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		<title>How to Design a Kitchen Remodel</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 14 Apr 2011 18:58:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>anderseriksson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The following paragraphs summarize the work of Kitchen Remodel experts who are completely familiar with all the aspects of Kitchen Remodel. Heed their advice to avoid any Kitchen Remodel surprises. Now that we&#8217;ve covered those aspects of Kitchen Remodel, let&#8217;s turn to some of the other factors that need to be considered. The design of [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The following paragraphs summarize the work of Kitchen Remodel experts who are completely familiar with all the aspects of Kitchen Remodel. Heed their advice to avoid any Kitchen Remodel surprises.</p>
<p>Now that we&#8217;ve covered those aspects of Kitchen Remodel, let&#8217;s turn to some of the other factors that need to be considered.</p>
<p>The design of a kitchen remodel is, for many people, the most satisfying and fun part of the process.  While it is possible to design a beautiful, elegant kitchen by yourself, you may also want to consider hiring a professional to help you with your design.  A professional can give you many ideas and introduce you to new products while staying true to the spirit of your original design vision.  Whether you decide to do all the design work yourself, or hire a professional, there are some things to consider that will get you launched on the right track for your kitchen remodel.</p>
<p>The art of kitchen design is intricately linked to how you will be using the space.  The old saying, form follows function, has a lot of truth to it.  Design is not only about how things look, but how things are used.  And while most of us no doubt start our dreams of a new design for our kitchen with visions of a specific look in mind, space planning is equally important. </p>
<p>The kitchen is often referred to as the heart of the home, and many different activities take place there besides cooking.  You may routinely linger with a cup of coffee and the morning newspaper, or feed your family breakfast before they dash out the door.  Your children may like to do their homework while you cook in the evenings, or perhaps you and your spouse share cooking duties.  Maybe you regularly host large gatherings, or cook for intimate dinner parties. All these various activities will affect your kitchen design, and it is important to consider them as you begin planning.  You will also want to ponder storage space as you plot your design.  Do you routinely have trouble finding space for all your pots and pans?  Is there enough room for every family member to sit around the nook?  All of these space-use issues and any other problems you have with your current kitchen design should be noted.  You might want to talk to each member of the family and see what their concerns about using space are.</p>
<p>Once you&#8217;ve made a list of problems to correct in your new plan, the fun part of kitchen remodel design begins, as you make choices about cabinetry, flooring, countertops, and lighting.   All of these design elements need to work together to create a coherent design, but that&#8217;s not difficult to accomplish with the huge variety of products available today. </p>
<p>There are a multitude of cabinet options, starting with your choice of wood or laminate.  If you decide on wood, you&#8217;ll need to choose what kind-oak or cherry or birch?  And then there are door styles-plain, curved, recessed panel, arched?  With flooring you need to consider not only looks but durability and ease of cleaning.  Countertops need to be sturdy and durable, and with the variety of natural and synthetic choices today, your design can pair beauty with easy maintenance.  Lighting is also intimately paired with space issues in your design-are there places in your current kitchen where you need more light?  Is the preparation area currently too dark?  Perhaps you want recessed or track lighting to increase the brightness, or maybe you prefer an elegant chandelier.</p>
<p>Begin with these considerations of space and use as you ponder your kitchen design and the rest will naturally wall into place.  Your kitchen design will not only be a thing of beauty, it will also be a functional, efficient space.</p>
<p>Now you can understand why there&#8217;s a growing interest in Kitchen Remodel. When people start looking for more information about Kitchen Remodel, you&#8217;ll be in a position to meet their needs.</p>
<p>About the Author<br />
By Anders Eriksson, feel free to visit his top ranked GVO affiliate site: <a href="http://www.team-gvo.com"><b>GVO</b></a></p>
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		<title>All About Kitchen Remodeling</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 05 Apr 2011 10:52:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>anderseriksson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[So what is Kitchen Remodel really all about? The following report includes some fascinating information about Kitchen Remodel&#8211;info you can use, not just the old stuff they used to tell you. Truthfully, the only difference between you and Kitchen Remodel experts is time. If you&#8217;ll invest a little more time in reading, you&#8217;ll be that [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>So what is Kitchen Remodel really all about? The following report includes some fascinating information about Kitchen Remodel&#8211;info you can use, not just the old stuff they used to tell you.</p>
