Blog Archive: 2020

Kitchen islands add a decorative element to the kitchen. They also add extra work and storage space. Space to store things and prepare meals is often lacking in kitchens therefore an island is the perfect solution to these problems. Some offer additional areas for cooking or an extra sink for cleaning up. There are designs and features to fit every lifestyle.

If you are considering remodeling your bathroom, it is important to have a list of questions ready and available before you hire a contractor and/or sign on the dotted line. Don’t worry if you are appearing insistent. Any respected contractor would not only answer your inquires – he or she would respect and welcome them.

Many of homeowners have hired contractors to do remodeling or improvements on their home only to find out the final cost did not match the original quote. Here are some tips to avoid this problem

During the winter your home’s exterior can start to look a little drab. But it doesn’t have to be that way. With the right choice of plant life, you can create a garden that will provide eye-catching color and character year-round.

Does your house have hard water? How would you know if it does? Hard water is high in mineral content, which can lead to calcium deposits that can be detrimental to plumbing and appliances. Signs include a filmy feeling on your skin, water spots on dishes and rings around the bathtub.

Feeling like your home needs a refresh? A new season is a great opportunity to clean and organize any messy areas in your house.

Do you have a neighbor or friend with an enviable outdoor area? Wouldn’t it be great if your porch or deck looked that nice?

The season is changing and you’re probably ready to get outdoors and enjoy the sunlight and cooler weather. But why should your fun have to end at sundown? With a few simple outdoor lighting updates, you can create a well-lit outdoor oasis.

Woodwork can make any house feel more welcoming and luxurious. From floors and furniture to moldings and baseboards, wooden accents add character to your home — especially when it’s well cared for.

After a long, hot summer, you may be ready for the possibility of cooler temperatures ahead. But what about your home? If you haven’t prepared your household, the transition from summer to fall is the perfect opportunity to do so.

Looking for something you can do to improve your home without embarking on a huge renovation? A simple, enjoyable improvement project — like sprucing up the exterior of your house — may be just the ticket you need to get outdoors and do something productive.

Bored with how your home looks lately? Before you start making changes, you might want to brush up on the latest trends in home decor. That way, the design choices you make today will be stylish but also more likely to hold up for many years to come.

If you’re not an essential worker, you were probably unexpectedly thrown into working from home. And while that’s not necessarily a bad thing (bye-bye commute and business attire), an uncomfortable home office can certainly add to the stress we’re all under.

Wish your house were a bit brighter? Or has the color of your kitchen really irked you lately? Now that you’ve been spending more time at home, you may have noticed a few things you’d like to update.

The Power of Paint: “Just a few key but relatively inexpensive updates make a dramatic difference,” says H. Camille Smith, a managing editor for HGTV.com. And where better to start than with a fresh coat of paint. If there’s one thing we love almost as much as window treatments, it’s paint.

Are you looking to renovate your kitchen this spring? If you are then you are in luck! The pros at Gambone’s CHI can supervise the entire process and help get it done for you while you and your family continue to live your lives the best that you can in these trying times. Here are some ideas for improving your kitchen!

You may know some of your neighbors well, others hardly at all. Regardless of your relationship with those in your community, it pays to be a good neighbor to everyone around you. Fortunately, being a good neighbor is mostly a matter of being considerate, keeping your home in good shape and exercising common sense.

Whether you plan to sell your home or just want to boost its value, it only makes sense to pursue renovation projects that will pay off. However, not all upgrades carry the same weight.

You’re standing in the paint aisle, and your options feel endless. Color aside, there are so many finishes: glossy, matte, eggshell and more. All of the choices leave you wondering: Which is best for my home?

We can’t blame you if you want your home to look good and hold up to wear and tear. Most of us want design options that are affordable and strong enough to hold up to daily use, but does that magic material exist?

Good gutters are usually out of sight and out of mind. So when it does come time to replace your gutter system, you may be wondering where to start. With so many styles and materials, it can be confusing. So how do you pick what’s best for your home?