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FEATURES

4The Remodel

5 Building BlocksFor Success

6Open a New Window

A Guide to Energy Efficiency

8Be Our Guest

Turn an Empty Room Into A

Welcome One.

10

Do-It-Yourself DesignBring Function Back to

Your Furniture.

14Water Features

Making a Splash

16Deck the Walls

Exterior Holiday Decor

18Grill Seeker

20Deck the Walls

Create Your

Winter Wonderland

22Bathroom Redesign

24The Perfect Closet

26Backyard Decor

Give Your Back View a New Look

28Get Off the Floor

Take Tile to a New Level

30Home ReinventionCreating New Space

In Your Old Place

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An energy efficient window is one that

increases the insulation values to be closer

to the efficiency of your walls, says Roma

Brandon of Milgard in Sacramento. U-Factor

rating measures the resistance of energy

through the windows (similar to how they

rate the different insulation in your walls), and

Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) measuresthe windows ability to block the heat that enters

into the home from the sun. For both of these

measurements, a lower rating is better.

According to Brandon, there are several

ways to upgrade a window, from more efficient

glass with Low-E 3 coatings to spacers to

injecting a heavier gas, like argon, between

two panes. We do have energy packages

that incorporate these options and help our

windows exceed Energy Star standards by as

much as 26 percent, says Brandon.

The benefits of new windows go beyondenergy efficiency, improving sound resistance

with dual pane glass or vinyl, and adding

instant curb appeal. Window replacement is

the only improvement that you can make to

your home that will not only improve the value

of your home because of the curb appeal, but

will also reduce the amount of energy required

to maintain a comfortable environment inside,

notes Brandon.

How much does new window installation

cost? That really depends on the fit and

finish of the home says Brandon. Shesuggests a consultation with a professional

to discuss costs, which can vary from $300

to $1,000 per opening and be completed in

anywhere from one day to several for more

complicated jobs.

If you want to keep your budget down and

still get the benefits of new windows without

replacing your current ones, theres another

option to consider: window films. Ourcompany carries hundreds of different types

of insulating window films in a variety of styles

and finishes to solve many heat, cold, glare, or

UV situations as well as many different types

of decorative films to give a custom look or

finish, says Charles Doyle of Energy One in

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a standard dual-pane vinyl frame window up

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the glass (on the inside pane of glass just like

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Window film like V-Kool can start savingon energy bills in as little as 18 months, blocks

up to 99.9 percent of harmful UV from intense

sun, provides glare control and makes glass

stronger in case of sudden accidents. And

unlike outdated versions, films introduced in

the last 20 years include metal to reflect heat,

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Their current panes not only allowed an

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Folsoms Donna Grant, owner of

Creative Concrete Products, has been in

the business for more than 30 years. Shesays that in this area many homeown-

ers are opting for water designs in their

landscaping because of the soothing

ambiance water features can provide.

Peoples tastes are very individual, so

Ive seen orders for fountains, statuaries,

bird baths and ponds a wide variety of

things, Grant says. But no matter the

preference, she adds, everyone likes the

idea of calmness and adding something

that beautifies their surroundings.

Adam and Bill Groth, cousins and co-owners of Barracuda Watergardens in Au-

burn, agree. Including a water feature in

your yard adds depth and texture. Unlike

standard landscaping, water features cre-ate ever-changing sight and sound, says

Adam. Bill adds, they can be enjoyed

day and night [with underwater lighting]

and people admit to finding themselves

staring at them for long periods of time.

Some people say that they now spend

more time outside reading, entertaining

and hanging out with the family next to

their water feature.

There are a few tips that the experts

recommend for homeowners consider-

ing this design technique to complimentthe nature that surrounds their dwellings.

