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Kitchen Bath Planning Guide Welcome Are you planning a kitchen or bath remodel for 2010? Congratulations.

Remodeling is one of the best values for dollars spent on your home. You can expect to recoup 90 percent of your investment in increased resale value, plus enjoy the pleasures of a newly refreshed kitchen or bath. Whether you’re building new or remodeling in 2010, this guide is designed to help you find the resources you need. From identifying your style and setting a budget to taking inventory of what you want and have, this workbook will help you create that perfect space.

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Room to Cook

Large kitchen, large island

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Look Before You Leap

Ask these questions before remodeling

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Kitchen and Bath Styles

Are you a traditionalist or modernist?

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Practical Pantries, Space-Saver Shelves Can you reach everything?

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The Work Triangle

The kitchen’s three primary work centers

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Decide Your Goals

Why are you remodeling? What can you spend?

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Kitchen Workbook

A checklist for materials, appliances and more

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A checklist for materials, fixtures and more PUBLISHER . . . . . . . . . . .Mike Harrison, Ph.D. ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER . . .Susie Reisenbigler EDITOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Linda Barth CONTRIBUTING WRITERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Leigh Bell, Debi Bryant ART DIRECTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . .Robert Coplin GRAPHIC DESIGNER . . . . . . .Melissa Maxwell CREATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR .Tim Beeson CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Miro Dvorscak SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Frances Dowling ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Lisa Kindred INSIDE SALES . . . . . . . . . .Kim Schwenk Tees PRINTING . . . . . . . . . . . . .DROR International

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Houston’s lushly forested Memorial area is the neighborhood Randy and Debi and their teenage daughter, Cristy, chose when they relocated here from Greensboro, N.C. “We loved the backyard and most of the house,” says Debbie, “but we knew we would have to redo the kitchen. The island was pushed so close to the oven, you couldn’t walk by if the oven door was open.”

Cristy, 18, loves to cook with her mom and plans to attend culinary school. They needed plenty of food prep space to allow them to cook together in the kitchen. Granite countertops, great for prep work and working bread and pie dough, were a must on their wish list, too.

They hired kitchen designer Kirk Craig to redesign the kitchen, and he referred them to three companies to build out the space: ICM Marble & Granite for countertops; Osborne Cabinets for new cabinetry and Susie Adkins of Architectural Design Resources for custom tile backsplashes.

For aesthetic as well as functional reasons, Craig chose to place a huge island, about 5 1/2 feet by 10 1/2 feet, in the middle of the kitchen. The island solved several work-triangle problems

(proximity of stove, sink and refrigerator to the primary work area).

Debbie chose Tropical Green Granite, with shades of verdigris and moss flecked with coppery reds for all the countertops in her kitchen, butler’s pantry and wine cellar. Finding a slab of granite in that color large enough to top the kitchen island was a challenge.

“I hunted all over Houston looking for slabs that would yield the island without joints or seams,” says Dollie Martinez of ICM Marble & Granite.

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The kitchen finished, Debbie and Cristy now love cooking their favorite Southern traditional dishes together in their new kitchen.

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Look Before You Leap Designers Micqui McGowen, CMKBD, and Lauren Haskett, AKBD, of Kitchen & Bath Concepts designed this kitchen for a young urban family who wanted to create an open and inviting gathering spot. The duo created more countertop surface and usable cabinet storage and opened the room up for better traffic flow.

They chose a combination of light painted Brookhaven cabinetry by Wood-Mode with a deep wood-tone island set on decorative feet to look like a piece of furniture.

Take everything into consideration — cost, style details and desired outcome — before you take on a kitchen or bath project

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Revamping a kitchen or bath is one of the most expensive yet valuable changes you can make to your home. In the Houston area, a mid-range kitchen remodel runs about $20,000 if it’s minor and about $52,000 if it’s major, and a bath remodel costs about $14,000, according to Remodeling magazine. It’s not cheap, but roughly 90 percent of that money is recouped in increased resale value, says the publication’s “Cost vs. Resale” report.

The right choices are essential to such an important investment, so we gathered up local experts to lend advice. Here are the questions one should ask before remodeling a kitchen or bath.

SELF-REFLECTION Before delving too deeply into a remodel, Peggy McGowen of Kitchen & Bath Concepts suggests you ask yourself a few questions that will better define the job.

