4 tips for surviving your kitchen remodel

You’ve finally decided to remodel that 1970s kitchen. Out with the Avocado Green; out with the Harvest Gold tile. Wait! Those colors are back. Presuming you have a design, licensed contractor and building permits; there are some things to consider before bringing in the wrecking crew. Temporary Kitchen. Patios are ideal. Water and drain lines [...] Read more »

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Making contact

While I was looking for information on removing contact paper I came across a couple of related items I want to share. Did you know there is a Contact Paper Store? Now there is a little niche business that reminds me of the Scotch Tape Store sketch from Saturday Night Live. I wrinkled my nose [...] Read more »

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Painting counter tops

Today’s color dilemma… I have a countertop in my bathroom that is covered with ugly contact paper. I cannot afford a new counter right now. Is there a paint I could use to cover it with? –Elizabeth Kate suggests… It is possible to paint over a laminate counter top and while it isn’t the ideal [...] Read more »

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