Making a Splash

byMelissa Camilleri Magliola

Water

FeaturesW

ater gardens andother outdoor waterfeatures are a current

trend in landscape design. Rang-ing from birdbaths and fountains,to small ponds and flowing wa-terfalls, water features can add

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Mark Jones, CEO and owner of Turning

Leaf Inc. in Granite Bay, suggests that the

key is, location, location, location (to)

assure the water element is placed just

right to capture the desired attraction.

Because of certain zoning restrictions,however, homeowners should check

with the county before installing larger

water gardens and make sure to obtain

building permits, if necessary.

As with any construction, Michael Saia,

owner of Spring Creek Water Gardens of

El Dorado Hills, encourages homeown-

ers to, check references extensively. Ask

those references how well their feature has

been operating and how well it stays clean;

this will give you an indication of the qual-

ity of work the company offers.It is also important to consider

whether a still or a flowing water design is

more appropriate for your yard. Still wa-

ter is typically best for any plants you may

choose to incorporate into the design and

can offer a reflecting pool aesthetic. On

the other hand, a flowing design creates

the pleasant sounds of a babbling brook,

captivating more of your senses.

Jones, however, points out that the

design options, of course, dont stop with

just flowing or still water. He says hiscompany sees a combination of fire and

water treatments (which) seem to be a

hot trend. For example, Turning Leaf

recently completed an infinity edge pool

that incorporated a fire element along the

waters surface.

In choosing the right design for your

yard, keep in mind the required main-

tenance for the upkeep of your water

feature. Small features such as birdbaths

and miniature still ponds can be easily

kept free of growth and mosquitoes witha few drops of a simple algaecide. But, as

Adam Groth points out, because com-

petition in manufacturing has grown tre-

mendously in the last decade, products

such as pumps and filters have greatly

improved and [have] become more

homeowner-friendly. He says, this has

allowed homeowners and contractors to

choose from top quality products, which,

when installed properly, can greatly re-

duce maintenance and increase enjoy-

ment (of larger water features) for thehomeowner.


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PorchAuthority

by Rachel Mosely

Your Homes

First Impression


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Because a porch is part of the exte-

rior of your house, you may want toconsider the exterior additions youd

like to make first, as they will probably

be the largest investments in terms of

both time and money. For example, you

should decide if youd like your porch

to be screened or open-air. Professional

installation of screens can be expensive,

but you can also find cost-cutting, do-it-

yourself methods on a variety of home

and garden magazine pages, Web sites,

and programs such as Home and Gar-

den Television (HGTV and HGTV.com).Dont rule out this option based on lin-

gering images of your grandmothers

outdated sunroom screens are prac-

tical in combating the elements and

insects, and there are elegant, modern

options available. The same rules go for

porticos, awnings, and other architec-

tural details such as railings and balus-

trades. There is an unlimited number

of options in style and detailing; and

do-it-yourself resources are available

with various levels of difficulty (if yourelooking to save a dollar). That said, its

always a good idea to consult a profes-

sional before taking on a major home

improvement project, and its always a

bad idea to make structural changes to

your home without substantial knowl-

edge and experience.

Once the structure of your porch

is determined, you can decide how to

furnish it. The porch should be a place

to relax, unwind and enjoy yourself,

whether youre alone or with family andfriends, and the seating you choose can

help you get there. Wicker and rattan

are popular outdoor choices, but thereare alternatives such as teak wood and

wrought iron. Consider a bench or a

chaise lounge to achieve a laid-back, yet

stylish atmosphere. Use cushions, pil-

lows and floor coverings to add charm,

comfort and interest without breaking

the bank. Maximize the space, as well as

the time and money you invest in it, by

using your porch for meals and entertain-

ing, as well as other activities that you and

your family normally do inside. A small

bistro table can make a perfect spot for

breakfast, a morning coffee, or studying,and kids toys can be stowed away inside

Aporch is more than an extra room attached to your house it is also a unique de-sign space where the indoors meets the outdoors. There are twice as many waysto make an impact with the freedom that a porch provides you can combine

the stately elegance of exterior architecture with the soft touches of interior design. Especially

in the case of the front porch, impact is key. As the welcoming point of your home, the front

porch can just as easily say stay away as it can say come on in!

a storage bench after playtime.

