Ideas & Tips

Home Remodeling Ideas & Tips

Remodeling your bathroom or kitchen can be a big, intimidating task. From figuring out the costs to finding the right contractor, a remodeling project is sure to challenge any homeowner.

Perhaps the most enjoyable part of remodeling any room is figuring out what design you want to implement. Choosing a design is more than picking a color palette: it can involve choosing materials, figuring out the size of the room, and determining storage space.

Additionally, you may want to stay up-to-date with the latest design and remodeling trends. If you’re looking for inspiration or creative home remodeling ideas, read on! All About Bathrooms Ideas and Tips guide is sure to get your creative juices flowing.

Need to ask questions about kitchen or bathroom remodeling? Contact us now! Our team would be happy to answer your questions.

 

Choosing the Right Flooring for your Home

Your house should be the oasis that you arrive at after a long day at the office, or after a mammoth shopping trip. You should feel that sense of relaxation as soon as you step inside your home.

This is precisely why your interior’s flooring is so important, and why choosing the right option for every room will truly transform the way you see your home.

Before you decide though, here are a few factors to take into consideration:

  • Your budget.
  • The moisture level in the room that you’re applying the new flooring.
  • Are you looking for a DIY option?
  • The level of care you’re willing to take in maintaining your floors.

Your kitchen

The heart of the home requires some extra thought as this is most likely a high foot-traffic room that could also be the site of many a spill.

While beautiful hardwood may be aesthetically pleasing in the kitchen, it may not be the most practical. A beautiful ceramic or porcelain tile would be more suitable. It’s much more forgiving and easier to clean.

If your heart is set on wood, there is a variety of wood-looking tile options on the market.

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The bathroom

This is another hub of activity in the house and also the space with the highest moisture level.

However, and perhaps surprisingly, vinyl has become a popular option for this space. Because it comes in a sheet, there are no sneaky cracks for water to escape into. It also comes in a range of colors, ensuring the perfect match for the décor.

If you’re looking for something a bit more traditional, a porcelain tile is the way to go. Apart from adding a certain style to the space, it is also perfect to use if you’re considering installing underfloor heating.

Your living or family room

This space opens up a world of possibilities when it comes to flooring, most of it dependent on your personal preferences.

While hardwood is most likely the popular choice, it does come with a bit of a heavy price tag. It also requires a higher level of care and maintenance.

Laminate, on the other hand, is a cheaper option and has become increasingly popular thanks to its durability and color options.

Wall-to-wall carpets are also an option but they involve professional cleaning and more maintenance. Area rugs on hardwood or laminate flooring may be the perfect solution. 

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Bedrooms

This is very similar to the living area in that hardwood, laminate, and carpets are all possible options.

However, carpets may be a bigger drawcard as they invoke a sense of soft comfort and elegance in the bedroom, which is probably what you’re looking for.

Laminate or wood flooring with area rugs could still be a great compromise with soft rugs being placed on each side of the bed so that early morning feet don’t touch the cold floor.

 

Contact us today if you need any more flooring advice for your home.

 

References

https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/home/decorating-ideas/tips/a32172/best-flooring-for-each-room/

https://www.thespruce.com/how-to-choose-flooring-1821631

The Room-by-Room Guide to Flooring

 

Images courtesy of Pixabay.

Get Your Home Winter Ready

While the alluring scent of pumpkin continues to permeate just about everywhere, we’d like you to take a minute to think about a couple of months from now. Specifically, is your home ready for winter?

We’re not talking about ensuring that you’re stocked up on cocoa and firewood, although these should be on the list. We’re thinking more about whether or not your pipes and plumbing will withstand the freeze, or if your house is properly insulated against below-freezing temperatures. Essentially, we want you to think about winterizing your home.

There are many solutions to make sure that your house is warm, cozy and above all, safe, during the winter months. Let’s look at a few ways to do just that. 

Keeping the cold out

While you may be planning on spending most of the upcoming chilly days warmly ensconced in your home, you need to make sure that your home’s interior is indeed warm.

You should start by having a look at your doors and windows and checking that there are no cracks or small gaps present. This would allow the cold air to filter into your home and have you reaching for that extra blanket in no time. Services like window caulking will have those gaps sealed up in no time. You may also want to invest in storm windows depending on where you live.

