the ideas out there. These five tips will guide you, making you feel confident in your selections and the vision you have in mind.
- Pick a tile that you love and must have in your design.
- Choose no more than three different tiles. Keep in mind you can use them in different sizes too, adding character.
- Stick to a color palette that suits your space. Two to three colors are a good rule of thumb.
- Keep in mind the shape, size and pattern of the tiles and how they will fit into your design/layout.
- Pick a tile that is durable, water-resistant and easy to maintain.
How to Select the Best Countertops for Your Kitchen
The most exciting part of your kitchen remodel might be your countertops. Selecting the perfect material can truly pull the entire project together. Below lists some of the countertop materials to choose from. What makes it the best is determined by your taste, budget and lifestyle!
QUARTZ: known for appearance and durability
Durable, lower maintenance alternative to granite, no sealing needed, resistant to scratches, cracks, moderate heat, higher in price, more style versatility and attractive to homeowners.
GRANITE: popular choice
This could be the last countertop you ever buy. Resistant against scratching, chipping, heat, stains, resealing required, unique patterns/colors, higher in price, popular among homeowners.
LAMINATE: affordable and versatile
Shorter lifespan than stone, can be sensitive to scratches, not resistant to heat, budget friendly, various style options, low maintenance and budget friendly!
MARBLE: elegant
Susceptible to scratching, moderate heat resistance, unique, requires regular maintenance/sealing, expensive.
WOOD: warm and natural
More durable than you think, moderate heat resistant, damaged areas can be sanded, unique, requires maintenance, and can be higher in price depending on quality of wood.
SOAPSTONE: durable and heat resistant
Alternative to granite or quartz. Nearly stain and heat resistant, no sealing required, needs oiling, scratches easily, limited colors.
TERRAZZO: unique and you can customize
Competitor to quartz or marble. Stain/scratch/heat resistant, low maintenance, durable, can last decades with proper care, difficult to repair.
STAINLESS STEEL: easy to clean
Modern, durable, repel moisture, affordable, easy to maintain, fingerprints show easily, can be susceptible to dents.
Welcome to the Building Resource Group Blog
Building a home or business may very well be one of the biggest investments you make in your lifetime, which is why our company is here to help make it the property of your dreams. Our team of skilled professionals has been working to provide the Chicago area with gorgeous new constructions and remodels. As one of the best construction companies in DuPage County, IL, we strive to build strong and stunning structures to suit our client’s needs.
The purpose of this blog is to provide home design tips and tricks to help create the most stunning space for you to reside in. We want our clients to make the best decision for their home and tastes and we’ll write posts on everything from the best countertops to choose from to how to prepare for building a new home. We’ll also provide corporate remodeling tips to help make your office or workspace even more efficient and brand friendly.
At Building Resource Group, LLC, we hire only the most trustworthy and experienced employees in the Chicago area so you can rest assured that your construction or remodel is being handled by the professionals. For more information on our services, give us a call at (630) 910-6300 and keep an eye on our blog for a variety of home and business design information.