Now that youve outfitted your porchwith the basics, you can add the fin-

ishing touches that make it a part of

your home. This is a great space to get

into the spirit of each season with fes-

tive decorations. Its also an excellent

display space for plants and flowers. An

arbor, trellis or pergola is a beautiful way

to support climbing plants, although it

requires substantial care and mainte-

nance; to achieve a similar effect with

less work, try hanging plants. Nostalgic

and whimsical pieces such as rockingchairs, porch swings, planter boxes,

ceiling fans and shutters dont have to

look old-fashioned a single vintage

piece can look charming without be-

ing overdone. And if youre working

with an especially tight space or budget,

spruce up items that are already part

of the entrance to your home, such as

address numbers, lighting, letterboxes,

walkways, or paint colors. Its said that

you never get a second chance to make

a first impression, and your home is noexception to the rule!


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auto body, would you? Of course not, since

thats pin-up country. The same rule applies

to home style. If you are meticulous about

interior aesthetics, be equally fastidious out-

doors. Is your house wood or brick? Are

you a stainless steel modern or a brick-oventraditionalist? Perhaps you love modern

technology, but Old World style. If youre

at all doubtful, consult a design professional

to help extend your homes stylistic bent

by seamlessly integrating your backyard

kitchen into its surroundings.

It is not advisable to install an outdoor

kitchen yourself. Installation and custom

fabrication require an expert touch. Do-

ing the remodeling yourself is a seductive

proposition, especially when it means sav-

ing a few bucks. Still, its a probable, but in-visible long-term cost. If youre still tempted,

consider your homes resale value. The

difference between quality construction

and a clumsy but well-meaning attempt

to remodel may be a pricey risk you cant

afford. The National Kitchen and Bath As-

sociation (NKBA) suggests sticking to the

basics and putting thought into what others

would like about your kitchen. Someoneelse might own it one day and youll want

to make sure you get your moneys worth!

The right designer can provide high style

on a low budget.

Appoint a qualified professional. The

NKBA advocates meeting with several de-

signers to exchange ideas. Check qualifica-

tions; ask for references and a portfolio, and

make sure to discuss your budget. If pos-

sible, schedule a visit to their showroom or

retail facility. But dont be afraid to contract

with a new designer if he or she commu-nicates well, satisfies your taste and shares

your style philosophy. If you feel pushed

out of your comfort zone, keep looking.

Site planning is critical to the process

of building. The outdoor kitchen is an ex-

tension of your living space, so backyard

kitchens are designed to accommodate a

way of life. As we all know, life style is im-

portant, but safety is paramount. Backyard

kitchens are susceptible to the same hazards

as traditional kitchens, so placement is ex-

tremely important. Structures should beinstalled away from dangers that, left unat-

tended, may cause fires or worse. Addition-

ally, proper flooring is crucial. Marble and

tile surfaces are not the best options due to

slickness, and are not advised for children.

Practicalities and protection are other

reasons to plan accurately. For example,

positioning an outdoor kitchen next to the

house cuts down on electrical and plumb-

ing costs. Aesthetic positioning extensive

or limited that aims for a dynamic view

is likely to cost more because such installa-

tion may require reconstruction. To maxi-

mize a view while protecting a structurefrom elemental damage, locate outdoor

units under an awning. The same effect

can be achieved with limited resources by

positioning a smaller island or portable

grill under an umbrella. Since we live in

a temperate climate, all-weather units are

more of a luxury than a necessity. Still, for

optimum protection, enclosures and pro-

tective equipment are always good ideas.