BellReed Designs took a typical builder kitchen from drab to stately with special-order and hand-painted tile, glass-paned custom cabinetry, a furniture-quality island and new lighting.

1. WHAT DO I WANT TO ACHIEVE? Do you want to improve your home because you plan to spend plenty more years there or because you plan

to sell it soon? Are you an empty nester needing a fresh start? Are you simply looking to update your home?

2. HOW MUCH AM I WILLING TO INVEST? Prices vary drastically depending on materials, products and depth of remodel that you choose. An upscale, major kitchen remodel is more than $104,000, or about twice the price of a mid-range one. “The final cost is determined by cost of materials and products because the labor remains the same,” McGowen says.

3. HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE? After design plans are complete, expect a kitchen or bath remodel to take three to six months.

4. AM I WILLING TO INVEST MY MONEY IN WHAT MATTERS? It’s not the sexiest part of a kitchen or bath, but cabinets are the most important, McGowen says. This is the foundation upon which everything else lies. Highdollar granite countertops won’t last on a cheap foundation. These remodels take time and thought. You must be willing to spend the effort and the money.

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GETTING DOWN TO BUSINESS

You’re ready for a remodel, now get prepared.

It’s time to make decisions and dig into details.

1. WHERE SHOULD I CONCENTRATE ALL THAT EFFORT AND MONEY? Kitchen, master bath and powder room. “Those are the areas you should allocate the most amounts to and reduce amounts in the secondary baths and laundry rooms,” says Ali Sultanali at Baths of America Inc.

1. WHAT DO I LIKE/DISLIKE ABOUT MY CURRENT KITCHEN OR BATH? Narrow down the qualities you’d like to throw out and those you want to keep and/or enhance. “This enables a designer to realize the client’s expectations and meet or exceed them,” Decareaux says.

2. HOW DO I START? Seek professional help, but make sure it’s the right kind of help. Ask contractors if they are licensed, can provide references and are registered with the Better Business Bureau. Certified kitchen and bath designers know that certain details are germane to these rooms.

The work triangle, traffic flow, heights of countertops and tables make a huge difference in the way a kitchen functions. Designers certified by the National Kitchen and Bath Association have been independently evaluated and tested and improve their skills through ongoing education and professional development.

3. CAN I HAVE MY NEW KITCHEN TOMORROW? In a word, no. Have you ever done a remodel before?

“It’s important to establish the expectations of the buyer,” says Kitty Decareaux, vice president of cabinet sales at Factory Builder Stores. “Remodels usually create a bigger mess and take longer than most people expect.”

2. WHAT KIND OF EXPERIENCE AM I SEEKING IN MY NEW BATH OR KITCHEN? Will the kitchen be used mostly for entertaining or gathering the family while cooking a meal? Do you bake and/or cook regularly? In the bath, do you want an invigorating shower or a relaxing soaking bath?

These answers will determine everything from design to product choice and placement.

3. WHAT’S ALL THIS TERMINOLOGY MEAN? You’ll hear a lot of phrases thrown out, and it’s important to familiarize yourself with some of them to be aware of choices, says Paul Home, director of product and marketing at Grand Hall USA Inc. He suggests studying up on types of water heaters: tank, tankless and hybrid. Types of piping: copper or the popular PEX piping. Recirculation: a retrofit system that provides hot water instantly, but has some setbacks. And finally, thermostatic mixing valves (TMX): blend hot and cold water at user-specified location to provide consistent temperatures so the shower doesn’t go hot when someone flushes the toilet.

4. DO I WANT TO SPEND MONEY ON HIGH-END PRODUCTS AND MATERIALS? Again, first invest in the foundation of a room, and the rest depends on your budget. If you have the budget for higher end products, go for high style and better functionality.

GREEN IS THE NEW BLACK Kitchens and bathrooms make more waste and use more energy than any other room in the house, so it’s important to consider the environment during a remodel. Sanjay Ahuja, vice president at PF Waterworks, helps with eco-conscious questions.

1. WHAT TECHNIQUES WILL HELP ME CONSUME LESS? Daylight harvesting (sensors determine daylight and adjust artificial light accordingly), thermostats, dimmers and tankless water heaters.

2. WHAT SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS CAN I USE IN MY REMODEL? Recycled paper countertops, any recycled content like antique tiles, cork flooring, PermaFLOW self-cleaning drains and bamboo cabinets.

