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Fireplace Refresh 101

Fireplace Refresh 101

If your fireplace was built before 2000, it’s likely got polished brass trim. While brass is having a moment, it’s best on accents like hardware and light fixtures. Polished brass trim on a fireplace enclosure is a distraction, making your fireplace look...
Grand Entrance

Grand Entrance

A large foyer makes a home feel grand. There are several tricks to keeping it from looking cavernous: Run tile or hardwood front to back drawing your eye to the opposite wall. Consider a decorative feature to offset the entry, making it feel special. In this case, we...
La Jolla Bathroom

La Jolla Bathroom

Nader Essa Photography Nader Essa Photography My client’s job has her on her feet all day. Her one wish was for a soaking tub. What she didn’t expect was BainUltra’s Geysair technology that maintains a consistent tub temp even if soaking for hours. No waste of water...
Kitchen Sink 101

Kitchen Sink 101

Choosing the right kitchen sink is as personal as selecting a diamond. It’s an investment you’ll have for years so consider your needs in order to identify the right one for you. There are two options for dividing basins: low divide for soaking large pans without...
Grout 101

Grout 101

Grout is the unsung hero of tile installations. Few people think about it or even notice it unless there’s a mistake. Choosing the right color makes a tile installation sing. Choosing the wrong color can make brand new tile look old. When using: *wood-look tile, the...

Spring Cleaning

After months of work, another renovation is complete. Before hugging my client goodbye, I share my tricks of the trade in caring for the beautiful finishes my crew just installed. The right cleaning supplies can extend the life of your surfaces. The wrong products can...