Our Commitment to Process & Speed
We want to make our visit as productive as possible. Here are a few tips to help prepare yourself with basic information needed to make your decision about your upcoming kitchen or bath remodel. We will help design the layout of your kitchen and show you samples, but the more information you have about some basic ideas, the better your kitchen remodeling project will be and the better you will be able to make informed decisions about your new kitchen or bath. Please check our Remodeling Prep Checklist to help you get started on your project.
Our goal is to complete your project easily and provide ways to make the process faster.
Remodeling Prep Checklist
About Cabinets
- Make a list of what you would do differently with your current kitchen or bathroom.
- Bring paint color samples and tile samples with you for matching and contrasting.
- List product numbers and a brief memorable description in your project notebook of products to be used from other stores..
- Bring in your existing cabinet door or drawer when trying to match pattern or color.
- Consider the amount of usage your cabinets will receive.
- Focus on convenience and utility in your product selection.
- Mark down doorways and how the swing of the door will impact the design or usage of the new cabinets.
About Measuring:
Need help on How To Measure?
Prepare your measurements carefully for each stage of your project. Keep a notebook handy to list measurements needed for each item required for the project. Always double check measurements and make a notation in your project notebook.
When measuring for accuracy, use the tool of the professional contractor – a retractable tape measure.
What do I measure?
Basic measurements are three dimensional.
height – H, width – W, length – L
Measure, then Re-measure!!!
Accurate measurements save time and money on installation
Measure and make a note of the measurements, then always double-check your measurements!
About Woods:
Alder provides a brighter tone than other woods while not a dense wood; it has a resonant, well-rounded tone.
Birch is a fine-grained pale wood with birch ply among the strongest and dimensionally stable for furniture.
Cherry has a smooth texture with outstanding wood working properties showcased in cabinetry and fine furnishings.
Hickory is extremely tough, yet flexible wood.
Mahogany is a hardwood of medium density, excellent for fine furniture and/or doors.
Maple is a highly decorative wood grain known also as a tonewood.
Oak is a classic with beautiful grain markings, particularly when quarter-sawn.
