Many homes today lack warm and cozy social and private spaces and environments.Places where people go because they simply feel good there. A house and yard may have plenty of square footage and at the same time feel sterile and lack comfortable natural places to hang out in and just be. Marin Home Restoration strives to build these special places for todays living.

Here are some typical examples:

Spas in the yard

Over the years I have seen many Hot Tub Spas just placed out in the open in an other wise beautifully landscaped back yard. The Spa is used seldom because it is not placed in an environment that attracts visitors naturally. Since most Spa use is swimsuit optional partial privacy is often desired and most comfortable for bathers. to attract visitors I would recommend wrapping a deck and arbor around the Tub spa. First build a redwood deck a foot or so off the ground, it should come out 6 to 7 feet beyond the entire outside edge of the spa. In addition wrap a redwood bench around the spa, leaving 4 foot clearance, backed by a 5 foot high redwood arbor behind the bench seat. The continuous bench seat is important as it gives the users a place to put their towels food and drink. The bench also doubles as a place to relax and read or lie down and just take a nap. Plant jasmine below the arbor in planting beds and in a short time you will enjoy the beauty and fragrance of this wonderful flowering vine. The jasmine will attract wild life such as birds and pollenating insects that lend a natural beauty to your new space. Throw down some outdoor pillows and you may find yourself sitting for hours reading a book in your new favorite spot. Pools in the yard

First let me admit I am no swimming pool expert. At the same time I have seen many mistakes in pool lay out and design. Remember like the kitchen the pool is the Heart of the yard and landscape. Here is my take on a well designed pool and landscape environment.

First of all a smaller well designed pool is much more attractive than large sterile pool. Pools take up yard space when not in use so smaller is better. I like a dark bottomed pool because they look natural and absorb radiant heat. A pool designed with natural stone decorative features and coping blends seamlessly into the landscape environment. I like pools with a waterfall and cave feature because they are natural looking and children are drawn to play in them. If there is the budget for it I like the addition of a well designed slide built into a bolder and plant landscape. Can you imagine being a child and seeing a cave like slide winding its way down a bolder garden into a natural looking swimming pool ? Heaven.

Pools do not need to be deep to be fun. Children and adults like to stand often when playing in a pool. A 4 foot depth is all that is needed in my opinion. A shallow depth allows for every activity except diving and at the same time it is safer for children. Bay window seat

An exterior window is a wonderful place for a new seat hang out area. Taking out an existing flat window and replacing it with a quality manufactured bay window is the trick. The Bay window shape creates a space for placement of cushions and pillows. This can be extended and enlarged by building bench seating adjacent to the window. I build in operable hinged lids to add to the home storage space. Add a few pillows to your new window seat area cushion and you are good to go. If you like rustic finishes scrounge up some old barn wood such as old redwood fencing, rip it on a table saw, and tack it up in parallel on the outside of the bench seating box, beautiful. Fun Bathroom

What do I think of when I think of an attractive fun bathroom?

I think of skylights , natural stone and openness. Bathroom beauty is accentuated by natural stone and windows [ light ]. It is a wonderful feeling to shower in a natural stone tiled shower as you look up at the clouds thru your overhead skylight and at the same time see your landscape thru a properly placed window. Natural stone tile comes in many forms. Sheet tile that can be very thin of width and intricate in color and form. Sheet tile also comes in the form of pebbles that look like a river bed and show well against natural wood trim. Floors and walls can be installed using a larger square or rectangular tile format. Whatever you choose there is an endless choice of materials and colors to choose from. It will help to Google Search all the materials ideas you have for your bathroom as there are hundreds of examples to look at. Take your time to find the design and materials you desire. If you need help just give me a call and I will help guide you thru all your options. Family Friendly kitchen [ The heart of the house ]

