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Let’s face it. Nobody wants to rip off their roof or open exterior walls on their house in the dead of winter. Even though we’ve enjoyed a mild winter, it’s just not the time most people pick for major home improvements. Now that you’ve spent the better part of the last four months indoors, you probably have some ideas about how you could improve or expand your living space. To gain more space inside your home, many homeowners add an extension to their home. The most popular is an addition in the back of the house to enlarge the kitchen and/or create a new family room. When you’re adding a room, you need to consider whether it will be a “three-season room,” which is not insulated or heated, or a room for full yearround use, which requires more time, expertise, labor and materials for appropriate heating, energy efficiency, and electricity to meet the family’s needs. The investment in a full-functioning year-round addition typically pays off tremendously in use and enjoyment of the room, plus added resale value. If you’re thinking of expanding upward, which doesn’t change the footprint of the home, you will benefit from dormers. A dormer is the addition of height and windows by bumping up through the roof; this yields added space and sunlight. Dormers increase curb appeal and make a home more architecturally interesting while expanding living space. Your contractor can assess whether this is a viable project for your home, which will depend upon what type of roof is currently in place. When you build up, you don’t lose
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any yard space, and you escape the issues of zoning restrictions about setbacks, or allowable proximity of your structure to your property line. However, many towns limit the allowable height for houses, so be sure your contractor has experience working with the Building Department in your municipality. Basement renovations are another great way to expand and improve your living space: convert an area that is outdated or cluttered into a family room, playroom, media room, office, gym, hobby den or art studio. Basement renovations do not change the home’s footprint, eat up yard space, or increase the height of your home. Your contractor will still need to seek permits for things like electric and plumbing work. Decks are another spring project homeowners get excited about. Figure out the size, shape and materials to be used, as well as functional and aesthetic factors such as railings and stairs, builtin seating, optional planters, outdoor sound systems and lighting and more. A licensed contractor can assist you with all of the decisions that need to be made. Many discerning homeowners also opt for an outdoor balcony created off the master bedroom suite. With classic French doors from the boudoir, a master terrace can add natural light to this important part of your home, as well as a private retreat for morning coffee or late night star gazing. Whatever direction you go in to add more space, ensure your home is structurally sound and compliant with all local building codes.
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Wood ooring can change a home We all want our homes to give off a mood of comfort, relaxation, and coziness. There are several ways to help you achieve this goal through your choice of materials, furnishings, and decor for your home. A large part of that is flooring. It is often the most dominant aspect of a room. If you are looking to promote a comfortable space, you must plan carefully to select the right flooring, and wood is the perfect option. Wood has a natural beauty and makes a true connection of being outdoors with Mother Earth. It has timeless value. Wood flooring can last hundreds of years and adapt to all dÊcor. Any wood flooring can increase the value of your home. Homes with wood floors sell faster and for as much as 10 percent more. Wood can be refinished and restored, which is a less lifetime cost over all other flooring products. Additionally, wood flooring is hypoallergenic. It does
not harbor microorganisms or pesticides that can be tracked in from outdoors. Wood minimizes dust, mold and animal dander accumulation, allowing for better indoor air quality. Easy to maintain with a dust vacuum or light mop,
this type of flooring helps with allergies. Homeowners are choosing flooring for the variety of style options. There are so many colors, finishes and species. No two species are alike. It all depends upon the age,
history and location of where the tree grew. Remember, each tree has its own personality and own characteristics, like knots, streaks and worm holes, which define the look. In addition to giving your home a beautiful look, wood
does wonders for the environment. Trees are a renewable resource. Their annual new growth exceeds the annual removed. When managed responsibly, for every cubic foot of trees that are cut down, an average of 1.66 cubic feet are planted back, ensuring that the rate of harvest is always less than the average growth rate. This type of flooring can also reduce global warming. They are carbon neutral, meaning that trees take in carbon dioxide and produce oxygen. Wood, of course, is biodegradable. At the end of its service life, wood floors can be used to burn for fuel or be recycled. There are so many reasons to choose wood flooring. When maintained properly, you will fall in love with your wood flooring over and over again. Anne Marie Garofalo Allen, Anthony’s World of Floors www.anthonysworldooors.com
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The benefits of freestanding tubs F
