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A few thoughts from our many years of service

CHOOSING CABINET HARDWARE

CHOOSING CABINET HARDWARE  THE JEWELRY OF THE KITCHEN! While often overlooked, cabinet hardware can play a big role in the overall appearance of the kitchen.  When you think about it, hardware is the jewelry of the kitchen, and just like in a wardrobe, it must...

KITCHEN DESIGN TRENDS IN 2022

KITCHEN DESIGN TRENDS IN 2022 During the pandemic, people were forced to stay home more and many spent more time in their kitchens than ever before, and human nature being what it is, there was a natural inclination to make the kitchen feel more personal.  Designers...

SHAKER CABINETS

SHAKER CABINETS HISTORY OF SHAKER CABINETS The original name “Shaker” dates all the way back to the 1700’s when a religious sect called the Shakers split from the Quakers.  Shakers were very industrious and quickly became known for making quality furniture and...

Buy New Cabinets or Refinish?

Is It Cheaper to Buy New Cabinets or Refinish? The short answer? Cabinet refinishing and cabinet refacing are much cheaper alternatives to cabinet replacement. Refinishing the cabinets can save you up to 90% versus the cost of cabinet replacement. Here, you only need...

Easy Ways To Update Your Kitchen

EASY WAYS TO UPDATE YOUR KITCHEN Are you ready to update your kitchen but don’t have the budget or desire to do a complete makeover?  Well, here are some easy and affordable ways to update your kitchen without breaking the bank or having your kitchen out of commission...

What is Cabinet Refinishing?

What is Cabinet Refinishing? There seems to be a lot of confusion when it comes to cabinet refinishing and exactly what it is. Simply stated, all the components of the existing cabinets are kept and the color or finish is changed. The most basic type of cabinet...

Cabinets are the Heart of the Kitchen!

If the Kitchen is the Heart of the Home, then the Cabinets are the Heart of the Kitchen! We’ve all heard the expression “the kitchen is the heart of the home”, and for good reasons.  Think about where we like to spend time when we are home. Where do friends and family...