3. HOW DO I KNOW THAT I’M BUYING “GREEN” PRODUCTS? Look for the following labels: natural/nontoxic, lowembodied energy, sustainably harvested, recyclable/biodegradable, recycled content, locally harvested and durable.

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TRADITIONAL Here, cabinetry fronted with planks defines this style, along with a classic marble backsplash and Parq Bridge Kitchen faucet by Kohler. A Cursive Design Alcott Kitchen Sink in earthen white by Kohler brings a fresh look to the traditional farm sink. An old-fashioned turnedwood table warms the room.

MODERN Less is more in modern kitchens. Modernists like clean lines; polished or brushed nickel fixtures; stainless steel appliances; and granite, quartz, recycled-glass or laminate countertops. White is a favorite in modern kitchens, but add your own pop with a few dominant colors. Photo by Terri Glanger

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in. Colors range from muted

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pastels to earth tones. Cabinetry employs inset panels. Pine, mesquite or

look work. Some cabinets have glass fronts to show off

barn wood accents bring an authentic touch. Ceilings have exposed

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beams. Limestone walls and possibly countertops say Texas Hill

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Practical Pantries, Space-Saver Shelves

By MELANIE GILBRONSON and LINDA BARTH

RIGHT: The Pullout Pantry by WoodMode is there when you need it and hidden with WoodMode’s fine cabinetry work when you don’t.

BELOW: The Pull-Out Shelf Co. can help you organize and access baking pans and accessories.

Functional, User-Friendly Pantries Keep Everything At Hand If you have to grab a ladder or lie on on your stomach to figure out what’s in your pantry, your pantry design is an inefficient use of space. If you have to get down on your knees or sit on your kitchen floor to remove items from your lower cabinets, you need pull-out shelves to make your kitchen more functional.

A typical tract home has a 24-inch deep pantry with 12-inch fixed shelving spaced about one foot apart.

Things placed in the back of these shelves get lost. Says David Linda of SpaceMan Home and Office, “Some of my customers can carve their initials in the dust on top of the jars of jam they put in their pantry.”

Radically changing the pantry’s and shelves’ features and functions and maximizing the use of the wall space not only lets the cook see everything at a glance, but can double, even triple, accessible storage space.

A storage system should suit the cooking and shopping style of the homeowner. A dream pantry could be described as an 8-foot-long bowling alley with 16-inch shelves on both sides and an ample walking aisle. “I always recommend an open space of 18 to 24 inches at the bottom,” says Linda. “I call this the Sam’s Club

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area. It’s perfect for bulk storage of items like paper towels and water.” Organizational accessories would include a combination of adjustable shelves, baskets and roll-out trays. A mop and broom rack, a tilt-out basket for wrapping paper storage, a Lucite wine rack and built-in file cabinet for recipes constitute more pragmatic additions. “A deep pie-shaped corner shelf offers a great place to store kitchen appliances, mixing bowls or large things you don’t use very often,” says Linda.

A good space planner can redesign space for a pantry and shelving so you use it in the most efficient way.

New butler’s pantries feature vertical dividers for serving trays, rods for hanging ironed linens and silver clothlined shelves or drawers that are perfect for someone who entertains regularly.

FINDING FOOD FAST “It’s not really about how much you can put in your pantry, it’s about being able to see it,” says Mary Calvin, owner of Cabinet Innovations. Her company located in the Decorative Center Houston features a Lifestyle Design Showroom for Wood-Mode and Brookhaven cabinetry.

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Calvin uses three different kinds of pantries. The chef’s pantry offered by many manufacturers is still very popular. This hard-working cabinet consists of interior swing-out racks, door shelves and recessed shelves, a super efficient storage design that holds a month’s worth of groceries. WoodMode’s 84 and 42 Series Chef’s Pantries are the luxurious features any gourmet would love to have. Brookhaven’s Pull-Out Pantry is an innovative series of adjustable baskets for smaller spaces accessible from the side. Roll-out shelves or drawers up to 36 inches wide present a second suitable option for advantageous kitchen storage. Door racks and adjustable shelves are a more cost-effective third alternative for families storing many bulk items. Calvin can customize a combination of all three options.