Maintenance is key. The same rules ap-

ply to the outdoor kitchen as to any other

part of the home. Items left unchecked raisesimilar safety concerns and may lead to

faulty equipment. Design your backyard

kitchen so that maintenance is easy, as well

as cleaning and repairs. The more acces-

sible the equipment and accessories are, the

more likely they will benefit from regular

cleanings, which cut down on unnecessary

and expensive repair or replacement costs.

If you have a hard time keeping the sink

clear of dishes, how will you be at clean-

ing an outdoor grill? Honestly assess your

willingness and then proceed.Customized backyard kitchens are a

popular alternative to setting the table these

days. With a variety of prices, models, and

brands, there is something to meet every

budget and taste. Trust the local experts to

build your dream kitchen.


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We all know that getting dressed

in the morning can be a chal-

lenge. It is much easier to ac-

complish this task when you know that

you can get to whats in your closet. All too

often, poor organization and an inefficient

design lead to clutter and spending hours

trying to find the perfect outfit.

Take Terry and Wendy for example. They

have a couple of unique problems with

their walk-in master closet. They bothlike to hang their slacks full length, and

by Russell Reyes

tion project is to identify what you have.

This starts with sorting your clothing into

things you wear and things that just take

up space. A good rule of thumb is if you

havent worn it in a year unless it is a sea-

sonal item or if its ripped, stained, out-

dated, or just doesnt fit anymore, get rid

of it. My clients usually end up donating a

few bags of clothing to a local charity.

Once you know what you have, you

can decide what kind of space you willneed. If you keep many folded items in

with Terry being 6 plus, his slacks are

very long. Although they did have dou-

ble hanging throughout the closet, there

was not enough shelf space in their exist-

ing wire rack system. There also wasnt

enough shelf space for their folded gar-

ments, forcing Wendy to stack them on the

top shelf, almost out of her reach. Finally,

the closets design did not fully use the 10

height of the ceiling. Just by looking at the

before pictures, you can see what I mean.The key to tackling any closet organiza-

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your closet, you will need shelving. If the

bulk of your clothing is pants and tops,

then the majority of your hanging should

be double hanging. If you only have a few

tall hung items like dresses and long coats,

then maybe a little space can be devoted tothe traditional tall hanging. The solution

for Terry and Wendy was to extend their

closet up to eight feet, giving them a larger

space for double hung items and very tall

spaces for their long slacks and dresses.

If you have a lot of shoes, be sure to plan

a space to store them. I always include a

shoe wall for my clients, so the days of

mismatched pairs and shoe clutter on the

floor are gone!

Now that you know what you need, it is

time to call a professional to help you withyour closet, or, if you are the do-it-yourself

type, it is time to hit the hardware stores.

One word of caution here as the old ad-

age goes you get what you pay for!

Look for quality above price-point, be-

cause your closet will have to support a lot

of weight. Out of the box components are

designed for average use, and if you plan

on stuffing them with clothing, you may

not get the longevity you are looking for.

Remember, clothes are HEAVY. Make sure

you choose sturdy components, madefrom at least 1/2 Melamine or plywood,

with 3/4 being the best choice. Look for

components that will allow you flexibility

if your storage needs change down the

road. For example, you may need to add

shelves where hanging once was. As for

the hanging, make sure your new closet

has adjustable hang bars, so that you canmove them up or down depending on

what your needs are. For shoes, instead of

buying those little cubbies that rest on the

floor, try adding shelves at 6 intervals to

an existing shelf wall, and get those shoes

up where you can see them. It will save

you from stooping down every morning

to pick a pair of shoes.

Sliding wire baskets make great alterna-

tives to drawers in a closet, and are usually

less expensive. They are great for lingerie,

tees, socks, or handbags. Dont forget thelittle details like a belt rack and a tie rack

if needed. Mount a four or five prong coat

rack on an unused part of the closet and

you have a great place to keep all those

baseball caps. Other useful accessories

include a slide out valet pole, removable

hampers and even fold down ironing

boards for larger, walk-in closets.

