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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…)

What to Consider When Choosing Cabinet Hardware

Choosing cabinet hardware may seem simple enough, but the choice you make can greatly affect your kitchen or bathroom’s overall appeal. So what exactly do you consider during the selection process? Bathroom and kitchen renovation expert DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Wilmington has some tips to share. (more…)

Improving Your Kitchen: Building Codes vs. Best Design Practices

If you’re planning a kitchen renovation, chances are you’ve heard about building codes and best design practices. Today, we’re here to break them down so you can better understand what building codes and best design practices are, and how they can affect your kitchen project. (more…)

Classic, Traditional Homes: A Quick Style Guide

There will be a lot of home remodeling ideas for you to consider but if the traditional style is your top pick, here are some pointers to keep in mind. (more…)