ew home design elements provide the instant wow factor of freestanding tubs. Freestanding tubs have an air of luxury that can help current homeowners relax, and impress buyers when homes go on the market. Freestanding tubs are typically made of cast iron or porcelain. The home improvement website HomeAdvisor notes that cast iron is durable and solid and retains heat well, which is great for those who want to spend more than a little time relaxing in a freestanding tub. However, because cast iron is so heavy, installing a cast iron tub may require structural reinforcement of the flooring, which will add to the overall cost of the project. According to HomeAdvisor, the average cost to install a tub varies widely depending on the type of tub, the materials its made of and other factors, including plumbing and piping. For example, the cost to install a freestanding tub will rise considerably if new plumbing and piping are necessary. Before purchasing a freestanding tub, homeowners should seek estimates regarding installation, making sure to get them in writing. Contractors will determine if structural reinforcement is necessary and include such costs in their estimates. In addition, make sure to ask contractors to investigate piping and plumbing so no surprises pop up after the tub has been purchased and
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work has begun. If estimates from contractors aren’t budget busting, homeowners can consider these benefits of freestanding tubs before making their final decisions. • Cleaning: Because they’re detached from other bathroom fixtures and not flush against the wall, freestanding tubs tend to be easier to clean than built-in bathtubs. Freestanding tubs are accessible from all sides, making it easy to reach all those nooks and crannies where grime can build up. • Return on investment: In its 2018 “Cost vs. Value” report, Remodeling magazine noted that upscale bathroom remodels recouped 56.2 percent of their cost at resale. That was a better return on investment than an upscale kitchen remodel (53.5 percent) and an upscale master suite addition (48.3 percent). The thought of a sizable return on investment can make relaxing in a freestanding tub that much more enjoyable. • Warmth: Even freestanding tubs made of materials other than cast iron offer great heat retention. Stone resin bathtubs, for example, provide excellent insulation on cold nights. That’s ideal for people who want to unwind in the tub without having to exit early because the water has become cold. Freestanding tubs can transform regular bathrooms into luxurious oases.
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ach year, Remodeling magazine publishes its “Cost vs. Value� report to give homeowners a greater understanding of how much popular home projects will cost across the nation, as well as which renovations will offer the greatest return on investment. According to their research, these projects improved in value between 2017 and 2018 and can be smart choices for homeowners looking to add popular features to their properties. Below are the popular projects and the average cost of the renovations.
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Quick and simple ways to make a front door pop V isitors’ impressions of a home are often dictated by the home’s entryway. Must as one may judge a book by its cover, the same can be said about the impression that a front door and entryway can create, regardless of how accurate that impression is.
Making certain changes to an entryway can go a long way toward improving curb appeal. Entryways also can set the scene for a home’s interior. Whether one chooses to be classic or bold, modern or traditional, there are various ways to quickly transform a home’s entryway. • Bold front door color: Color can dramatically enhance an entryway. Painting an existing door or replacing it with a more vivid option can do the trick. The DIY Network says certain colors stand out as favorites. These include turquoise, yellow, red, indigo, orange, and black. The door color should complement the other shades of the home, such as those on siding and trim. • Custom walkway: Guide guests right to the front door with an attractive (and safe) walkway. Stamped concrete or decorative paver blocks may fit the bill. This walkway can extend to the street or to the driveway.
• Contain plants. Landscaping around the entryway should be neat and well-tended. Overgrown plants or shrubbery may give off an air of neglect. Container plants and carefully curated shrubs can create a neat and inviting aura.
• Highlight the address. Make sure the home can be found easily with bold and decorative house numbers. Consider two different address signs: one illuminated and easily viewed from the curb, and another closer to the front door. • Utilize high-end materials. The relatively small area of real estate by the front door enables homeowners to splurge on more opulent materials that can really add a feeling of luxury. These can include colorful tiles, ornate planters, decorative wooden doors, or elaborate knobs and lighting fixtures. • Add architectural details. Find out which architectural elements will meld with the style of the home and then incorporate them. Moldings, columns, shutters, and trim are areas to consider. The entryway to a home garners a lot of attention. Homeowners can enhance their spaces with entryways that really make a statement.
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Did you know? Investing in a home renovation project not only requires money, but also time and patience. While contractors, architects and designers can estimate how long a project may take, it is impossible to anticipate all of the scenarios that can affect that estimated timeline. Information from the real estate firm Keller Williams indicates an average kitchen remodel involving installation of new countertops, cabinets, appliances, and floors can take three
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