Well... it's fall. Which means that for a lot of homeowners, they will be weathering the long, cold days by doing a few  home renovations  to pass the time. But what do you do if your kitchen is beautiful, your bathroom is magnificent, and your living room is to die for? The master bedroom of course! So for the weekend warrior chomping at the bit for a project this season, here are some of fall's hottest master bedroom trends. 1. Reclaimed Materials It's been done to coffee tables for years. You take an old wire spool or piece if barn wood, and you refashion it into something great and useful. Well, now the exact same process is being done for headboards and nightstands. Old and raw woods, like pines and cedars, are perfect for the job. It adds old world charm with a modern flair, and looks spectacular. 2. Commercial-Grade Style...

When you’re moving into a new home, you’ll probably be  painting & papering  to produce the exact effect you’re looking for.  Many people get lost when they look at the various shades of paint available in the same color.  The differences appear so slight at first glance that it’s difficult to decide which is the right one for you.  As general contractors, we can help you resolve your dilemma, since we’ve painted and papered many homes according to the specifications of homeowners.  Still, here are a few questions you can ask yourself before beginning the process of painting or papering your home: Have you decided what furniture you’re going to use?   You obviously want to make sure that your walls match with your furniture.  You don’t want to go with an exact match but you might want to stay in the same color family.  So if your sofa is a...

When you buy your first home, your dream may have finally come true. But the joy of simply owning a home can quickly become overshadowed by tasks and maintenance that you will need to perform to keep everything running smoothly.  So while the average homeowner knows that a little DIY can go a long way when it comes to  painting and papering , for those who are not so do it yourself-inclined, there are a few things you should familiarize yourself with before you begin. Proper Painting Prep Title alliteration aside, proper preparation when you decide to paint a room is imperative if you want your project's appearance to shine and last. Sprucing up a room with paint is the quickest and easiest way to add your personal touch to your home. But prep work is a must. Succeed by following these simple rules: - Remove fixturing and hardware that may...