Dont be intimidated by small closets

either; they usually benefit the most from

a new closet system and in a lot of cases

they can get up to 50% more storage! Newhomebuilders are installing at least double

hung wire systems in the closets, but if

you have a wooden, single-bar contractor-

grade closet, 50% of the space is going

unused.

In Terry and Wendys case, we doubled

up a lot of hanging and added a lot of badly

needed shelving, without compromis-ing the need for tall hanging as well see

the after pictures. They were astounded

by how much more space they had! A

closet like this could have been installed

by the homeowner in one weekend, with

a professional design and precision cut

components delivered to their door. If you

know how to use a level, cordless drill and

hack saw, doing it yourself can save you as

much as 30%. Make sure the instructions

are clear and there is a phone number you

can call if you need help.Another organizational tip: When you

are putting your closet back together, cat-

egorize your clothing (pants with pants,

skirts with skirts, etc.) and sort by color,

going from light to dark. And, have all

your clothes facing the same direction.

Youll be amazed how much easier it is to

find that perfect pair of black pants when

all the black pants are grouped together.

Once youve figured out what to keep

and what should go, and more impor-

tantly, youve got the right design for yourindividual closet, getting dressed in the

morning will be a breeze.


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Theres nothing new about using

tile for a flooring surface. For

years, homeowners have en-

joyed tiles durability in handling foot

traffic. But more and more designers arereceiving requests from homeowners to

get creative with their tile designs: on

backsplashes, fireplaces, even walls.

Kara Grannes, interior designer with

Interiors by Decorating Den and Brush-

Strokes, Inc. in Folsom has seen this

increase in alternative uses for tile over

the past eight years as a member of the

National Kitchen and Bath Association.

Especially living in California, she

says, there are wonderful influences

of Spanish, Italian and Moroccan styles,toward which homeowners gravitate

styles that lend themselves to tile work

on surfaces other than floors.

PoPular Projects

Many homeowners are using ceramic

tile and natural stone in areas of their

home where they want to make a state-

ment, says Michael Bennett, owner of

Bennett Tile Company in Roseville, and

member of both the Placer County and

Sacramento Builders Associations. Hesays that hes tiled baths to give the aes-

thetic of a Roman spa, and even tiled

the walls in his own laundry room. I

will never have to paint that room again

because of scuff marks from coming in

and out of the garage, he says. Deco-

rative kitchen backsplashes and tiled

wall mosaics have also gained popularity

over the last few years.

But homeowners arent just sticking

to tiling indoors. Outdoor projects like

backyard kitchens counters, fireplaces,and even exterior walls allow people

to show off their design taste. Use of

unique color combinations, sizes, and

textures can create a design that fits a

homeowners personality and lifestyle,

says Joe Pestoni, a 20-year licensed tile

installer and owner/CEO of Elegant Tile

in El Dorado.

Why tile?

In this economy, it is important that

home improvement projects be costeffective and long lasting. As Pestoni

points out, unlike other design me-

diums, repairs and replacements [of

tile] are easy. If there is a crack in the

countertop, no problem! Just replace

the cracked tile(s) rather than the entire

countertop.

Besides easy maintenance, ceramictile can be considered a green product.

The products used to make ceramic tile

and the products used to install it do

not emit VOCs or harmful vapors in

the environment, which pleases earth-

conscious consumers. Installed prop-

erly, ceramic tile lasts a lifetime, which

keep future replacement costs down and

landfills clear, says Bennett.

Plus, the variety of aesthetics is end-

less. There are tiles made to look like

wood, without the maintenance ofwood. There are ceramic tiles made to

look like natural stone. This can keep

the cost down, [and] the wow factor

in, Grannes says.

Photoistockphoto.com/jimkruger.

DO-IT-YOURSELF!

