Installing cabinets is a simple operation, but you must follow a few specific steps. In the kitchen, we typically have both regular furniture and hanging bodies, so you must also take into account the rules for fixing them properly on the walls. Here is what you need to know about assembling the components and the necessary tools. Stages of the installation Dismantle the old cabinets and arrange all components of the new ones in the order in which they are going to be installed. In most of the cases, manufacturers provide sketches and instructions that indicate how to assemble the [...]

Bathroom renovation requires an investment for a longer time, so it is important to do your homework before starting a remodeling project. You have to figure out the budget and look for models and materials that you like. Here are the latest trends that can help you get what you want. Wood and other natural accents. Not only wood is trendy this year, but also natural stone. You can use it on the floor and walls, as well as to decorate the sink, the bathtub and the bathroom furniture. You may even consider buying a sink created entirely from natural [...]

As in the case of fashion, trends change all the time in the industry of lighting fixtures. They fluctuate and change quite often, so we would better stay alert if we want to keep up with them. Here are the current trends that are also expected to continue in the future. Small bulbs. Yes exactly: the smaller, the trendier! Small bulbs were the revelation of the year 2016, and in the future, they will probably be the best-selling lighting fixtures. Products with a strong industrial aspect. The preference for the industrial style is not necessarily new; it actually comes back [...]

Some renovations can be done as DIY projects. Painting certain surfaces of your home is one of the simplest tasks, especially when using washable paint, for exterior or interior surfaces. Here are some aspects that you must know before starting such a project on your own. Purchasing the paint The type and the amount of paint depend on the area where it will be applied, as well as on the desired effect.  If you are thinking of painting your kitchen cabinets make sure you buy enough paint to account for absorption, there is no need to paint the natural pull [...]

Just like fashion and interior design, architecture is also governed by trends and developments that determine not only the way a building looks, but also the building technologies and the installation used during construction. Here are a few of the latest trends: Sustainability – one of the latest and most important trends is the movement towards sustainable solutions. Double or triple-paned windows are used to reduce energy losses and alternative energy sources such as solar panels are used to supply buildings with green energy, to mention just two of the most common sustainable solutions, Minimalist styles – natural colors design [...]

DIY Flooring Installation Tips and Advice Whether it is laminate, engineered wood planks, hardwood, tile, vinyl or other type of flooring that you want to install, there are a few steps that any DIY installation process needs to include: Checking the levelness of the floor – whatever type of new flooring you want to install, you need the surface that the new floor will be installed on to be perfectly level. Place a long beam level on the highest point of the old floor to determine its levelness and do not move on to the next step of DIY flooring [...]

Bathroom countertops need to fulfill multiple conditions. Besides being stylish, they also need to be durable, resistant to stains and spills and they also need to be easy to clean. If you are currently looking for new a countertop for your bathroom, here are the trendiest materials that meet all these requirements: Granite – a hard, non-porous stone that adds visual appeal with its beautiful veins and swirls, granite is resistant to staining, heat and moisture and it can be easily cleaned with the help of a wet cloth or a sponge, Laminate – an excellent, attractive and affordable material [...]

Cabinets are important components in your bathroom or in your kitchen and not only in terms of the storing capacity they offer.  Organizing kitchen cabinet drawers is a nice way to keep small items out of sight but conveniently handy.  The color of your cabinets can make or break the atmosphere of the entire room – if you choose the hue well, the color will create exactly the impact that you want, but if the color is not right, your cabinets will disrupt the harmony of the room. Like in fashion, color trends are changing when it comes to cabinets [...]

So you decided to buy a new cabinet for your bathroom. If you want a clean installation that will go off without a hitch, it’s important to know all about the most basic steps required to fasten the cabinet in place.   Below is a general outline of what you have to do to install your bathroom cabinets:   First begin by taking off all the doors and shelves and marking the place where your cabinet will be placed. When defining the space where your cabinet will be placed, use a pencil to mark each measurement as you go along.  [...]

While decoration and colors can make your home look great in the daytime, choosing appropriate lighting fixtures will make everything stand out much better in the evening. Also, intricate chandeliers and accent lighting can improve the appearance of your home regardless of the time of day.   Front Door Lighting   The lighting at your front door will tell potential visitors a lot about you and your home. A large, imposing lamp or a medium size, stylish chandelier will usually do the trick when it comes to giving your guests the best first impression that your house can offer.   [...]