Open the kitchen to the living area and the outdoors. Why close it off at all ? The most user friendly kitchens I have ever encountered blend into the living area seamlessly with an open the wall re model design. An island peninsula counter or bar and seating replace the old existing wall. The food preparation, access to snacks and drinks all occur in the new open kitchen space. Everyone is drawn to the goodies within and those preparing them. Often guests will end up helping in the open kitchen because it is fun and so accessible. Cooking, preparing, drinking and snacking together make for a happy social gathering for adults as well as children. The floor of the kitchen should continue into the living area thus bringing the two spaces together. The colors and material that make up the kitchen walls and cabinetry should be picked up and blend into the living area as well so the entire space works as one. I try to stay away from too much plain white and sterile colors. A kitchen area is at its best when it has a warm comfortable homey feel [ look at natural wood cabinets and colors other than plain white ]. Ample windows and access to the yard bring the outdoors and its colors into the kitchen space. Country kitchen colors will pick up and blend with the natural colors in the landscape thus creating an inviting space that brings the outside into the home. A door off the kitchen to the yard is a great idea especially if there is a pool or spa out there. Family and guests tend to play and hang out around water, sooner or later they will get hungary and thirsty. Often it is preferable to have guests come and go from the kitchen area to the pool area as the moisture that is tracked is easily mopped up. In addition to the exterior door place as many attractive windows as you can on the outside wall of the kitchen. This allows for a blending of the outdoor landscape and the kitchen decor and thus the house proper. Almost all living is done in the kitchen living area so take your time designing this space for the type of living you desire.

Remember Kitchen Living and Exterior Landscape in good weather all meld together.

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Damage to your home or business can be devastating, whether its from fire, water, smoke, or storms. Virginia Restoration Services provides you with the only source you need to mitigate and reverse these damages with complete residential and commercial loss management and restoration services. Our skilled professionals are on call 24/7 to provide you with the rapid response and quality care that you deserve.

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LIONS Home Restoration & Repair is a full-service home restoration, remodeling and repair company. We have been in business since 2007 and bring a combined 100+ years of experience to each and every job. LIONS is and always has been locally owned and operated and the founders continue to work on-site, ensuring the successful completion of all projects and most importantly, the satisfaction of YOU the customer.

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Paul Davis provides professional residential and commercial emergency restoration services for disasters of all sizes. From water and flood damage, to fire damage and mold remediation, Paul Davis franchise professionals are available 24/7 to clean up and repair damage to residential and commercial property.Founded in 1966, Paul Davis is a rapidly growing network of more than 370 independently owned and operated franchises in the United States and Canada. Our headquarters are located in Jacksonville, Florida, as is our IICRC-approved National Training Center.Why Choose Paul Davis Emergency Restoration Services?

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Disaster can strike your home in many different waysand the aftermath can be devastating. No matter what the disaster, were here to help get everything in your home restored back to normal. Damage from kitchen fires, basement floods, and other disasters can be quickly and professionally restored, making your house feel like home again. Our Residential Restoration Services include:

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M.A. Restoration Inc. is a locally owned remodeling and water/mold damage restoration company out of Westborough, Massachusetts. For over 20 years we have worked with our customers to repair, improve or simply accentuate the beauty of their homes.

We understand. When you are simply renovating your home or going through a tragic water loss situation it can be a very emotional experience. We will walk with you every step of the way to ensure open communication and respect of you, your family and your valuable property are always first and foremost on our minds.

Are you looking to add value to your home and pleasure to your life? At M.A. Restoration we are intent on providing excellent customer service, great attention to detail, and meticulous craftsmanship closely managing your project so you dont have to. Whether you are in need of taking care of an unfortunate water disaster or looking to improve your home were here to serve you!

Our Mission is to bring peace of mind, comfort and happiness to every homeowner we work for creating customers for life.

Our Vision is to be the premier water remediation & remodeling company in Central Massachusetts, providing the highest quality customer service through open communication and respect of homeowners and possessions, producing superior crafsmanship.