So yore sold on the idea of tile in yor

home design, bt want to take a stab

at a project on yor own? Why not try

something simple first. Our local experts

suggest trying a tabletop first, whether an

even squared pattern or a mosaic pattern.If a tabletop seems too extreme to start,

consider tiling a serving tray. However,

Bennett adds, installing tile can take years

of practice to do the job right so that it lasts

for years to come. If you are unsure with

your home improvement abilities, a deco-

rator or licensed contractor can definitely

help make your design idea a reality.

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Bennett Tile Company

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Ble Ribbon Tile Company

Folsom/Shingle Springs

916-983-3210/530-672-2122

El Dorado Floor & Design

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eldoradosgcarpet.com

Elegant Tile in El Dorado

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Interiors By Decorating Den

Brush Strokes, Inc.916-294-9727

uniquebrushstrokes.com

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home

reinventionCreating New SpaceIn Your Old Placeby Lynn Machon

These days, more than ever before, savvy homeowners

have discovered that renovating their house is an excit-

ing way to get a new, upgraded home without changing

their address. Especially when it comes to resale values,

experts say updating a kitchen or bathroom could be the

best money you ever spend on your place.

A Room Without a View

Homeowners and husband and wife team, Hal Eilersen

and Nancy Woods, have lived in their Granite Bay home

15 years and love the natural setting of their property. Thehouse is located on a really pretty piece of land, with lots P

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of oaks and granite and redwoods around, says Eilersen. But, he says, the homes original construction didnt

take advantage of those beautiful views. In fact, he says, the view to the outside was mostly blocked from the

kitchen, dining and living rooms.

From an aesthetic standpoint, the Eilersen/Woods home needed updating as well. The kitchen counters

and backsplash were covered in small white tile, and the cabinets were a dark wood. Without much natural

lighting, the living space felt small and dark.

Yet Eilersen says, the decision to remodel their home in spring 2008 wasnt just as much about fashion as

it was about function. My wife and I are vegetarians, so the cooking that we do takes a lot of time, he says.

The kitchen wasnt laid out very well for two people to cook at the same time. We were always bumping into

each other and ghting over who got the sink, he laughs.In turn, Eilersen and Woods decided they needed a change. We basically wanted to open up the whole

area, improve the views and improve the functionality of the kitchen. A Lesson Plan in Remodeling

Enter Kent Eberle, owner of Eberle Remodeling in Sacramento. Since 1985, Eberles rm has handled strictly

residential remodeling, which after 25 years in the business, includes mostly repeat customers and referrals.

Once a physical education teacher by trade, Eberle says remodeling a home is a lot like following a lesson

plan. It really boils down to details, you have to get from point A to point B and the more you can spell it

out, the better youll be, he says.

Eberle says that for most homeowners, the decision to remodel is largely nancial. In addition to the

costs associated with moving, if theyve been in their home for any amount of time, theyve got equity built

up in the home. Its always better to upgrade a home rather than change tax brackets with a new one.

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With the Eilersen/Woods project, Eber-

le says the opportunities for improvement

were obvious. There was very little view

out of the back or sides of the home, he

says. When you rst walked in there was a

large brick column and wall that separated

the family room from kitchen.

We basically just gutted the whole area

and opened it up, creating more of a great

room effect, he says. Then we added large

picture windows with casements on either

side, exterior doors, and for even morelighting we used recessed can lights and low

voltage under-cabinet lights. Even with de-

cades of projects under his belt, Eberle ad-

mits, It was really quite a dramatic change.

Details Make the Difference

In addition to structurally opening up the

living space, the remodel included upgrades

to the kitchen, living room, dining room, en-

tryway and guest bath. Along the way, cus-

tom details personalized the project.

The kitchen cabinets were made ofred birch with a unique wider-than-normal

frame and Durango-style doors. The ex-

tensive granite countertops were a feature

Eilersen says took forever to pick out. We

went to every granite shop in the area to

nd one we liked and that there was enough

of for the job. In nishing the kitchen, stain-

less steel xtures were added.