<p>Truthfully, the only difference between you and Kitchen Remodel experts is time. If you&#8217;ll invest a little more time in reading, you&#8217;ll be that much nearer to expert status when it comes to Kitchen Remodel.</p>
<p>Is the flooring in your kitchen stained and cracked?  Are the countertops marred with burns and nicks?  Is the floor plan of your kitchen awkward and ill-designed?  If so, it is time to consider kitchen remodeling.  Updating your kitchen can enhance the value of your entire house, and kitchen remodeling can be an exciting process that calls upon your creativity.  You may need a little bit of patience as you live through the kitchen remodeling process, but the end result will be a kitchen you love and are proud to share with family and friends.</p>
<p>Kitchen remodeling runs the gamut from small upgrades, to a full-scale luxury remodeling venture.  Small upgrades could include changing the hardware on your cabinets, refacing the cabinets, or replacing them.  Or perhaps you might want to replace that scuffed floor, or resurface your countertops.  Such simple changes can make an enormous difference in your space. However, a full-scale kitchen remodel is going to result in the most satisfying changes for your home.</p>
<p>Start your kitchen remodeling by making extensive notes about what you want.  Think about what works and doesn&#8217;t work in your current kitchen.  Look through magazines or scan the internet for kitchen remodeling ideas.  You might want to make a file of designs and products you like.  Don&#8217;t hold back at this point-make a note of everything you might want to include in your kitchen remodeling. Next, draw up a budget.  This is when you match your beautiful ideas to what you can afford.  You might be surprised how much you can get for your money, or the compromises you can make that will still afford you an elegant, functional design.  At this point, you may also want to contract the services of a designer or space planner.  They can be enormously helpful with your kitchen remodel, and point out products and design ideas that might not have occurred to you.</p>
<p>One of the most important decisions you will make is hiring a contractor, so take you time and do some research.  Visit home improvement stores or local remodelers to get a feel for what kind of kitchen remodeling projects they specialize in.  Share your vision with the professionals you are considering.  Take the time to check references.  Pay attention to whether or not you feel comfortable with the contractor.  Does he or she listen to your ideas and respect what you are creating?  A contractor-client relationship for a kitchen remodeling is like a short-term marriage, so make certain yours will be a happy one!</p>
<p>Finally, prepare yourself and your family for the disruption that occurs with a kitchen remodeling project.  With advance planning, this can be minimized, but some is inevitable.  Discuss the time frame with your contractor and share this information with your family, so everyone is aware of how long the construction will take and what to expect.  In a very short time, all memories of any uproar with the kitchen remodeling will be forgotten and you&#8217;ll be enjoying your new kitchen.</p>
<p>About the Author<br />
By Anders Eriksson, feel free to visit his top ranked GVO affiliate site: <a href="http://www.team-gvo.com"><b>GVO</b></a></p>
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		<title>Kitchens and Restoration in Vintage Homes</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 26 Mar 2011 08:11:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>anderseriksson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[When you think about Kitchen Remodel, what do you think of first? Which aspects of Kitchen Remodel are important, which are essential, and which ones can you take or leave? You be the judge. Preservation of old homes is a favorite conversation of owners of vintage homes but rarely do you hear talk about a [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When you think about Kitchen Remodel, what do you think of first? Which aspects of Kitchen Remodel are important, which are essential, and which ones can you take or leave? You be the judge.</p>
<p>Preservation of old homes is a favorite conversation of owners of vintage homes but rarely do you hear talk about a kitchen restored to its former glory.  These beautiful historical homes we have grown to love and appreciate, did not have the kind of kitchens we expect today.  Historical kitchens today are antiquated, inefficient and poorly laid out.</p>
<p>In a typical prewar model, kitchens were work areas plain and simple.  Everything in the kitchens were freestanding from the huge cast iron stove, the sink on porcelain legs, the icebox and a table that doubled as a workspace. Those that were modernized in the 1950s, &#8217;60s, or &#8217;70s often held even less appeal than the ones before. The countertop, flooring, and ceiling materials in them were no match visually as the hardwoods, linoleum&#8217;s, and metals they replaced. Appliances were disappointing at best with their dismal colors.<br />
