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When overseeing your building or remodeling project, a general contractor is responsible for all aspects of that project, from hiring and supervising subcontractors, to ordering supplies, to securing building permits and scheduling any needed building inspections.
Most ceilings are from 9 feet to 11 feet high. Those ceiling heights work best with crown molding that’s between 4 and 6 inches in width, so it’s no wonder that these widths are the most popular for crown molding.
Unfortunately, not every floor plan created by homebuilders is always designed with livability in mind. When you need to turn your home’s awkward layout into something your family can thrive in, we’re always ready to help with the renovation.
Installing a waterfall faucet in your kitchen or bathroom is a great way to transform an otherwise-ordinary sink into a relaxing, unique fixture that you can admire.
When choosing window treatments, you have your choice of hard or soft coverings (or a combination of both). Hard window treatments are made of materials like wood or vinyl, whereas soft treatments include a variety of fabrics.
Don’t forget the curb appeal. While many home improvement projects focus on interior upgrades, sprucing up the exterior is equally important. A front porch with architectural detail can, for example, add substance, style, and interest to a plain, flat-fronted house.
Q: Can you fix the gaps between my ceiling and the molding? A: This depends on the extent of the gap. One option could be to add a strip of trim and paint over it, while another could be to caulk the area or to install a carrier molding.
Many home upgrades are made up of a number of important interrelated steps. To avoid delays, experts recommend that you have a clear idea of what you want to accomplish before you begin a project.
Crown or cove molding with a concave curve at the top and a convex curve at the bottom features an ogee profile. The elongated S-shaped curve is so common in millwork, it’s often described as ogee molding.
What kind of materials are recycled into rebar? Many household products such as refrigerators, microwaves, hot water heaters, and other appliances end up as rebar. Even old automobiles can be turned into rebar.
It’s important to remember that we won’t always be able to make the renovations you desire. For instance, knocking down load-bearing walls or installing things outside of local building codes aren’t advisable.
A general contractor can enhance a home by turning smaller rooms into living spaces, creating a home office or family room out of a basement, turning an attic space into a spare bedroom, or extending the home to add a room or increase the space of a room, to name just some.
PVC crown molding is ideal for accents in rooms like bathrooms, where humidity could warp or ruin wood. PVC can be a little trickier to paint because of its smooth texture.
Plaster-covered crown molding offers the look of plaster without the weight or cost. The molding is created by encasing the base polystyrene material in a light layer of fiberglass and applying a thin finish coat of acrylic plaster.
One of the biggest benefits of doing a home renovation is that you’ll have less maintenance. If you have newer appliances, fixtures, plumbing, or even paint, you won’t have to worry about repairing anything or replacing, should you decide to sell your home.
Rebar is sized numerically, starting a #3 (3/8”) and topping at #18 (2-1/4”); each numerical increase indicates a size increase of about an eighth of an inch. We will point you to the right size.
Were you aware that it can take up to three or four months of daytime supervision to build a home from foundation to rooftop? We are well-versed in the day-to-day activities of home construction, so if you have any questions about the process, we are here to answer them!
How is rebar connected together? Couplers called "mechanical couplers" or "mechanical splices" connect reinforcing bars together. They can be used in precast concrete at the joints as well.
Q: What’s PFJ molding? A: This is a type of molding that is simple to work with and easy to affix. It also is great for painting, making it a popular molding choice.
Keep in mind that in order to obtain their license, your general contractor had to pass a series of examinations and requirements. Thus, they are equipped with plenty of knowledge that helps them ensure the quality and timeliness of your project.
Do you have a short room with ceilings that are eight feet high or less? That doesn’t mean that you can’t have crown moldings. Crown molding for shorter ceilings should have a longer upper portion (along the ceiling) than lower portion (along the wall).
Clearing walkways, designating a place to leave debris, and showing where to use the restroom are just a few ways you can help the workers who enter your home. Even offering water now and then is greatly appreciated.
Did you know that wooden crown molding can cost upwards of $45 a foot? It all depends on the type of wood you’d like to use. In the end, a beautiful molding is well worth the expense.
