(guest post courtesy SolidSurface.com) Working on any DIY project can be rewarding, but using Corian® Solid Surfaces to create your vision is an especially exciting prospect. The materials offer a myriad of possibilities, enabling you to express yourself and your taste in a wide range of unique ways. From bathroom vanities to kitchen counters, this […]
Home Improvement
DIY Kitchen Cabinets: How to Build Corian® Kitchen Cabinets
(guest post from SolidSurface.com) Corian® solid surface is quickly becoming one of the hottest building materials among DIY’ers. This amazing product line is durable, dependable, beautiful, and highly versatile. It offers more possibilities than you may realize. A growing trend is to utilize the popular material to create DIY Corian® cabinets. This innovative concept is […]
DIY Corian® Backsplashes: Getting Creative with Your Scraps
(guest post courtesy SolidSurface.com) Adding backsplashes to your kitchen, bathroom, or any room in your home can give your living space a boost of color and style. When you choose to craft DIY Corian® backsplashes, you know you’ll be using high-quality materials for your project. This means that you won’t waste time and money […]
3 Crucial Tips to Prevent Renovation Security Threats
(guest post by Ryan Black) There are plenty of reasons to stress while remodeling your home, like scheduling conflicts, financial strains and the inconvenience of displacement. The last thing you need at a time like this is to have your home burglarized, but unfortunately it is a very real risk. In fact, it is […]
Let’s Get Creative with Solid Surface Materials
(guest post courtesy SolidSurface.com) Let’s start with some basics here; Corian® is a man-made, solid-surface material with a wide variety of uses, including countertops, sinks, modular walls, furniture and lighting. It is strong, stain-resistant and easy to care for. Should any accidental damage occur, it does not need to be replaced or discarded but […]
7 Modern Kitchen Design Trends for Extreme Handymen to Watch for in 2016
(guest post courtesy SolidSurface.com) Wondering what the latest trends in kitchen design are? A few may surprise you! The modern kitchen is winning out over the traditional, yet practicality and function are still key elements of a winning design. Here’s a look at are how those elements are coming together with the top seven modern […]
Convert Your Wood-Burning Fireplace to Gas
(guest post by Ryan Black) Nothing beats the feel, the sound and the smell of a wood-burning fireplace in the living room. We love it so much that in the absence of a fireplace, we turn on a “yule log” video just to recreate the atmosphere during Christmas time. Wood-burning fireplaces can be difficult […]
The New American Home 2016
The EHT staff spent a week in January at the International Builders Show (IBS) in Las Vegas, Nevada. Each year one of the most popular exhibits is the New American Home, which is the premier show home of the National Association of Home Builders. Now in its 33rd year, the show house is essentially a […]
When to Replace and When to Reface Kitchen Cabinet Doors
(guest post by Kevin Morse) Ready to update and remodel a room in your home? If you are like many homeowners, your kitchen is at the top of the list. While a kitchen update may be the perfect project for you to take on over the coming months, what’s standing between you and […]
Fix It In the Mix: Should I Renovate Before Moving Into a New Home?
(guest post by Chan Plett) It’s a familiar situation: you’re browsing your real estate app and up pops the perfect home in the perfect location. The big windows with a nice view, the quiet street, and all the space you need. And—you can’t believe your eyes—it’s an absolute bargain! So you check it out one […]