“Women have revolutionized the products cabinetmakers design,” says Andy McLaughlin of Cabinet Sales Inc., referring to the increased role women homeowners are playing in designing more functional and user-friendly pantries. His family has sold cabinets in Houston since 1948, and their warehouse sells a variety of cabinet qualities. Pantry storage accessories are offered in the higher-end products he sells such as Quality Cabinets, Kitchen Kompact and Yorktowne Cabinets. McLaughlin warns of some pitfalls, “Roll-out trays can get overloaded. Make sure they are attached with metal, not plastic braces, and properly supported drawer guides are also important.”

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Before Shelf Genie installation, products at the back of the pantry are difficult to reach. After Shelf Genie, roll-out shelves make every can or box accessible.

Kitchen Kompact offers a roll-out multi-tiered pantry basket. Yorktowne Cabinets manufactures a 7-foot- tall, 36-inch-wide cabinet with eight roll-out trays for about $2,300 and a Butler’s Pantry for around $3,000. McLaughlin endorses Yorktowne as a high quality cabinet for the money.

PERSONALIZED PANTRIES "We offer many convenience features in our pantries the traditional builder isn’t going to spend money on,” says Tom Steffan, a sales representative for Wood-Mode and Brookhaven Cabinetry. We have a variety of storage options that can be incorporated into a tall pantry and/or your wall and base cabinets.

A walk-in pantry takes up a lot of space, and many kitchens don't have the extra room.”

Always put a rack on the back of the door for spices or canned goods, a notorious spot for unused dead space. Pegboards for hanging spoons and large serving utensils that don’t fit in the drawers, and vegetable bins for storing potatoes and onions are more smart options. A tailor-made pantry takes advantage of all the nooks and crannies. The No. 1 consideration is convenience.

Convenience and ease of access are the practical keys to planning a pantry that fits the cook’s personal needs. Whether the choice is a walk-in pantry with simple adjustable shelves, a cabinet with roll-out trays or an innovative chef’s pantry, the beauty and practicality of a custom-crafted pantry and shelving can only save time and make life in the kitchen simpler. Who could ask for anything more?

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Your Kitchen’s Work Triangle In a kitchen with three work centers (stove, sink and refrigerator), the sum of the three traveled distances should total no more than 26 feet with no single leg of the triangle measuring less than 4 feet nor more than 9 feet.

No major traffic patterns should cross through the basic work triangle.

When the kitchen plan includes more than three primary work centers, each additional travel distance to another work center should measure no less than 4 feet nor more than 9 feet. Each leg is measured from the center-front of the appliance/sink. No work triangle leg intersects an island/peninsula or other obstacle by more than 12 inches.

NO LESS THAN 4 FEET

NO MORE THAN 9 FEET

Your Kitchen’s Work Aisle 42”

48”

42”

The width of a work aisle should be at least 42 inches for one cook and at least 48 inches for multiple cooks. Measure the counter frontage, tall cabinets and appliances.

48”

A clear floor space of at least 30 inches by 48 inches should be provided at each kitchen appliance. Clear floor spaces can overlap.

Information adapted with permission from National Kitchen and Bath Association’s Kitchen and Bath Workbook, 2008.

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Good planning makes for a great kitchen or bath.

Take the time to decide what you want, hire a professional who has experience and training in kitchen and bath design, determine a budget and go for it. Use this workbook to help you narrow your choices, and then give it to your designer or contractor so they can help you turn your dreams and ideas into reality.

Decide Your Goals Why do you want to remodel your home? Number your reasons in order of importance, with 1 being most important, 13 being least. __ I need more space for storage __ I have plenty of space but it’s inefficiently arranged. __ I need more lighting/windows. __ I’ve never liked my countertops and want new ones. __ A major appliance/fixture is broken, so I may as well go ahead and redo the whole room. __ My family is growing with more children/grandchildren and I want space for them. __ The flooring is cracked/warped/peeling, and I need a new floor. __ My health status has changed, and I need everything more accessible. __l have pets and want a place to feed them and keep their pet food handy. __I need more wiring for electrical appliances.

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__I’m a techie and would like my kitchen to have wi-fi and maybe even a flat-screen TV. __It looks dated, I’m tired of it, and I simply want to change the look of the room. __Other reason: What, if anything, would you like to keep? Number items in order of importance with 1 being most important, 8 being least. __color of the walls __appliances __cabinetry __lighting __floors __sink __furniture, such as an heirloom table or chairs __the vintage or period look of the room so it complements the rest of the house

Think Of The Future How long do you plan to live in your house? Check one. __Less than a year. I’m remodeling for resale. __2 to 5 years. Then I plan to

move and/or upgrade to a new larger house. __6 to 20 years. Then I may downsize to a condo or highrise. __20-plus years. I don’t plan to move from this house.

