In the 1870s, American inventor Thaddeus Hyatt was one of the earliest to advocate the use of metal bars as reinforcement for concrete. In addition to their structural value, he was attempting to develop a fireproof structure built solely from concrete and iron.
While foot-wide crown molding may be the perfect addition to a room with high ceilings, you don’t have to go that wide or elaborate in your home. Keeping the molding in proportion with the room can actually help to make your ceilings appear taller.
Enameled cast iron sinks are durable, but expensive and quite heavy. Enameled steel is a lighter and more affordable alternative, although the material is thinner and prone to chipping or flexing.
We realize that not everyone loves the idea installing ultra-fancy pieces of wide crown molding in their home. Let’s talk about the tone you want to achieve with the room so that we can help you evaluate which pieces of trim are right for your style.
At some point, you may discover that you aren’t ready to move even though your existing home no longer meets your family’s needs. Let’s talk about possible renovations we could perform to make your home a better fit.
Are you going all out on your kitchen renovation? Consider adding a second sink to allow more than one person to prep food at the same time.