Today we want to capture the flavor of the kitchens we imagine our great-grandparents loved and enjoyed. Homey, warmth and filled with the aroma of good cooking. Fortunately, replicating the mood of a vintage kitchen in an existing space has never been easier. As demand for kitchen accessories with a patina of age has grown, so has the availability of period materials. Architectural salvage and well-designed reproduction hardware and appliances are relatively easy to locate. Resources for old-fashioned pieces can be found by perusing advertisements in many home design magazines and inquiring at local antiques&#8217; shops and architectural salvage companies.</p>
<p>Cabinets, more than any other single element in the design, determine the look and feel of a kitchen. To give a kitchen a historic feeling, designers caution against filling the kitchen with modern built ins.  Architectural salvage companies often stock vintage cabinets in wood or metal. These cabinets mix well with freestanding antique or reproduction pieces. An antique dresser or a dry sink adds charm as well as semi-customized items like plate racks and open shelving. Painted wood cabinets may warp when stripped so be advised to try one cabinet door first. Metal cabinets should be stripped, buffed, and lacquered to prevent them from rusting. </p>
<p>Stone countertops are compatible with old-fashioned kitchens as long as the stone is honed to a soft finish not sleek and modern. Vermont soapstone is one popular choice.</p>
<p>Think about what you&#8217;ve read so far. Does it reinforce what you already know about Kitchen Remodel? Or was there something completely new? What about the remaining paragraphs? </p>
<p>For flooring, designers usually recommend hardwood. Linoleum, maligned for years, is making a comeback. Unused rolls of vintage linoleum from the &#8217;20s to the &#8217;50s can often be found at salvage companies or at specialty stores.<br />
On the ceiling, pressed metal makes quite a statement, particularly when left in its natural state. As an alternative, try heavy Anaglypta paper, a cream-colored wallpaper embossed in a variety of period patterns. It is less expensive to install than pressed metal and once painted, achieves a much similar effect. </p>
<p>Finding authentic looking stoves and also refrigerators, became easier in the mid 1980s when the country look was blossoming.  Our grandparents&#8217; stoves have all been refurbished and are easier than ever to find.  No matches needed!. Though most old stoves are white, some occasionally turn up in cream, green, or cobalt blue. Hoods are more difficult to find to match your stove since they were not around one hundred years ago. Try buying wood and blending it into the upper cabinetry.</p>
<p>Vintage style hardware is the icing on the cake for the finishing touch on your period look kitchen. Designers suggest antique brass, satin nickel or a blackened finish.  The hardware makes the whole kitchen look as if it has been there for years just like the rest of your vintage home.</p>
<p>I hope that reading the above information was both enjoyable and educational for you. Your learning process should be ongoing&#8211;the more you understand about any subject, the more you will be able to share with others.</p>
<p>About the Author<br />
By Anders Eriksson, proud owner of this top ranked web hosting reseller site: <a href="http://www.team-gvo.com"><b>GVO</b></a></p>
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		<title>Who to Hire for Your Kitchen Remodel</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:30:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>anderseriksson</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This article explains a few things about Kitchen Remodel, and if you&#8217;re interested, then this is worth reading, because you can never tell what you don&#8217;t know.</p>
<p>Hopefully the information presented so far has been applicable. You might also want to consider the following:</p>
<p>You&#8217;ve decided at last to commit to that long-delayed kitchen remodel.  As you stand in the middle of your current kitchen and survey it the thought occurs to you that you don&#8217;t know the first thing about how to begin a kitchen remodel.  This is a very good time to call in the help of professionals.</p>
<p>Broadly, there are two phases of a kitchen remodel which you might want to hire help for: design and planning and the actual construction phase.  Many remodeling firms will handle both aspects of your kitchen remodel, with in-house designers and a roster of skilled professionals such as plumbers, electricians, floor layers and cabinet makers to call on.  Or you can subcontract all the services out yourself, hiring a designer or decorator for the first phase, and finding your own contractor for the final phase of the kitchen remodel.  Some people prefer the convenience of only dealing with one company, but others prefer a hands-on approach and don&#8217;t mind the legwork and research it takes to hire many separate workers.</p>
<p>One of the best ways to find a designer is word of mouth.  Ask around.  Inquire of friends and family whose remodeling jobs you&#8217;ve admired.  The design of a kitchen remodel project is a delicate process, with the designer needing to be aware of the client&#8217;s tastes as well as how they generally use the space.  A good starting point is to identify in general terms what sort of design you think you might like. To start with, look through magazines and tear out photos you like, and then look for a designer whose tastes match your ideas.  If a designer specializes in contemporary spaces and you live in an historic home, it is not going to be a good match for your kitchen remodel design.  Another thing you can do is do searches on the internet.  Many sites have lists of local designers they work with.  </p>