Set Your Budget What’s the total amount you are willing to spend?

Check one. __Under $10,000 __$10,000 - $50,000 __$50,000 - $100,000 __$100,000 or more

Once you’ve set a budget, ask your designer or contractor for a realistic budget of how much the remodel might cost. Determine your priorities so you know where to spend your money. What are your must-haves in the room? What can you live without? If you’re seeking a home equity loan for the remodel, don’t close on the loan until you know how much the project is going to cost.

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N AT U R A L S T O N E • G R A N I T E C O U N T E R T O P S OUTDOOR KITCHENS • INDOOR KITCHENS P AT I O S • S H A D E S T R U C T U R E S

SPECIALTY DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION

281.630.1119

CUSTOM BATH AND KITCHEN DESIGNS Complete Bath and Kitchen Renovations Serving Houston Since 1993

Bob Stehl • 281-239-8048

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Kitchen Bath Planning Guide Check one: YOUR STYLE: TRADITIONAL MODERN TRANSITIONAL ECLECTIC

YOU COOK: DAILY ONCE OR TWICE A WEEK NOT MUCH; REWARM TAKE-OUT AND LEFTOVERS

YOU ENTERTAIN: FREQUENTLY OCCASIONALLY NEVER

NUMBER OF COOKS REGULARLY USING YOUR KITCHEN: ONE TWO MORE THAN TWO WILL CHILDREN BE COOKING WITH YOU?

Cabinets WANT ALL NEW CABINETRY CABINET LINE ___________________ CABINET STYLE __________________ COLOR_________________________ FINISH _________________________ HARDWARE _____________________

WANT TO REMODEL EXISTING CABINETS NEW CABINET DOORS PAINT EXISTING CABINET DOORS STAIN OR WASH WOOD OF EXISTING CABINET DOORS COLOR___________________ FINISH _________________ HARDWARE ______________

Appliances COOKTOP GAS ELECTRIC HALOGEN INDUCTION COMBINATION

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OVEN

workbook Kitchen Specifics

GAS ELECTRIC CONVECTION COMBINATION OTHER

RANGE GAS ELECTRIC CONVECTION HALOGEN INDUCTION COMBO SLIDE-IN DROP-IN VENTILATED UNIT

MICROWAVE MODEL _______________________________________________

CLEAN-UP DISHWASHER COMPACTOR DISPOSAL UNDER-COUNTER TRASH RECEPTACLE RECYCLING CENTER

REFRIGERATOR SIDE-BY-SIDE FREEZER TOP FREEZER BOTTOM

FREEZER SIDE-BY-SIDE CHEST

WASHER AND DRYER YES NO

Countertops WOOD GRANITE MARBLE QUARTZ LAMINATE CONCRETE SOLID SURFACE TILE RECYCLED MATERIALS

Flooring WOOD TILE (CERAMIC) VINYL CARPET MARBLE CONCRETE OTHER

Fixtures/Fittings SINK SINGLE BOWL DOUBLE BOWL TRIPLE BOWL VEGETABLE UTILITY CERAMIC STAINLESS STEEL CAST IRON OTHER MATERIAL _______

ROOM FOR WALK-IN PANTRY YES NO

SPECIALTY ITEMS BAKING CENTER BEVERAGE CENTER WITH UNDERCOUNTER FRIDGE APPLIANCE GARAGE COFFEE CENTER W/ ESPRESSO MACHINE ICE MAKER PURIFIED WATER DISPENSER UPDRAFT HOOD DOWNDRAFT HOOD PET FOOD STORAGE FLAT-SCREEN TV DESK WITH COMPUTER AND HI-SPEED INTERNET ACCESS

DESCRIBE YOUR DREAM KITCHEN IN 25 WORDS OR LESS ____________________________ ____________________________ ____________________________ ____________________________ ____________________________ ____________________________

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We restore & polish: Marble • Travertine Limestone • Granite

Remove:

Scratches • Stains

Plumbing Solutions • Install Tankless Water Heaters • Going Green • Kitchen & Bath Remodels • Full Service Plumbing • 24 Years of Experience

Wade Edwards,

Licensed Plumber

281-974-9449

AMS REMODELING

STONE RESTORATION Travertine Before

Travertine After

We restore counters, vanities & table tops • We clean & seal exterior patios

Wes Bowden • 713.858.7736 • www.houstonstonedoctor.com

Master Remodelers Our Name Says It All A FULL SERVICE REMODELING CONTRACTOR

Kitchen & Bath Renovation Tile • Carpentry • Siding

Custom Homes Room Additions Garages • Kitchen Bathrooms Hardie Siding Remodeling FREE ESTIMATES

713-680-2019 www.amsremodeling.com

TATCO Construction & Remodeling

Transforming Your Dreams...Into Reality!