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While you’re outside…

When it comes to your roof and gutters, prevention is definitely better than cure. There are few things worse than getting up on the roof while its snowing or raining to replace a roof shingle.

Rather do these replacements before winter strikes. In addition, you should ensure that your roof is strong enough to handle the weight of snow settling on it. You should also check and clean out your gutters of any lingering debris from the fall months.

Embrace insulation

In this case, let’s start with your pipes as the frozen variety is no joke when it comes to winter. Exposed pipes first need to be covered with electrical heating tape and can then be insulated.

Next, inspect the rest of the home to ensure that you have ample insulation throughout the house to keep that warm air inside and the cold air outside where it belongs. 

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Check the fireplace

Depending on your location, you may need to do this just after the end of summer as those fall days can bring a definite chill in the air.

Check that the chimney hasn’t become a home to birds or other small creatures during the warmer months. It is also a good idea to have your chimney professionally cleaned. Thereafter, you can test if the smoke is indeed being directed straight up the chimney and not into your living room.

Perhaps most important is to make sure that there are no cracks in the mortar joints or the actual firebrick. A stray spark could cause untold damage if it spreads to the interior of the wall.

If you would like to find out how IncePector Handyman can help winterize your home, simply give us a call today!

References

https://www.thespruce.com/easy-home-winterizing-checklist-1824721

https://www.thebalance.com/tips-for-winterizing-your-home-1798327

 

Images courtesy of Pixabay.

Creating an Ergonomically Designed Kitchen

Whether you’re living alone or find yourself cooking for a family of five, you’ve most likely become best friends with your kitchen. From making avo on toast to cooking up your toddler’s favorite meal, the kitchen is your go-to place.

This is why it is essential to ensure that your space is designed in a way that flows and makes sense to your needs. This is where ergonomics comes in. While you may have heard of this term when talking about improving efficiency in the workplace, this specific science can also be applied to your kitchen layout.

Let’s take a look at how you can make make your kitchen work for you.

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Clever countertops

As we all know, everyone looks different and is built differently. If this is the case, why is the same countertop height used for people who are perhaps taller than average?

This average bench height is about 900 millimeters but should definitely be raised if you’ve got more length on you. On the other hand, if you find that this height is too high then drop it. There’s no hard and fast rule about this and it is totally dependant on your preference as you’re the one who will be making use of your workbenches.

Check your hood

This same principle can be applied to your range hood. How many times have you test tasted something cooking on the stove only to bump your head against the hood?

The simple solution is moving it higher up so that it’s not in the way while still doing its job.

Easily accessible cupboards

Storage is extremely important in any kitchen as we need a space to store everything from our baking paraphernalia to that terrible hand-painted casserole dish that your aunt gave you last Christmas.

However, are your cupboards so high that you can’t even reach them? If this is the case then you’re definitely not utilizing your cupboard space, which brings us to our next tip.

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Embrace your kitchen drawers

Don’t get us wrong, cupboards are great. Except when the item you want is right at the back of said cupboard and you’re down on your hands and knees trying to reach it.

Why not use draws instead? You can make them as deep or shallow as you want depending on what you’re planning on storing. Goodbye backaches!

There are plenty of ways to introduce ergonomics into your kitchen and we’re the team to help you do just that. Simply contact us for an appointment and allow us to find the best solution for your kitchen.

Images courtesy of Pixabay.

 

References

Ergonomically Designed Kitchen

https://www.houzz.com.au/magazine/10-top-design-tips-for-an-ergonomic-kitchen-stsetivw-vs~87668573

Simple Storage Solutions for Your Bathroom

storage Simple Storage Solutions for Your Bathroom

Your bathroom can arguably be seen as the most important room in your home. It’s where you go to relax in the tub after a long day, where you enjoy a refreshing shower when you wake up and where you go to make sure you’re practicing good hygiene habits.

Because we spend so much time in the bathroom, we’re bound to accumulate a lot of products. From towels to toothpaste and bubble bath to shower gel, they all need to find a home in perhaps one of the smallest rooms in your house. This is why it’s important to ensure that you maximize the available space to have a beautiful bathroom experience every time.

Let’s look at some smart ways to do that.towels Simple Storage Solutions for Your Bathroom

Bravo for baskets

Baskets are a great way to store items like towels and face cloths while giving your bathroom a farmhouse feel. If you have some free wall space, you could even put up a single long shelf and place your baskets on top of it.