<p>Once you&#8217;ve found a designer and decided on a plan for you kitchen remodel, it&#8217;s time to locate a contractor.  A convenient place to start is with your designer-inquire if she works with anyone regularly, or can make a recommendation.  If not, internet research is a good place to start.  Many a website maintains lists of kitchen remodel contractors.  Be sure to check references and see an example of your chosen contractor&#8217;s work, if possible.   Check the local site of the Better Business Bureau to make sure your contractor has no complaints against him.  One safe way to proceed is to go through a home improvement chain store.  They work with a wide variety of contractors and cannot afford to associate with inferior professionals.  It&#8217;s always a good idea to protect yourself, though, and check references and ask to see examples no matter who you are working with.</p>
<p>Follow a few simple guidelines and you&#8217;ll find the process of hiring people to help you with your kitchen remodel easy and satisfying.  And before you know it, you&#8217;ll be surveying your brand-new, remodeled kitchen!</p>
<p>There&#8217;s a lot to understand about Kitchen Remodel. We were able to provide you with some of the facts above, but there is still plenty more to write about in subsequent articles.</p>
<p>About the Author<br />
By Anders Eriksson, feel free to visit his top ranked GVO affiliate site: <a href="http://www.team-gvo.com"><b>GVO</b></a></p>
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		<title>Creating Mosaic Countertops</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Dec 2010 23:55:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Creating a real tile mosaic on almost any surface top is easy. The first step would be to look in a tile shop and see what is available. Then decide on a pattern you want. There are many books, magazines and TV shows that give step by step instructions as well as design ideas. After [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Creating a real tile mosaic on almost any surface top is easy. The first step would be to look in a tile shop and see what is available. Then decide on a pattern you want. There are many books, magazines and TV shows that give step by step instructions as well as design ideas.  After deciding a pattern or design, sketch your pattern on the surface you are going to tile over.  The first step is to prepare the surface making sure the tile will adhere. You do this by scoring the surface with a utility knife then coating the surface with a mixture of watered down white glue. Next you take tile cement, commonly known as thin set or mortar, and spread a thin coating over the surface. Place your tiles in the cement according to the pattern you drew. After the cement has set, (don&#8217;t be in too big of a hurry) fill the gaps between the tiles with tile grout. Most people think grout is available only in white but if you look in a hardware store you&#8217;ll find many different colors of grout available. You apply the grout by simply troweling it over all of the seams between the individual tiles.  Then wipe away the excess with a sponge.</p>
<p>Have you ever been in a cafe, restaurant or a friend&#8217;s house for that fact, and admired the mosaic tile on the tabletops or walls? Well, it&#8217;s not that hard to bring that look into your own home. Where&#8217;s a good place to add a mosaic in your home? Kitchens and bathrooms are the obvious choices but end tables and patios have become favorites too.  Consider embellishing a coffee table purchased from an unfinished furniture store. This is a great little week-end project. All you have to do is add a coat of paint and then make a small mosaic on the tabletop using some different size tiles or even broken tile pieces. This same technique works equally well for a larger area like this as it does for a small accent table.<br />
Before starting this project, there are some things you should do first to be prepared.</p>
<p>Take some time researching what you want to do before you start laying tiles down. There are tons of books on ceramic tiles at your bookstore or library. A recommendation is to just thumb through them to get some inspiration for your design. Once you have a basic idea of what you want to do, it&#8217;s always a  good idea to draw a sketch of your design.</p>
<p>Once you begin to move beyond basic background information, you begin to realize that there&#8217;s more to Kitchen Remodel than you may have first thought. </p>
<p>Then you will want to place the actual tiles on the countertop, starting from the center and working outwards, to make sure your pleased with your design. Once you have everything in place, take a magic marker and mark the tiles&#8217; location.<br />
Before you cement the tiles in place, you have to prepare the tiles for the mosaic sections. How do you do that? This is where you can get some aggression out. Take a mix of tiles, wrap them in a towel and give them a whack. This is the simplest way to get the broken pieces of tile you&#8217;ll need for the mosaic. For the border mosaics you are going to need some smaller pieces of tile. For the smaller pieces you use a tile nibbler to break off pieces the size you need. To cement the tiles in place, use mortar that you can buy at any tile store or home improvement store. You just trowel the mortar on about 1/8th inch thick. Then use the edge of the trowel to score the mortar. Then just put your tiles in place. For the mosaic sections you use the same process. Take the different pieces of tile and arrange them however you like. Try and keep the spaces between the tiles to 1/8th of an inch.</p>
