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(PRWEB) May 14, 2013

Its spring and spring brings about the chance to remodel some of the more often used rooms in a home, especially a bathroom. When remodeling, the two rooms that will create more value to the home will be the kitchen and bathrooms. It is important not to cut on the budget for these two areas.

Making a choice for the proper flooring in a bathroom requires some forethought and planning on the part of the home owner. There are a variety of flooring choices out there for consideration. Experts from Emmons & Associates who specialize in flooring installations shared a few tips on what to consider when making a flooring choice for a bathroom.

First, lets start with what to avoid. In addition to the obvious omission of carpet as a choice due to its ability to absorb and hold moisture there are several hard surface materials to consider avoiding as well. Solid wood flooring, particularly of the parquet or tongue-and-groove variety, is not at all recommended for bathrooms, where water is prevalent.

Engineered wood performs better than laminate flooring because its base is of a sturdier, more water resistant plywood base. Its still not recommended for intense water but it will hold up if you desire it as a final choice.

An inexpensive choice is vinyl tile or sheet vinyl flooring. However, even though it is petroleum based it is a composite material. Vinyl tile squares have seams that water can penetrate. Sheet vinyl is generally seamless or has a minimum number of seams and therefore does a better long term job.

The most effective choice is tile. There are several tile options ranging from ceramic to highly expensive and rare natural stone materials. The most important factor to keep in mind is that natural stone, such as travertine, requires a stone sealer to help reduce the ability of water/moisture to penetrate. Porcelain tile doesnt allow penetration of moisture and porcelain is a material that many tile manufacturers are using to simulate the look and feel of natural stone materials. The cost of porcelain is generally less than natural stone as well.

When in a high water area, such as the shower or tub surround, tight grout lines are recommended. Grout, even if sealed, will eventually allow moisture to get through and begin subverting the mortars hold to the substrate, concrete board. There are stronger grouts with built in additives available on the market today to help alleviate this situation.

Tile manufacturers are also creating tile designs that have the look of wood flooring for those that want that appearance but dont want to risk moisture/water damage.

Finally, its important to do the research and make careful considerations before moving forward with a material order or choosing a contractor for installation.

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By World's Editorials Writers on May 14, 2013, at 2:26 AMUpdated on 5/14/13 at 9:02 AM

Voters in the Tulsa Public Schools district have a crucial decision to make at the election polls on Tuesday.

Does anyone else see the massive irony in Gov. Mary Fallin's latest attack on the Obama administration? She accused the president of not keeping his word and of "actively" seeking to toss 30,000 Oklahomans off a state-subsidized health-insurance program, when she has had it in her power for many months to singlehandedly provide health insurance for an estimated 180,000 residents by next year.

In the $7.1 billion state budget recently unveiled, lawmakers managed to carve out $7 million for remodeling some office space left vacant by the departure of the appellate courts, which are now housed in new quarters.

Lawmakers also set aside $120 million for repairing the Capitol, and were insistent that the $7 million needed right away for remodeling not be taken out of that allocation.

Problem is, doing the remodeling work now could mean that work will have to be torn out and done over when the major repair work is undertaken.

Finance Secretary Preston Doerflinger said he raised that issue several times during budget negotiations, to no avail. In fact, lawmakers seem to be in an unusual hurry to spruce up their own digs, as if they fear somebody or something might get in their way.

"I just question if that was the best use of their monies at this time versus trying to dovetail into the overall project," said Doerflinger.

Doerflinger has been a welcome voice of reason and common sense since he went to work for the state. He's exactly right on this subject. How many Oklahomans would consider office remodeling to the tune of $7 million to be a high priority?

What's more, lawmakers could have saved that $120 million set aside for Capitol repairs by going the logical and sensible route of a bond issue for that work, but oh no. Debt is now a dirty word in politics, even though managing debt is proof to bond rating companies of a state's fiscal abilities.

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One of the best remodeling tools is available at no cost.

Just ask, said Curt Severson of Chippewa Valley Siding, Roofing Supply Co. of Chippewa Falls.

Ask as many questions as possible, Severson said. With the scope of a remodeling project, two-way communication is key.

Talking about the project helps. So does making the right decision.

Dennis Reiter of Reiter Construction of Eau Claire remembers working on a house in Chippewa Falls that had a spiral stairway. While the spiral stairway was functional, it didnt strike a chord with would-be buyers of the home.

We put a staircase in that (house) and it sold immediately, Reiter said.

He said as of this week he was in the middle of a couple of remodeling jobs. One is an addition to an existing home and the other is a bathroom remodeling.

Which means a barrier-free shower, he said.

Taking measurements

Reiter tackles remodeling work by taking measurements of the house, and drawing plans or even making mock-ups of his design.

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CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 13, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --Charlotte deck builder Archadeck of Charlotte announced today that its employment is at an all-time high of 70 outdoor living designers, builders and support staff. Owned by Eric Kent, Archadeck started its business designing and building custom decks and has since expanded its services to include screened porches, patios, hardscapes, pergolas, outdoor fireplaces, outdoor fire pits, outdoor kitchens, sunrooms and more.

