What to Expect During the Drywall Phase of Your Remodeling Project
The drywall phase, the middle of the project, is the transitional phase in any remodeling project. All the following phases have been completed: site prep, demo, framing and mechanicals, insulation, and inspection. It may have felt like FOREVER to get to this stage of...
Framing and Mechanical Phases of Your Remodeling Project
Now that we've shared the steps to prepare for a successful home renovation, what to expect during site prep, and what the demo phase looks like, here's what to expect during the framing and mechanical phases of your remodel. FRAMING PHASE Upon completion of the demo...
Rethinking 3 Common Questions When Interviewing a Contractor
Most homeowners do their due diligence when choosing a contractor to work on their kitchen, primary suite, room addition or entire home. They talk with a handful of contractors, and it is not uncommon during our initial meeting with a prospective client to be asked...
Three Hamburgers: A Remodeling Project Fable…Revisited
This post is an updated version of a prior blog we wrote in 2019. By definition a fable is “a short story, typically with animals as characters conveying a moral.” I am choosing to use hamburgers as our main characters in my fable. Probably because as a company we...
What to Expect on Demo Days and the Things Reality TV Shows Don’t Tell You
A good renovation plan starts with a good demo plan. Demo comes in all shapes and sizes depending on how involved your project may be. As demo day approaches it’s easy to feel anxious about what may happen, especially if this is your first time. It’s “interesting” to...
Successful “Site Prep” Requires More Than a Plastic Tarp
Virtually all remodeling projects require some degree of demo, and with demo comes dust & debris. A good “site prep” plan is vital. Before we talk about the importance of site prep, it’s key to define what it is. Site prep involves protecting your home from not...
Halloween Décor Ideas
I thought we’d revisit an old blog “Rob” (I) wrote from Oct 17, 2017, called Halloween Tricks and Treats. It included some fun pumpkin carving ideas as well as table decorations. I have added a few of my favorite new ideas I’ve recently come across; from home décor to...
10 Steps to Prepare for a Successful Home Renovation
Planning for a home renovation is an exciting and potentially stressful time. Preparing for your home renovation is imperative to ensure you have a positive experience. Things to consider and prepare for: Staying in the home or moving out A home that is being...
Tile Inspiration for Your Kitchen
Need an update in your kitchen, but don’t want to invest in a complete kitchen remodel? Sometimes just adding or updating your tile backsplash and painting the walls a new color is all you need without breaking the bank. Here are some inspiring ideas that will help...
What You Need to Know When Choosing Your Kitchen Appliances
In 2019 we had no concerns about our ability to get our high-end kitchen appliances, such as Thermador or Subzero/Wolf in a timely manner. Or ANY kitchen appliances for that matter. Our lead times were typically a few weeks and we experienced none of the challenges of...
Remodeling with Aging-in-Place in Mind
As the general population ages, more people are choosing to live at home. According to a recent United States Aging Survey, 90% of senior citizens plan on staying in their homes for at least another decade. Retirees may be physically more active and living longer, but...
How Much Will My Bathroom Remodel Cost…Now?
This post is an updated version of a prior blog we wrote in 2018, and we thought we’d revisit it in light of the “new normal” involving increased prices by subcontractors as well as their availability, increased pricing of all product from lighting and plumbing...
How Much Will My Kitchen Remodel Cost…Now?
As more of us continue to choose to invest in our current homes rather than purchase new, we often look at our kitchen as a main area to renovate. Between watching HGTV and the often-unrealistic budgets and timelines we see; and the cost increases due to supply and...
Design Ideas for Your Primary Bedroom
Giving a fresh look to your main bedroom can help you create the perfect retreat and add value to your home. Updating your primary bedroom not only creates a personal retreat but can also add value to your home. A bedroom renovation typically occurs when our homeowner...
Corinthian’s Favorite Bathroom Remodels
As I stated in my last blog, our Corinthian team took the lead from Houzz, and decided it might be fun for our staff to rank their five favorite bathrooms on our website. The results are in! Our Favorite Bathroom Remodels #1 Sophisticated Master Suite Tied four ways...
Corinthian’s Most Popular Kitchen Remodels
Earlier this month Houzz did an article on their 10 most popular kitchens so far in 2022. While we enjoyed the article, it got us thinking it might be fun for our staff to rank Corinthian's top five kitchen remodels. The results are in! Our Favorite Kitchen Remodels...
Affordable Ideas for Small Bathroom Remodels
“I want my bathroom to be my sanctuary, where I can escape my kids for an hour and soak in the tub with a glass of wine.” True quote from a past client. It is our goal with all our bathroom remodels, big and small, large budget or small budget, that the result is...
Green: Still A Relevant Color in 2022
Back in 2017 I wrote this blog on Greenery 2017 Pantone Color of the Year and ideas for choosing the right color palette for your home during a remodel. In 2022, this blog remains current, as practically every major brand of paint is agreeing that green will be an...
5 Steps to Prepare for a Primary Bathroom Remodel
Of all the rooms in your home, the bathroom is one of the most used. When preparing for a bathroom remodel you may be thinking, “how in the world am I going to survive this?” Knowing how to prepare for a bathroom remodel is one of the most important aspects of the...
8 Steps to Prepare for a Kitchen Remodel
Planning for a kitchen remodel is an exciting and potentially stressful time. No matter the size of your kitchen, no matter how big or small the renovation scale is, it’s important to prepare yourself for your remodel. By knowing what to prepare for before your...