As part of the remodel project, new

wood ooring was extended from the

kitchen into the family room, the entryway

was tiled and a hand railing from family room

to living room was redone. Another specialtouch for the cooking couple was the ad-

dition of two full size sinks in the kitchen

versus the typical main sink and prep sink.

Eilersen agrees the kitchen is now the

major attraction of the home, but he says

the whole house just seems brighter and

more youthful. Eilersen admits that when it

comes to their new view, they had no idea

what they were missing. Im not sure we

ever anticipated how nice it would be to

have the house more open to the views of

the outside. We just love it now; its beensuch a nice change.

omeeinvention

Kitchen inDespair

Another Granite Bay kitchen was in dire

need o a renovation. The ormer room

was a tight, dark space with limited

preparation room, and only allowed or

one cook. The homeowners enlisted

Precision Cabinetry and Design to

remodel their kitchen. They provided

design schematics, material selection,

an electrical plan, product ordering

and then construction.

With a primary aim o creating a

warm, inviting, ecient, open and

large space, they transormed the

kitchen into a unctional and beau-

tiul, bright workspace and opened

up the space as a whole, removing

the dividing cabinetry. They worked

with the existing foor material and

installed dark cherry wood cabinets

that magnicently complemented

the Purple Dunes granite counter-tops in a leather nish. The large,

central butcher block island aorded

the homeowners ample preparation

space and a perect spot to gather

when entertaining. A stainless steel

Kohler sink, Moen aucet and new

appliances completed the renova-

tion and polished o its nished ap-

pearance or a striking remodel.

Visit stylemg.com for more

details, photos, and thehomeowners thoughts on

the Precision Cabinetry and

Design kitchen rennovation.

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Remodeling has become one

of Americas favorite pastimes.

Whether you are remodeling yourkitchen, adding a new addition, or

putting in a sunroom, remodeling

can be an enjoyable experience and

a great way to increase the value of

your single largest asset.

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One of the most exciting aspects of remodeling is planning the project.

Not only is planning fun, it is also very important to the success of the

job. Unfortunately, however, there are a number of problems that can

occur when making changes to your home. But with some foresight,

common sense and the following tips, you can eliminate most of thesepotential problems before they have a chance to take root.

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Tip 1:Hire the correct contractor. De-

ciding who to hire for your remodeling

project may be the most important deci-

sion you will have to make. Employing a

professional contractor is a safeguard thatyour home improvement will be done

right, within budget, and on time.

When hiring a contractor, check to

make sure he or she is bonded, insured,

meets all state and local licensing require-

ments, and is a member of a professionaltrade association such as the Sacramento

Chapter of the National Association of the

Remodeling Industry. To find a profes-sional remodeling contractor, either call


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the Chapter office at 916-456-1200 or

visit their website at www.narisacto.org.

Tip 2: Proper planning. Your fin-

ished project will only be as good as the

design and planning that went into it.

Whether you are doing the remodel your-

self or hiring a contractor, it is important tolook over the blueprints and schematics to

make sure the design is exactly what you

want. If you are building an addition, be

sure your current heating and air condi-

tioning system has the capability to heat

and cool the extra space. If a contractor

is handling the work, he or she should

know if current systems need to be up-graded.

Without proper planning, you prob-

ably wont end up with the home improve-

ment youve been dreaming about. Not

only can the project look unsightly, it can

also end up costing you a lot of money

to fix unexpected problems and make

changes. Planning is essential. Tip 3: Consider all options. Even


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if you think you have the perfect design

for your home, be open to suggestions.

Avoid picking new colors for your home

based on a sample card from a paint store.

The small cards are not enough of a guide

to judge color intensity. Instead, paint aposter board your desired color and put

it on the wall. Look at it during different

times of the day and from various dis-

tances to decide if this is the color you

really want.

Increasing your imagination and visu-

alizing alternative choices allows you to

make better, more informed decisions. It

also helps to talk to your contractor or in-

terior designer about the different options

available on the market. Their expertise

can save you a lot of time and frustration. Tip 4:Pick the best products for your

budget. Your home is your most valu-

able asset, and it pays to protect that asset.