Servicing River Oaks and Surrounding Areas For Over 30 Years CONSTRUCTION • CABINETRY • PAINTING

- 35 Years Experience -

2008 & 2009 AWARDS

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Ace Kustoms Quality Work at a Reasonable Price

• Entertainment Centers • Kitchen & Bath • Mirror Treatments • Book Shelves • Ornamental Moldings

713.695.4084

Full Service Contracting

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Katy

Kitchen Bath

COMPLETE KITCHEN REMODELS • CABINETS • FIXTURES • COUNTERTOPS

281.391.6279 www.KatyKitchen.com

281-660-3903 www.acekustoms.net acekustoms@sbcglobal.net

U-Plumb-It Tankless Gas Water Heaters

PARTS • FIXTURES • FAUCETS INSTRUCTION

Endless hot water for your entire home heated only when you need it

Gallaway Porcelain Works FEATURING TOTO BATHROOM FIXTURES

1424 Montrose Houston, TX 77019 A LWAY S H O T

713.942.2277

Reconditioning

Repair

Refinishing

Porcelain Acrylics Simulated Marble Fiberglass Tub Chips Antique Clawfoot Tubs

281-304-9300

TexasTubs.com

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Kitchen Bath Planning Guide Check one: YOUR STYLE: TRADITIONAL MODERN TRANSITIONAL ECLECTIC

BATHING HABITS: DAILY DAILY DAILY DAILY

SHOWER ONLY SHOWER, OCCASIONAL BATH BATH ONLY BATH, OCCASIONAL SHOWER

workbook Bath Specifics

TOILET TOILET MODEL ___________________________

BIDET BIDET MODEL ___________________________

TUB TUB FIXTURES ___________________________

SHOWER

Cabinets WANT ALL NEW CABINETRY CABINET LINE ___________________ CABINET STYLE __________________ COLOR_________________________ FINISH _________________________ HARDWARE _____________________

WANT TO REMODEL EXISTING CABINETS NEW CABINET DOORS PAINT EXISTING CABINET DOORS STAIN OR WASH WOOD OF EXISTING CABINET DOORS COLOR___________________ FINISH _________________ HARDWARE ______________

SHOWER FIXTURES ___________________________

WHIRLPOOL/SPA WHIRLPOOL FIXTURES ___________________________

Safety Features

SINK SINGLE BOWL DOUBLE BOWL TRIPLE BOWL LAVATORY PEDESTAL VESSEL CERAMIC STAINLESS STEEL CAST IRON OTHER MATERIAL _______

FAUCET #1 STYLE ___________________________

FAUCET #2 STYLE ___________________________

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TOWEL WARMER STEAM SHOWER FLAT-SCREEN TV COFFEE STATION

Lighting GENERAL INCANDESCENT FLUORESCENT HALOGEN

TASK INCANDESCENT FLUORESCENT HALOGEN

ACCENT INCANDESCENT FLUORESCENT HALOGEN

GRAB BARS TEMPERATURE CONTROL VALVES OTHER____________________

Washer and dryer YES NO

DESCRIBE YOUR DREAM BATHROOM IN 25 WORDS OR LESS _____________________________ _____________________________

Vanity Countertops Fixtures/Fittings

Specialty Items

WOOD GRANITE MARBLE QUARTZ LAMINATE CONCRETE SOLID SURFACE TILE RECYCLED MATERIALS

Flooring WOOD TILE (CERAMIC) VINYL CARPET MARBLE CONCRETE OTHER

_____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________

Bathrooms should have a minimum floor to ceiling height of 80 inches over the fixture and at the front clearance area for fixtures.

A shower or tub equipped with a showerhead should have a minimum floor to ceiling height of 80 inches above a minimum area 30 inches by 30 inches at the showerhead.

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