Kitchen & Bath Design Blog
A 2017 Houzz study documented the reasons why people choose to remodel their kitchens. They found the two biggest answers were coming into finances or simply losing tolerance for their current kitchen setup. This study documented the many trends and big ideas of that era’s design style, but this “big idea” is more of a distant fantasy for too many homeowners. We believe you should get started on the kitchen remodel of your dreams now – like, right now. And we’ll tell you why and why we at Friel Lumber Company want to help.
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New Kitchen & Bath Design Center Location in Easton Friel Lumber Company is pleased to announce our new Kitchen & Bath Design Center location in Easton, Maryland. It is our second location, which allows us to help even more customers on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. That’s twice the experienced designers, twice the showrooms, and twice the chance for you to get the
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Nothing sets the tone for a bathroom quite like countertops. Choosing the best countertop that blends with your bathroom décor adds a subtle elegance that turns your bathroom into a perfect oasis. But how do you choose the best? From countertop material options to pattern variations, below is a roundup of tips to help you pick the best bathroom countertop.
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New cabinets are a wonderful addition to any kitchen or bathroom. They dramatically enhance the aesthetic appeal of a room and allow for a well-organized space. If you want to keep them looking great, the secret to caring for new cabinets is proper maintenance. Read on for new cabinet care tips.
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Dedicated kitchen beverage bars are meant for large kitchens with plenty of space, right? Not at all! There are plenty of beverage bar ideas out there suitable for kitchens of all shapes, sizes, and designs. The only thing limiting you is your creativity. Some may argue that having dedicated kitchen beverage bars aren’t necessary for the home – but they can be useful when designed properly. Kitchen beverage stations are an excellent way to help you keep your kitchen neat and organized.
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Whether you’ve just moved into a new home or you’re looking to remodel your main bathroom to make it more family-friendly, there are several things you’ll want to consider before you take on the project.
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Designing a family-friendly bathroom means that you’ll likely have to put the design on the back burner, at least in some aspects. That’s because functionality needs to take precedence when designing a bathroom that everyone in your family can utilize. For instance, you may need to include a traditional bathtub instead of a fancy jacuzzi-style tub in your main bathroom to accommodate your small ones who still enjoy a nice quiet bubble bath.
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Whether you are getting ready to sell your home or you’re just looking to freshen up your house, coming up with kitchen design ideas can be a tad bit tedious. Luckily, it certainly doesn’t have to be. Trendy kitchen design ideas are great for homeowners who have decided that they’ve found their forever home or those who are looking to beautify their kitchen before selling. Here are 10 timeless kitchen design ideas:
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Sink faucets can play very little or a significant role in your kitchen and/or bathroom design. It all comes down to your overall aesthetic. While some designs focus on the big and the bold, others pay very careful attention to every little detail. However, there is much more to your kitchen and bathroom sink faucets than you may realize. Not only do you have to focus on design aesthetics, such as faucet style/type and finish, but also factors such as flow rate, and types of aviators used. Also, there are new sink technologies like motion censored faucets and sanitizing faucets.
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This might seem like a small part of your bathroom but exhaust fans can make a big difference. Exhaust fans help remove moisture from a room. Which, we all know bathrooms create plenty of. Fans also help eliminate and control bathroom odors. Not just the ones you are thinking of though. This includes reducing fumes from cleaning agents too. Essentially, they help with indoor air quality. However, not all exhaust fans are created equal. That is why we want to make sure you have the right exhaust fan for your bathroom.
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