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SALVAGE: Leak Detection, Plumbing Repair, Flood Cleanup, Mold Removal

We are available 24/7 to take in calls, answer questions, and send out specialized technicians to mitigate any emergency issues. So whether you need help finding a water leak, fixing a plumbing leak, clearing a backed-updrain, water removal, or mold remediation we are here to help. We area complete solution, and have engineered a system thats fast and fun.With all the options you have available, we hope that you take an interest in why we are different and strive to better the service industry, creating one simple solution to property damage.The first 24 hours are crucial in being able to preserve & protectas much of the property & belongings as possible. So whether its fixing a plumbing issue, finding a leak, removing water, mold remediation, or flood cleanup, or just have general questions give us a call at (855) 938-2374.

Our goal is to removestress resultingfromthe destruction in your hometo a fun experience of picking out new tile, cabinetry, paint colors, for what ever needs to be restored. That is the reason we created our own showroom complete with the latest fashion and design. We understand that not every one is an interior designer and that is why we created custom design packages to fit everyones style and taste. Ourexperienced home restoration teamwill walk you through thedesign phase of your restoration project, and establish a scheduled time frame for everything to be complete. Whether you called us because of a plumbing issue, or to clean up and restore mold or water damage. We promise to see your project all the way through completion creating an experience in restoring damage unique and one of a kind.

As a result of a leak, mold, water damage, orflood there could be some items in your home that we can not salvage. So unlike our competition, we actually put your home back together and that is why our clients call us the Restoration Wingmen. 45-Days or less is whenwe hope to have you back in a fully fixed and restored home, and just like a hospital we will work with your insurance company directly providing them with all the necessary documentation for payment of what was completed on the property to get it back to new.

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The fire trucks may be gone but without proper immediate response, the real damage and the costs are just beginning. To return your residential or commercial property to its pre-loss condition requires professional restoration. This is not the job for a do-it-yourself property owner.

For results you can have confidence in, the IICRC recommends hiring a certified restoration firm. Restoration to a property can be complex. Proper smoke and odor removal are tasks that require technicians certified in these specific areas.

When selecting a certified restoration firm several factors must be considered:

In the wake of a fire that has covered homes with smoke and ash, its important to begin clean up as soon as possible in order to prevent permanent damage or discoloration from soot residue. The IICRC provides the following tips for fire victims facing clean up:

Professional restoration technicians know that damage increases and restoration costs escalate the longer neutralization, corrosion control and cleaning is delayed. When homeowners prolong the restoration of their home, they extend the effects brought on by the smoke exposure. The following is a timeline of the effects of fire and smoke on a home.

Within Minutes: Acid soot residues cause plastics to yellow; small appliances located close to the source of combustion discolor; highly porous materials (marble, alabaster) discolor permanently.

Within Hours: Acid residues stain grout in bathrooms; fiberglass bath fixtures may yellow; uncoated metals tarnish, counter tops may yellow; finishes on appliances, particularly refrigerators, may yellow; furniture finishes may discolor.

Within Days: In time, acid residues cause painted walls to yellow permanently; metal corrodes, pits and rusts; wood furniture requires refinishing; vinyl flooring requires refinishing or replacement; clothing becomes soot stained; upholstery stains permanently.

Within Weeks: Restoration costs escalate tremendously. Synthetic carpet fibers may yellow or discolor permanently; silver plate is corroded permanently; glass, crystal, china may require replacement due to severe etching and pitting caused by prolonged exposure to acid soot residues.

Cleaning up soot residue must be done as quickly as possible. During combustion, soot residue and volatile vapors are carried by rising and expanding air to surfaces throughout a structure, and are deposited. This process occurs repeatedly until combustion ends, with soot residue building up on surfaces layer by layer. By the time restoration technicians arrive, lacquer-like soot residue may be quite difficult to dissolve and remove.

In addition to removing residue, ridding your home of its smoky odor is necessary. Professionals use this four-step process to remove odors:

Understanding the effects of a fire can help homeowners evaluate the damage to their home. By learning more about residue clean-up and deodorization after a fire, you can minimize the need for costly repair. Fire and smoke restoration experts can help you return your home and furnishings to a pre-loss condition.

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