Tyngsboro Kitchen Renovation

Here are some amazing pictures from a recent kitchen renovation we completed in Tyngsboro, MA -- amazing clients to work with that allowed us to be a part of their amazing transformation.  Here we show before photos, concept photos and after photos.

Guide to kitchen countertops

With so many choices at homeowners' fingertips, picking out a kitchen counter is no easy task. Since this surface area ends up influencing many kitchen palettes, it's important to choose something that looks good to you, will hold up under the kitchen activity of your household and has a price tag that suits your budget.

We've gathered links to our guides to 15 popular kitchen countertop materials handily in one place to help you find the choice that suits you best.

Buckminster Green LLC

Soapstone Kitchen Counters

Often used in laboratories for its resistance to stains, chemicals and bacteria, soapstone is a durable and natural choice for a kitchen.  It might be on the more expensive side, but it can be a lifetime investment.

Echelon Custom Homes

Granite Kitchen Counters

There are plenty of reasons granite is so popular — this natural stone has plenty of character, with unique grains, colors and customizable finishes. When properly sealed, it's one of the most durable options out there.  Prices can go up quickly with more exotic slabs and difficult installations.

Oak Hill Iron

Caesarstone

Ocean Palace Supremo Caesarstone 

Perfect for the customized home, engineered quartz comes in just about every shade imaginable. This engineered product combines ground quartz, resin and pigments for a tough, nonporous material. Great ecofriendly attributes makes it a safe bet for green homes, too.

David Howell Design

Tile Kitchen Counters

One of the more affordable counter choices , ceramic or stone tile is incredibly durable, and one of the few DIY countertop options. Maintenance can be difficult with all that grout, but choosing a durable and dark grout can make things easier.

Gardner Mohr Architects LLCEcofriendly Kitchen Counters

Eco Friendly 
A little research is really all that's required today to make your new kitchen ecofriendly. The wide variety of material styles and costs — from salvaged wood to Bio-Glass to bamboo (shown in this photo) — means you can find just the right green countertop material for your home

ichlite.com

BAAN design

Laminate Kitchen Counters

Although it's sometimes scoffed at by stone lovers, laminate still has a serious fan base. The wide range of customizable edges and finishes means it can work in any design. Its affordable price makes it a winner for many. However, it's not the most durable of countertops, so it may not be best for heavy-duty cooks.

Latera Architectural Surfaces / Dorado Stone

Recycled Glass and Cement Kitchen Counters

Although it's expensive, this unique combination of glass and cement is a surefire way to add character to your kitchen. Ecofriendly, durable and customizable, this countertop material is a top choice for a "forever home"

Melissa Miranda Interior Design

Marble Kitchen Counters

Marble has an unrivaled, classic look that always seems to be in style. For lovers of white kitchens in particular, marble offers more variety than almost any other material. Marble is known more for the patina it develops with use than for its durability. It's a softer stone than granite, and can scratch and stain easily.

Divine Kitchens LLC

Concrete Kitchen Counters

Pigments, stains and dyes can create concrete counters with color and visual texture. With the right sealer, a concrete counter can be well worth its cost.

Studio William Hefner

Stainless Steel Kitchen Counters
Professional chefs love stainless steel because it's nonstaining, heat resistant and easy to clean. While it certainly makes fingerprints and scratches stand out, it's a great choice for hardworking kitchens that don't need a perfect look.  It's more affordable than most stone counters, too
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Glenvale Kitchens

thejoinery.com

Wood Kitchen Counters

For some, wood and countertops just don't seem to mix. But a high-quality wood with the right kind of sealer can make for a beautiful, warm and long-lasting countertop. The price varies substantially depending on the type of wood you choose.

**Article taken from Houzz.com

Cabinet promotion....

Check out this great cabinet promotion from Dura Supreme.  If you have been thinking of remodeling - this might entice you to start the project now. 

Dura Supreme Promotion

~Lenny & Lisa

Open

Our new kitchen & bath showroom is now open.  We are open Tuesday - Friday 9-6, Saturday's 9-2 and evenings by appointment.  We would love to have you drop in and see our new space, inquire about our new referral program (earn some extra money!) and say "hello"

~Lenny & Lisa

New Beginnings.....

We have been busy at work behind the scenes and opening in January will be our new venture - Apple Wood Kitchen & Bath, Inc. in Windham.  Custom cabinets from Plato and DuraSupreme, kitchen/bath consultation along with countertops, fixtures and more....

WHAT TO REMODEL??

Maybe you’ve been feeling the need for more space, less space or just different space. You’ve been wondering—which solution will give me what I want with the least financial hit? 

Here’s one gauge to use: Expect moving to cost about 10 percent of your home’s current value. If your remodeling project can be done for less than that, stay and do it! But plan it with an eye on the potential resale value. 

Read on for ideas and tips that will help you take the lead in plotting your home remodel.

WHAT TO REMODEL:
When you’re ready to nail down your plans (so to speak), here are suggestions from industry experts:

Kitchen:

• Add usability with dual sinks and cooking stations.
• Add aesthetics with commercial-quality and stainless steel appliances, stone or stainless steel countertops and ceramic tile back splashes. 
• Add space with a breakfast nook or walk-in pantry. 
• Add livability with a computer desk, mudroom or hobby area.

Bathroom:

• Add light with skylights and glass blocks without losing privacy. 
• Add space with a walk-in dual shower, vaulted ceiling, recessed medicine cabinet or curved shower curtain rod. 
• Add functionality with twin sinks or vanities. 
• Add aesthetics with ceramic tile or stone flooring, stone countertops and heated towel bars and floors.

Siding: 

Remodeling the exterior is as much about maintenance as it is about curb appeal. 

• Vinyl siding looks fresh and tidy year after year with minimal upkeep. 
• With stucco siding, a new polymer covering can be sprayed or troweled onto a fiberglass mesh base.

Windows:

• New windows will help you realize additional savings in monthly utility bills.
• Prospective buyers view windows as they do other structural items, so failing to update old ones can result in lower—or no—resale offers. 
• Newer styles include seamless bent-glass corner windows, curved glass and casements with no center stile.

Wainscoting

Take a look at these great variations on wainscoting.  It is a great way to transform the look of a room.

Wainscoting Ideas

As always give us a call for any of your construction needs. 

No job is too big, no job is too small -- we can handle it all.

Lenny & Lisa