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Are Whole-Home Remodels Better Than One-Room Renovations?

Home remodeling could include a bathroom remodel, a kitchen remodel or even a bump-out addition to your home. It’s further subdivided into remodeling a single room or area or your entire house, the latter often called a whole-home remodel. As with many different construction projects, there are advantages and disadvantages to take into consideration before you decide what type of remodel you want to do. (more…)

3 Kinds of Construction Contracts You May Encounter

When you’re having a home remodeling project done, you must first sign a contract before any work can commence. A common misconception that homeowners have is that there is only one kind of construction contract, but contracts actually differ according to the project. Here are the different kinds of construction contracts that you may encounter when you remodel your home. (more…)

6 Home Office Must-Haves to Keep in Mind

More and more people are making the shift toward working from home. Unfortunately, this arrangement can be frustrating if your workspace is not designed right, and may even result in a drop in productivity. Luckily, there are a few ways you can get around this. (more…)

How to Avoid Open Floor Plan Mistakes

Open-plan layouts have taken over the hearts of many homeowners. However, with no defined borders and a view of the entire room, it can also be tricky to design an open space. With these home remodeling tips from DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Wilmington, you can make the best of an open floor plan. (more…)

Why You Should Keep a Remodeling Journal

Managing a renovation project can be easier if you document the progress and take note of various important details. It’s helpful to keep a journal where you can log significant developments, changes and information about the work done every day. In this post, DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Wilmington discusses the importance of having a home remodeling journal and shares tips on what to include in your record. (more…)

Common Changes Discussed During Remodeling Consultations

Every client has a specific issue that they want to solve with a home remodeling project. Their goals can vary from cosmetic upgrades to more substantial functional improvements. Below are just some of the most common changes that homeowners bring up during their consultations with our team at DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Wilmington. (more…)

5 Commonly Asked Questions About Quartz Countertops

The right countertop can make or break your kitchen design, so it's important to learn as much as you can about the choices you have available before making a decision. Quartz is one of the most popular kitchen countertop materials you can choose today, but not many homeowners know much about what makes it so great. (more…)

Tips to Avoid Over-Improving Your Home During a Remodel

Setting a clear remodeling goal right from the start of your project can help minimize the risk of over-improving your home. Let our renovation experts at DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Wilmington explain when over-improving is not okay and when it is perfectly acceptable. (more…)

4 Green Flooring Options for a More Sustainable Home

In the past, home renovation contractors often had to deal with limited designs and availability in environmentally-friendly construction materials. Luckily, with increasing demand in recent years, eco-friendly materials have come a long way from their humble beginnings. Today, there are dozens of looks you can choose from that can definitely hold a candle to other materials. (more…)

4 Important Rules for Whole-Home Remodeling

From finding the right home renovation contractors to finalizing the details of remodeling plans, the remodeling process can be a bit stressful for many homeowners. Add this to the not-insignificant cost of a whole-home renovation and you have a recipe for confusion and indecision. (more…)