Alternatively, mount some sturdy hooks and hang them up against the wall or even behind the door.

Mobile storage

A bar cart can be used for more than just transporting your favorite drinks. They also work well in bathrooms that have limited cabinets. What’s more, you can move them wherever you need to with just a little nudge.

Welcome back the medicine cabinet

Mounted mirrors are a sleek and modern addition to any bathroom. However, if you’re low on space, a medicine cabinet may be just what you’ve been looking for.

While a safe space to store away your aspirin, it also offers storage for smaller items such as toothpaste, bath salts and oils, and so much more.

Utilizing your toilet space

More specifically, the space above your toilet. This will, of course, depend on your house as sometimes, the bathroom window is situated above the toilet. However, in some case, all that’s there is wasted wall space.

Why not repurpose a smaller cabinet or even install floating shelves to hold baskets and other bathroom paraphernalia?

ladder Simple Storage Solutions for Your BathroomIntroduce a bookshelf

This will obviously depend on the available wall space in your bathroom.

Adding a bookshelf will give you much-needed shelving and provides the perfect canvas to show off all of your prized bathroom possessions and décor. 

Use a ladder                                                                                                                             

We don’t mean to change the lightbulb; we were thinking more of hanging your towels over the rungs.

It doesn’t take up much space and adds a funky feel to the space.

Whether it’s transforming your bathroom or kitchen, we can help. Contact our fantastic team today to schedule an appointment.

 

Images courtesy of Pixabay.

 

References

https://www.hgtv.com/design/rooms/bathrooms/12-clever-bathroom-storage-ideas-pictures

https://www.housebeautiful.com/lifestyle/organizing-tips/g25138857/bathroom-storage-ideas/?slide=8

 

Turn your Bathroom into an Envy Inducing Oasis

bath Turn your Bathroom into an Envy Inducing OasisLife, in general, seems to be getting busier and busier. Your inbox never seems to be down to single-digit numbers, the baby seems to be crankier than usual and you just found your toddler munching away on doggie treats as you’re preparing dinner and the next day’s lunches. You need a break.

As amazing as a visit to the spa sounds, you know it would consist of you finding a babysitter, a dog sitter and an extra couple of hundred of dollars. There is another solution, and it can be found in your very own bathroom.

Essentially, we want you to create your very own oasis. A place to escape when life gets hectic and you just need a minute to breathe. With these small changes, you’ll be able to create a peaceful retreat in the comfort of your home.

Sometimes, the most epic changes don’t need to cost a lot.

Get crazy with candles

What says “I’m here to relax” better than a room full of scented candles? Not only does it provide that special spa-like ambiance, but, depending on the scent, can really allow you to wind down. We’re thinking lavender, patchouli, and jasmine.

Alternatively, you could get flameless battery-operated candles in case the little ones interrupt your moments of serenity.

oils Turn your Bathroom into an Envy Inducing OasisIntroduce an oil diffuser

Awaken your sense of smell with some eucalyptus or citrus oils. You’ll be able to fill your new home-made spa with some delightful scents that will put you in the mood to relax.

Change your showerhead

Installing a rain showerhead is the ideal way to bring the tranquility of the outside into your bathroom.

You could also opt for a massage showerhead for that added bit of luxury and indulgence. 

wood Turn your Bathroom into an Envy Inducing OasisBaby, it’s cold outside

Is there anything better than listening to the pitter-patter of rain against the window while you’re soaking your tub? We can think of one thing – a fireplace in your bathroom.

Listen to the lazy crackle of the wood while feeling your stress melt away.

Keeping warm

If you’re planning to spend a bit more on your bathroom renovation, it might be a good idea to install underfloor heating.

While not as prominent or visible a change as some of our other ideas, heated floors will give your warm comfort on those chilly winter days.

Ready to relax? Contact us to help you bring understated luxury to your bathroom and give you the oasis that you deserve.

 

Images courtesy of Pixabay.

 

References

https://www.energir.com/blogue/en/at-home/10-ways-to-turn-your-bathroom-into-a-peaceful-oasis/

https://www.thespruce.com/perfect-spa-retreat-style-bathrooms-1975792

 

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