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3 Ways to Keep Your Home Clean During a Renovation

There’s no way to completely avoid dust and debris during a renovation, but you don’t have to let it take over your home. Working with a reputable home and bathroom renovation expert that is conscientious about clean-up is the first step, and there are additional things you can do to make sure your home is protected during your project. These include: (more…)

How to Decide It’s Time to Remodel

A lot of people look forward to doing a remodel to bring their dream home to life, but many aren’t sure exactly when to start it. How do you decide in the first place that it’s time to remodel? Is it possible to call interior remodeling contractors too late? (more…)

Home Improvement Projects to Invest in After Retirement

Home improvement projects can be especially practical if you are close to retirement age. Your needs change as you grow older, so your home needs to be able to keep up with your requirements. If you are considering aging in place, here are some senior-friendly projects worth considering. (more…)

Remodeling, Renovating & Redecorating Defined

Home improvement allows you to boost the form and function of your property, elevating your overall living experience while bumping up home value. To make the most of the investment, however, you have to know what type of work you want to have done. Let’s start by defining remodeling, renovating and redecorating. (more…)

How to Make a Small Bathroom Feel Larger

For a lot of homeowners, the best bathroom is a large bathroom. But while having a lot of space is usually a good thing, it isn’t a prerequisite for enjoying your bathroom. Even small bathrooms have a lot to offer, after all -- you just have to know how to make the most of them. Here are a few ways to do that. (more…)

3 Ways to Upgrade Your Kitchen Island

Kitchen islands are wonderful because they let you improve on both form and function within a home. This is why they are highly recommended for homeowners looking to update a kitchen. If you already have an island and are planning to talk to a kitchen remodeler soon for an update of your own, here are some ways you can upgrade your kitchen island: (more…)

Is a Water Closet for You?

A bathroom remodeling project is your opportunity to add something you’ve always wanted! For some, this can mean a bigger bathtub or a double vanity, while others may want to invest in a water closet (or toilet room). Should you do the same? Consider the pros and cons of a water closet to help you decide. (more…)

Bedroom Building Code Requirements: Basics to Know

Considering home renovations? How about converting that spare room into a bedroom or updating a bedroom you currently have? Bedrooms will always be useful so they are practical to invest in. What makes a bedroom a bedroom, however? Here’s what the International Residential Code has to say. (more…)

Maximizing a Small Bathroom Space: 3 Design Tips

Wide, open spaces in bathrooms are ideal but what happens when you don’t have a lot of room to begin with? Does that mean cramped and stuffy is the only way to go? Of course not! The home remodeling experts at DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Wilmington have the following small bathroom design tips you can take advantage of: (more…)

What’s the Difference Between a Kitchen Island & a Breakfast Bar?

Whether you’re interested in a traditional, contemporary or transitional kitchen remodeling project, you’ve probably thought about adding a kitchen island or breakfast bar. But what’s the difference between the two and how do you choose? DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Wilmington has some ideas to share. (more…)