<p>How do you finish the project? You have to grout the tiles after the mortar has set up or dried. Remember, tile grout is available in many colors, not just white. Next smear the grout over the top of the tiles filling in the seams. To clean the tiles, wipe off any excess grout with a sponge. Let it dry overnight and you&#8217;re done so sit back and admire your work of art!</p>
<p>About the Author<br />
By Anders Eriksson, feel free to visit his top ranked GVO affiliate site: <a href="http://www.team-gvo.com"><b>GVO</b></a></p>
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		<title>Outdoor Kitchen Ideas</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 13 Nov 2010 00:21:43 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When you&#8217;re learning about something new, it&#8217;s easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer amount of relevant information available. This informative article should help you focus on the central points. Outdoor kitchens are becoming all the rage these days making family barbecues easier than ever! Cooking on the grill is a great way to entertain [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When you&#8217;re learning about something new, it&#8217;s easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer amount of relevant information available. This informative article should help you focus on the central points.</p>
<p>Outdoor kitchens are becoming all the rage these days making family barbecues easier than ever!  Cooking on the grill is a great way to entertain company or just feed the family without heating up the kitchen or making a mess for that fact. Running back and forth   from the kitchen to the patio gets old. These days grilling is easier and more enjoyable by putting together an outdoor kitchen. Even the simplest of set-ups can make outdoor cooking more efficient.  The fanciest ones mean you will not have to go back inside until all your guests leave because everything is right at your fingertips! Charcoal was great in the beginning but the gas grill took over because of its convenience. Today&#8217;s most advanced grills have side burners, storage space and work areas built right in. Everything is incorporated to your outside patio and entertaining is no longer a chore to prepare.</p>
<p>Installing an outdoor kitchen may be just the thing for you if you have frequent cookouts and everyone is intrigued with your barbecue skills. Maybe you grill in large amounts and need more of an easier way to do this. An outdoor kitchen also could be just for you if you have an unused patio or deck.  If you&#8217;re wanting to move past the burgers and dogs and experiment with some savvy dishes an outdoor kitchen may be perfect for you.. Also if  you&#8217;re tired of the outrageous electric bills due to your heating up the kitchen and your air conditioner working overtime.  If any of these suggestions resonate with you, it&#8217;s probably time to do some outdoor kitchen shopping.</p>
<p>If you don&#8217;t have accurate details regarding Kitchen Remodel, then you might make a bad choice on the subject. Don&#8217;t let that happen: keep reading.</p>
<p>An outdoor kitchen can be as small or elaborate as you want with the grill being the centerpiece. The most common grills come with wheels that you can take with you when you move and come in a wide variety of sizes, features and price.  These are also fun to take to the beach as well.  If you are planning to incorporate the kitchen as a permanent part of your home, select a built in grill that will drop into a space on a cabinet with countertops that is built on site. This is much like your kitchen inside. Some of the accessories you will need are: baskets for grilling fish, vegetables or hush puppies, a griddle, tongs and a reliable meat thermometer.  Side burners are included in most grills today but a camping stove can get the job done.  Make sure your work space is sanitized for food preparation. There are a variety of lights for your outdoor kitchen but direct light is best for the work area. </p>
<p>Clip ons are available to clip directly onto your grill so you can get your meat perfect in the center! Another consideration is a patio heater or fire pit if you are going to use the space year round in chilly environments.  Insects can ruin the most elegant and well-planned parties so never forget to have repellents conducive to your location.  If bugs were not enough, smoke in your guest eyes is not comfortable so don&#8217;t forget the exhaust hood.  Other important things to remember are having enough electrical outlets, a refrigerator, sink and warming drawers to keep food heated till time to serve.  An ice machine is also convenient (no ugly, bulky coolers) and of course the wine storage.  Don&#8217;t forget the corkscrew!</p>