This means not using low quality products

when remodeling. Even though there are

a variety of design techniques and prod-

ucts available on todays market, you dont

want to cut corners in the hopes of saving

a few dollars and put quality at risk. This

is especially true if you plan on staying in

your home for a long period of time.

Inferior products can be a hazard toyou and your home. They can also end up

costing you more in the long run through

increased energy bills, maintenance costs,

and replacement fees.

Tip 5:Dont overextend yourself on a

do-it-yourself project. Creating additional

problems and not having the expertise tofinish a project once you start it are two

pitfalls encountered by do-it-yourselfers.

Not only will you have to deal with the

added levels of frustration, but your costs

can also skyrocket when additional work

needs to be done. You might also have

trouble finding a contractor who will fix

your problems. Some remodelers refuse to

take on a do-it-yourself project gone bad.

And with contractors busier than ever, it

may be a long time before one can fit your

job into an already busy schedule.Even though most homeowners enjoy

working around the home, there comes

a time when a job is just too big for their

capabilities. Before starting a job, know

what is involved and what your limitations

are.

Tip 6: Start a job at the appropriate

time. Timing is critical when planning a

home improvement project. Pick a start

date and an approximate finish date that

best fits your schedule and your contrac-

tors schedule. Be realistic. Dont expect akitchen remodel to be completed in two

weeks when it could take more than a

month just to get the cabinets from the

manufacturer.

Timing the project can also reduce

stress. You dont want to have your kitchen

torn apart when youre planning a holidaydinner or have your water turned off while

hosting company. If you are planning an

addition and need to have part of your

home opened up, think about what time

of the year would be best to have the home

exposed to the weather. You may want to

plan your family vacation to coincide with

the remodeling project.

Tip 7: Avoid the domino effect. Its

easy for homeowners to fall prey to the

domino effect - so watch out. This hap-

pens when you have one room in thehome remodeled, such as the kitchen,

and it looks so good that you want to have

the living room done, then the bedroom,

then the bathroom. Before you know it,

you have the contractor working in every

room in the house, If youre looking to

overextend your budget, this is a great way

to do it.

Its natural to ask your contractor ques-

tions while he or she is in your home but

dont be impulsive. If you do decide to

have another room remodeled, go throughthe same careful planning stages that you


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took for your initial project and create a new

budget.

Tip 8: Manage your budget. You cre-ated a budget for a good reason - so stick to

it. You dont want to end up short on cash

and not be able to finish your project, and

you dont want to end up so far in debt

that you will regret ever making any home

improvements. Work with your contractor.

He or she should know how much money

you are willing to invest in the remodeling

project, and the professional can help your

job stay within cost.

You should also keep ten percent of your

budget as a reserve for the unexpected. Un-foreseen costs will inevitably arise, and you

dont want to get caught unprepared. The

reserve will allow for any sudden increase

in materials. Tip 9: Avoid over remodeling for

your neighborhood. No matter how much

money you invest in your home, there is

only so much that you will be able to re-

coup if you decide to sell it. So if resale is in

your future, know your limits. Check the

real estate market to see what homes in your

area are worth. You will not increase the

resale value of your home by remodeling if

your home is already at its maximum value

for your neighborhood.

If you plan to stay in your home for along period of time, however, then spend

whatever is necessary on remodeling to

make you feel comfortable.

Tip 10:Know your rights. Before yousign any contract, be sure you know what

is involved. Dont blindly sign any contract

and sign away your rights as a consumer.

A contract should include a comprehensive

description of the project, a payment sched-

ule, a timetable, and the types of products

that will be used. The responsibilities of the

contractor and any subcontractors should

also be detailed.

A contract also needs to list provisions

for warranties, changes in procedures, and

in case problems arise, alternative disputeresolution clauses.


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