Smart spending tips for spring home improvements
March 4, 2013No need to buy new – a simple update will do
March 7, 2013Home Improvement Trends for Spring:
It’s time to think spring which means fresh home updates. Spring home improvement projects will help you update, add comfort and save more of your hard-earned paycheck. Jump start your spring projects with inspiration from these 2013 remodeling trends.
Energy-saving updates
From low-volatile organic compound (VOC) paints and adhesives to more energy-efficient windows and furnaces, spring projects can help improve air quality and increase your comfort. Look for ENERGY STAR-qualified products that help lower your home’s energy consumption, and in turn, your utility bills.
Better bathrooms
For many homeowners, sought-after remodeling projects for 2013 will include kitchen upgrades, bathroom remodels and master bedroom suite renovations.
Bathroom remodeling options can include heated bathroom flooring, custom tile and stonework, custom vanity and cabinetry, beautiful bathtubs, showers and fixtures, low-profile linear shower drains and big windows to let in more natural sunlight.
Hot kitchens
Yahoo! Homes says 2013 kitchen remodeling trends focus on practical, durable and do-it-yourself (DIY) projects like refacing kitchen cabinets, adding quartz composite countertops, hardwood-looking engineered floors, deep bowl kitchen sinks, commercial-style or built-in appliances and mixing colors and tones on cabinets.
If any of these projects are out of your comfort zone, please contact us and we’ll be happy to discuss your options with you!