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		<title>Secrets of a Painless Kitchen Remodel</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 10:04:23 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[You&#8217;ve had it. Your kitchen floor is old and stained, your cupboards are so awkward its impossible to keep them organized, your appliances on their last legs. You&#8217;ve wanted to remodel your kitchen for years, but you fear you have neither the money nor the time to embark on a lengthy, expensive remodel. Never fear. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You&#8217;ve had it.  Your kitchen floor is old and stained, your cupboards are so awkward its impossible to keep them organized, your appliances on their last legs.  You&#8217;ve wanted to remodel your kitchen for years, but you fear you have neither the money nor the time to embark on a lengthy, expensive remodel.</p>
<p>Never fear.  Your kitchen remodel does not have to be a grueling experience.  Many homeowners decide to do the work of a remodel themselves, opting to finish the work on evenings or weekends.  If you have a high tolerance for disruption and want to get the most bang for your buck, this may be the best option for your kitchen remodel.  However, it is probably not going to be painless.  Another thing to consider is to hire out all the individual contractors for your remodel yourself.  For instance, you do the legwork and find a tile layer, you decide who you want to install your sink and garbage disposal and hook up the dishwasher.  This may save you some money, but certainly will not save you any time.  You&#8217;ll spend hours asking friends and family who they used for their kitchen remodel, and you&#8217;ll want to also be sure to check references and view samples of their work for each one.  When you consider how many different people it takes to complete a remodel-plumber, tile-layer, floor specialist, cabinet installer-to name only a few, you can see that this is a time-consuming occupation.  Many people enjoy this process, but others may be more comfortable with having one professional to oversee the entire process of the kitchen remodel.  </p>
<p>If you are pressed for time, and want a relatively painless kitchen remodel, you would be well advised to hire a professional contractor.  This is perhaps the number one secret to a painless kitchen remodel.  A reputable kitchen remodel contractor can save you hours of time in finding and overseeing individual contractors, guide you in design and configuration choices, and be your hand-holder throughout the entire process.  And let&#8217;s face it, while there are ways to make your kitchen remodel as painless as possible, it&#8217;s still going to be a disruption of your home. Having a professional at your side can ease a lot of the disruption.</p>
<p>How to find a kitchen remodel contractor?  Word of mouth is always a good starting point.  Ask friends and family for recommendations.  Get online and check websites.  Browse your local yellow pages.  Many large home improvement stores offer contracting services, as do smaller, local companies.  Talk to several; have them visit your kitchen so that you can discuss the specifics of your remodel onsite.  A remodel contractor will give you ideas and present options you might not have thought about.</p>
<p>Your next step is to get bids from all the remodel contractors you&#8217;ve talked to.  Then compare those bids, but there are considerations beyond just price.  Did you feel the contractor understood the goals of your remodel?  Are your design ideas similar?  Do you feel comfortable personally with the contractor?  You&#8217;ll be spending a lot of time together over the course of the remodel, so this is important.</p>
<p>You can see that there&#8217;s practical value in learning more about Kitchen Remodel. Can you think of ways to apply what&#8217;s been covered so far?</p>
<p>Once you&#8217;ve chosen the contractor, he can give you tips on how to schedule and what to expect over the course of the remodel.  He&#8217;ll be available to answer questions and troubleshoot.  Your remodel will be done before you know it-and you&#8217;ll be basking in the beauty of your new kitchen.</p>
<p>Of course, it&#8217;s impossible to put everything about Kitchen Remodel into just one article. But you can&#8217;t deny that you&#8217;ve just added to your understanding about Kitchen Remodel, and that&#8217;s time well spent.</p>
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		<title>Types of Contractors</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:09:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[A general contractor is the main contractor you have to hire for a major renovation project. The general contractor though, has other subcontractors that he oversees for the renovation of your home. The repair and maintenance contractors you need are very different from the general contractor. Typically the General Contractor does not provide the labor [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A general contractor is the main contractor you have to hire for a major renovation project.  The general contractor though, has other subcontractors that he oversees for the renovation of your home.  The repair and maintenance contractors you need are very different from the general contractor.</p>
<p>Typically the General Contractor does not provide the labor to build the house.  The laborers come from the subcontractors or the trades. This may include carpenters for roughens, excavators, flooring, painting, concrete sub, plumber, electrician, roofer, and the finish carpenter.  The general contractor hires the subcontractors and holds their contracts. Holding the contract means that they are working for him, they are under contract to him and he pays them directly.  When you hire a general contractor you only have a contract with him not all the subs.  The general contractor marks up the subcontractor&#8217;s fee a certain percentage of the construction amount.</p>