Archadeck Outdoor Living has completed over 20,000 projects in the Charlotte area, worth nearly $100,000,000. "I'm thrilled with the continued success of the business," says Kent. "We started as the Charlotte deck builder and now are able to provide so much more to our clients with not only our additional outdoor living offerings, but also our handyman business and outdoor surface cleaning company."

To offer more home remodeling and enhancement services to its clients, Eric Kent has also established Value Remodelers and Handyman Services, as a solution to many requests for home updates and home improvements from its clients.

And this year, Kent has also launched Renew Crew of Charlotte, a year-round outdoor surface cleaning, sealing and protection to remove the signs of outdoor mold, grime and weathered residue on decks, fences, patios, pavers, siding and more.

About Archadeck of Charlotte

Recognized for overall operational excellence, Archadeck was named a World-Class Franchise company for 2013 by the National Franchise Research Institute and was ranked 12th on Qualified Remodeler magazine's 2012 Exterior 200 list of top remodeling companies. Archadeck outdoor living spaces and projects have graced the covers of Gardens, Decks and Patios and Decks & Backyard Projects. The company has been featured in This Old House, Smart Money and Gardening & Deck Design, as well as on Home & Garden TV (HGTV).

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Renovating is an intense personal experience shared with large numbers of total strangers not much different than surviving a plane crash." an anonymous homeowner

Even with the grim reference, this quote made us smile for its honesty. Renovating truly is an intense personal experience you may begin with total strangers. However, by the end of the project hopefully you will not only still be speaking, but will have bonded in a most positive way with your chosen teammates.

The strangers in your home-remodeling project are the architects, contractors, subcontractors, interior designers and other professionals you bring on to your project. It does feel like a risk to bring these people into your personal space, and you will no doubt experience some stress together. The difference between these strangers and the stranger sitting next to you on a plane is that you actually do get to choose those with whom you will work in a home remodel.

Your team of strangers will be working with you for months how many months depends on the size and complexity of your project. It is important to select your team carefully. Ask for references. Meet with them. Interview different candidates and see who you feel comfortable with. This is going to be an intense experience, and if you dont feel comfortable with them in the first few meetings, you wont be comfortable later on down the road, especially when problems arise.

If you were able to choose your strangers in a plane crash, you would choose to be surrounded by strong professionals that could get you through the crisis. If it were us, we would want to be sitting next to a doctor, an EMT, a trauma counselor and a military officer. These folks would have the skills and experience to handle an emergency situation. Maybe they have even been through it before and know just what to do. Similarly, surrounding yourself with skilled people throughout a home remodel will make the experience much less traumatic and the outcome much more successful.

Surviving a home remodeling project also requires some survival skills on your part. You need to be able to stay calm and organized among chaos, especially if you are living in the house during construction. It is best to evacuate the scene, but it is not always possible. If you cant move out, follow the contractors guidelines to keep your family safe during the actual work. Watch out for power tools, nails, holes in the floor, ladders and other tools that could cause accidents.

Although living through the remodel isnt ideal, it can be done. Contractors and architects will know how to organize a project if you plan to live in your house during construction. You may need to work in phases, keeping one area at a time untouched until the construction zone has moved through the house. That one untouched space can be your mini-sanctuary to escape the dust and noise.

Home remodeling survivors advise you to have a plan, realistic expectations and a support system. If you are remodeling the kitchen, you may have to eat out (or at Moms) from four to eight weeks. Call in all your chips, as family, friends and neighbors can be great resources for you to survive the no kitchen blues.

Although home renovating can sometimes feel like a disaster when you are in the middle of the construction zone, it doesnt have to be a nightmare. It will disrupt your life, but with the right team and your own survival plan, the outcome should be spectacular! Like childbirth, the pain will fade and you will be glad you did it.

Ann Robinson and Annie V. Schwemmer are the principal architects and co-founders of a residential architectural firm focused on life-changing remodeling designs at RenovationDesignGroup.com. Send comments or questions to ask@RenovationDesignGroup.com

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Starting a remodeling project can be a nerve racking experience. If you think about it, you are paying someone to come tear up your home and praying that in the end of the specified project period, you will have a beautiful new space to enjoy. The risk is great, but the reward can be great too. A well-executed remodel or renovation can greatly increase the value of your home and your quality of life.

While there are thousands of questions you could (and should) ask a contractor before beginning a project with them, there are five that are absolutely key to finding a reliable contractor that will be able to complete the job with minimal risk, heartache and pain.

Here are the 5 Essential questions to ask any remodeling contractor you interview:

1) Have you, or any of your employees ever filed Bankruptcy, been arrested, or been sued by a previous customer?

When considering the risk and safety of your home and family, it is really important that the contractor and their employees have a clean reputation of trust and integrity. You want to have confidence that your builder is debt-free and well capitalized to ensure the proper financial backing to support your project. You should also understand whether or not they will use your deposit to complete their last job, which many contractors do these days. Finally, for the safety of your family, you want to be sure that they are only bringing background screened, trusted employees into your home and life.

