

Cooktops: The new standard
Cooktop Buying Guide A comprehensive cooktop guide that will give you all the information you need to know when shopping for a new cooktop. Getting Started One of the most unique looking and commonly used appliance in the kitchen is a cooktop. A cooktop is a great addition to an island countertop or for those homes who have built-in ovens. When shopping for the right cooktop, you are going to want to keep a few things in mind to stay within your budget and style. When it come


Remodel? Improvement? Restoration? - Which is it... are they different? Yes
Crystal clear communication between owner, contractor, and architect is critical to a successful home design project. Agreement on some simple definitions is a good place to start. “Remodeling” is often broadly used to describe any kind of change to an existing house. Technically, it’s more accurate to say that remodel means to change the character of a house or a portion of a house. So when you convert a den into a master bedroom you’re remodeling the den. When you combine a


The 7 Cleaning Tips That Will Change Your Summer
Take the stress out of this season cleaning challenges using these shortcuts. 1. Use left overs as cleaning supplies If you have half a left over lemon, use it to clean stainless steel fixtures and faucets. Rub it over the areas you want to clean, then wipe them down with a microfiber cloth. 2. Get the grime off your grill While the grill is warm, use a wire brush to scrub down the grates. Using a spray bottle with water, spray the grates first to wet them, then scrub away th