<p>For this fee the contractor does all the managing and scheduling of the subs.  He also pays, provides supervision of the construction, provides dumpsters, port-a-john, insurance and other miscellaneous things involved in the construction project. The contractors make money by charging for labor and by marking up the materials.  The general contractor is referred to the generalist and the subs are the specialist.  Whenever you need just a specific thing fixed in your home you would always hire a specialist.  A specialist would be for an example a plumber or electrician.  When hiring someone for maintenance task some people just hire a guy with a magnet advertising on the side of his truck but in reality he is not licensed at all.  This could be people like gutter cleaners, painters or lawncare.  Usually using these types do work out but you must be careful because you do not have the legal protection as with using a licensed contractor.  It&#8217;s just better to use common sense and keep yourself protected by going with someone who is licensed.</p>
<p>It&#8217;s usually easy to tell the unlicensed contractors or scam artist or possibly someone who is just trying to get in your home.  Use wisdom and do your homework to avoid the following pitfalls.</p>
<p>1. Unlicensed contractors often go door-to-door claiming they &#8220;just finished a job down the street and we&#8217;re in the neighborhood and noticed your roof needs patching.&#8221;</p>
<p>2. They may rush you and twist their words stating, &#8220;If you act now, you&#8217;ll get a special price.&#8221;</p>
<p>If you find yourself confused by what you&#8217;ve read to this point, don&#8217;t despair. Everything should be crystal clear by the time you finish.</p>
<p>3. Unlicensed contractors either neglect to pull construction permits or they ask you to do it for them. If you do this, you are assuming liability for the project as well as the contractor&#8217;s mistakes.</p>
<p>4. Some states require contractors to list their license numbers on their vehicles, their estimates and their advertising. If a contractor has not done that, this is usually a bad sign.</p>
<p>5. If you see a license number in an ad, and it has a different number of letters, numerals and digits than all the other licenses, this probably means it is a bogus license number.</p>
<p>6. Be wary if a contractor provides only a PO box or cell number. That may mean he does not have credibility in the community and could skip town when people start to complain. </p>
<p>7. Unlicensed contractors often ask for a lot of money up front if not the whole amount. Consider this a red flag and try not to pay any money in advance. If you must, keep the amount to a minimum.</p>
<p>Those who only know one or two facts about Kitchen Remodel can be confused by misleading information. The best way to help those who are misled is to gently correct them with the truths you&#8217;re learning here.</p>
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		<title>Stone Options in Countertops</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:26:19 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The look is rich, the feel is luxurious and the material is durable. Such is the definition of natural stone countertop. Whether it comes in the form of a slab or produced as individual tiles each piece of the natural stone is unique unto itself. Always take time and care to choose the one that [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The look is rich, the feel is luxurious and the material is durable.  Such is the definition of natural stone countertop.  Whether it comes in the form of a slab or produced as individual tiles each piece of the natural stone is unique unto itself.<br />
Always take time and care to choose the one that will work best for your needs. Most are virtually maintenance free and some require a bit of tender loving care to look their best such as regular staining or oiling. Natural stone countertops come in a variety of finishes with the most common being polished, high gloss, honed or matte. Below are some of the variables of living stone countertops.</p>
<p>Granite is the most durable of the natural stone countertops.  The only harder stone is the diamond.  It will not scratch, crack or chip and can withstand heat. It can though break dishes or glasses if set down too hard. Granite is available in rich colors and a polish that won&#8217;t wear off.  Since granite is porous you need reseal it about once a year.<br />
Soapstone, which is primarily made up of the mineral talc is popular in both modern or country style kitchens.  The nature of soapstone means acids won&#8217;t etch the stone and the stains can be easily sanded out.  Homeowners tend to like the not so perfect soapstone and view it as character instead of flaws.  Mineral oil brings out its rich, dark color and makes it shine.<br />
The sleek and elegant marble countertop is timeless. Usually found in the baker&#8217;s kitchen, it is the serious bakers&#8217; choice for rolling dough. Marble is more porous than granite so it requires sealant to be applied more frequently to prevent stains.  Since it is not nearly as hard as some other stone countertops, it is best to be used in small sections instead than the primary countertop.</p>
