(813) 732-8121Imagine an English castle from the movies (or, if you’re lucky enough, personal experience from traveling), and you’ll realize that stairs are used as a main focal point. They aren’t just meant to connect Point A to Point B; stairs are meant to make a statement and lend a sense of beauty and character to a home. Curved, straight, wood, wrought iron, decorative, simple, straight, rounded, bent, colorful or plain—there’s no doubt that the options for stairs are as diverse as with any other home design project. The right construction company can renovate your home to include an unforgettable staircase
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3 Unique Ways to Breathe New Life into Your Home
When I was growing up my mom had a friend who would buy a huge, gorgeous house overlooking picturesque farm land, decorate it like something from a magazine, and sell it a few years later to start the process over. Every single time we visited that friend throughout my childhood, she lived in a different (exquisite) home. Perhaps you can identify with her need for change but you’re not quite ready to sell your whole house in order to add a bit of variety in your life. Fortunately for you, there are many different minor construction techniques that you can
Should You Do Your Own Crown Molding?
There are tons of guides online showing you how you can do your own crown molding. You can find anything from detailed text heavy descriptions to well produced how-to videos featuring expert carpenters showing you the process step by step. So if you want to do it yourself, there is plenty of help. But should you? What Is Needed To Do Your Own Crown Molding? A lot. First you need the wood, and the question of what type of wood to get pops up. You have the option between hardwood and softwood.
How Do You Choose Crown Molding?
Well, what are you looking for? There are plenty of options out there. Each has distinct qualities, so answering the question is impossible. You have to decide what you want from your crown molding first. Here is a brief run through of the most popular types of crown molding and their individual qualities. The Traditional Choice Hardwood has been used for crown molding for centuries. It’s rich texture and timeless beauty makes it ideal for people who want the look of natural wood in their home. Its high grade makes it ideal for staining and bodacious designs.
The Importance of Proportion and Detail When it Comes to Finish Carpentry
Proportion and detail is everything with finish carpentry. There’s nothing worse than working on a finish carpentry project and coming up short. This is a lethal aspect when trying to execute a respectable finish. Getting the correct measurements are important. Using the correct methods to collect measurements ensures a good delivery. Using tape or a ruler are good methods when pieces for the project are long. Depending on what you are working with, for example boards, you can measure the item in place while marking the spots what needs cutting.