2) Will you pull all of the required building permits for my project?

This is a question that often goes overlooked by many homeowners. However, investing in your home is something to take seriously. When a contractor asks you to pull the permit, they are transferring the liability to you. This means if any subcontractor gets hurt on the job, you will be responsible. You will also be on the hook to ensure all work is up to code and complying with the permit you pulled. If you have a sizable net worth and assets to protect, its best that you find a contractor who puts your best interests first, and will take the time to pull ALL required permits to help guarantee the work done in your home.

3) Are you properly licensed and insured?

This is a major factor when choosing a reliable contractor. This industry is rampant with horror stories of contractors who lack the proper licensing and insurance to perform the job, thus wreaking havoc on homes and bank accounts. A contractor who does not have a license is probably someone who is unqualified to be working in your home, who either lacks the educational foundation or the experience required to be certified. And a contractor who is not insured means that your home could be left unprotected from damage or negligence, and you could be left to pay the price and suffer the consequences. However, finding a contractor that is both licensed and insured in the proper areas can make the remodeling process less stressful because it can give you as the client peace of mind that the company you have hired will be able to stand behind their work.

4) Do you guarantee deposits and warranty your work and provide Lien Wavers? It is important that your contractor guarantee the deposit on your project as it shows accountability that the project will be completed to the standards you have outlined in your agreement. A Lien Waver then ensures that this gets accomplished. Angies List states, With a lien waiver, when the project is successfully completed, both parties sign off and state that the contract obligations have been met. A warranty is extremely important when it comes to remodeling your home as it can protect you in the event that something is faulty or has issues later on after the project has been completed. When looking for a contractor, the industry leading warranty is known as a 2-10 Warranty. The 2-10 Warranty offers coverage on 1-year workmanship, 2-year systems, and 10-year coverage for qualifying structural defects. These warranties help to make sure that your investment is safe and secure for years to come.

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Every summer, thousands of homeowners embark on sweaty, dusty, angst-filled journeys. No, I am not speaking about the annual journey to retrieve their children from college for summer break. I am speaking about remodeling projects.

Why are remodeling projects sources of misery and loathing? I don't mean to blame the victim, but sometimes remodeling projects suck the life out of people because...people lie to themselves. While yes, there are some crummy remodeling contractors out there, sometimes the homeowner tells himself lies that turn a remodeling project into a no good, very bad thing. Shall we expose these lies, so that you can have better luck with your next remodeling project?

Lie Number One: This will only take a few weeks. Do not, under any circumstances, plan an event to follow a remodel. This is asking for stress beyond measure. It is grievously ill-advised to begin a remodeling project and expect that it will be finished "just in time" for a wedding or some such event. Your remodeling contractor probably has good intentions. It's just that, things beyond anyone's control could go wrong. Say the tile factory is sold out of the tile you need to finish your kitchen, and they won't have it for another month? What if your contractor discovers some structural problem in your house while remodeling and has to do a lot more work than any of you expected? These things are par for the course, so expect the unexpected.

Lie Number Two: This contractor is my cousin's friend, so he must be good. Regardless of who recommends a contractor to you, you still need to check his references. Speak with not just recent clients of his, but clients from years past, to find out how durable his work is. If a contractor will only give you his friends or family members as references, run the other way. Some of the worst stories of contractor fraud I have heard of involved contractors who the homeowner peripherally knew, or even considered to be a friend. Find someone who isn't offering you a "deal", but who has proven to do good work in the past. This is especially true with hiring contractors to work on the systems in your house, like the electrical system, that you might not be too familiar with. An Atlanta electrician posted tips for finding a good electrician on Hometalk, and I recommend reading his tips.

Lie Number Three: I'll be able to use my house like normal during the remodel. Expect the worst, and you won't be disappointed. You will experience less anxiety if you plan carefully how you will go about your daily life without a bathroom, or without a kitchen. Do you need to relocate your refrigerator and breakfast nook to the living room while your kitchen is being renovated? Do you need to set up a grill and a garden hose as a makeshift kitchen on your back porch? Do you need to make arrangements with a neighbor to use their bathroom while yours is out of service? Being honest with yourself about the kind of plans you'll need to have in place in order to function in your house during a remodel will make the process much easier.

Lie Number Four: This remodeling project will stay within budget. You need to view the quote that your contractor gives you as an estimate. While the project should not go radically over-budget, there are situations where it would be reasonable to pay more than you expected. For instance: As I mentioned above, your contractor finds a structural problem that he needs to fix in addition to the remodel.

Lie Number Five: I can totally do this myself. From pulling permits to dealing with demo and hauling, remodeling projects are so much more than their sanitized portrayal on HGTV would lead one to believe. Read 10 DIY Renovation Pitfalls to Avoid for a thorough discussion of this issue.

Chaya Kurtz writes for Networx.com.

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