<p>It seems like new information is discovered about something every day. And the topic of Kitchen Remodel is no exception. Keep reading to get more fresh news about Kitchen Remodel.</p>
<p>Beautiful slate is available in tones of gray, green, purple and black.  It&#8217;s certainly not just for roofs or floors anymore. Slate is definitely  becoming a popular choice in the kitchen. Its beauty and strength make it a durable and stylish option. As with soapstone, regular treatment with mineral oil will bring out the beauty of this material. Any scratches can usually be removed by rubbing with a damp sponge. Deeper scratches can be buffed out by using steel wool.<br />
 Limestone consists mainly of calcite, a neutral-toned mineral. Limestone varies in hardness but is a more porous stone that stains easily.  It requires regular resealing to prevent stains. </p>
<p>Quartz is an interesting stone countertop. Though often called engineered stone, this material is composed of natural quartz mixed with epoxy resin binders. Quartz is an incredibly hard and durable surface. It is nonabsorbent that makes it more user friendly and stain resistant. It is basically maintenance free with just a simple wipe off with warm water. Different pigments are mixed in the making of the quartz surfacing and because of this there are beautiful colors to choose from.<br />
 Lava stone is a more unusual countertop material that is often sold under the French brand name Pyrolave.  Lava stone is quarried in France then enameled and fired.  It has a very high gloss finish and colors can be customized.  </p>
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		<title>Kitchen Remodeling Ideas and Floors</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 03 Apr 2010 16:12:43 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[It is easy to be excited when shopping for kitchen flooring after we have gone through hundreds of home interior design magazines but it is not advisable to choose a material based on looks alone. Narrow the choices to a few of your favorites and then take a trip to a flooring store or home [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It is easy to be excited when shopping for kitchen flooring after we have gone through hundreds of home interior design magazines but it is not advisable to choose a material based on looks alone. Narrow the choices to a few of your favorites and then take a trip to a flooring store or home center for a test drive.</p>
<p>We do most activity in the kitchen while we are standing so it is smart to look for something that is easy on the legs. While shopping take your shoes off and stand on the floor in your stocking feet and see how it feels.  Is the floor comfortable or too hard under your feet?  Put your shoes back on and go for a walk and see how the floor sounds on the noise level. Today&#8217;s kitchens are more open than ever attaching to the den or even opening up to the great room.  The noise from shoes can create problems while others are talking or watching TV.  Remember too that the kitchen is typically the busiest spot in the house so you want a floor that wears well too.  With the kids and the animals it doesn&#8217;t take long to wear the floor down, not to mention all the foot traffic and spills. Durability is important in today&#8217;s full families and ease of maintenance should be taken into consideration too. </p>
<p>These are different floorings to be considered:</p>
<p>Once you begin to move beyond basic background information, you begin to realize that there&#8217;s more to Kitchen Remodel than you may have first thought. </p>
<p>Wood fits a variety of decor styles and is warm underfoot, easy on the legs and is basically a quiet floor option. The maintenance and durability of a wood floor depend greatly on what species of wood is being used and how that wood is finished. One of the worries with wood is that it may be scratched, but wood floors can always be sanded and refinished.<br />
For homeowners who want an exceptionally durable floor and requires little maintenance, laminate is a great option. Laminate is factory-finished and can be easily installed over an existing floor making installation a breeze. While laminate has its advantages, it lacks the warmth and character typically associated with natural wood and some may find it noisy. </p>
<p>Ceramic tile allows for a great deal of customization in terms of colors and patterns. Though tile is easy to clean with a damp mop, the surrounding grout can be difficult to maintain and keep clean. Ceramic tile can be very hard on the legs not to mention dropped dishes. It doesn&#8217;t help with sound control in the kitchen and can be quite cold underfoot.<br />
If you are on a tight budget than vinyl sheeting  or peel and stick tiles are for you. Vinyl is easy to install and is available in an endless array of colors and patterns. One of the drawbacks to vinyl floors is that the edges can curl and peel. </p>
<p>Linoleum flooring is making a comeback due to its green appeal.  Made from linseed oil, cork dust, wood flour, tree resins, ground limestone and pigments, this kitchen flooring is environmentally friendly.  There are other green options that are environmentally friendly but of course there are advantages and disadvantages to each type of flooring.  The key is to go with your own kitchen flooring ideas and in the long run your floor will reflect your taste and fit with your lifestyle.</p>
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