Have you ever considered concrete floors for your home? Instead of traditional vinyl, carpet, or hardwood flooring, many of today’s Portland area homeowners are turning to concrete as a stylish and durable solution. Despite its growing popularity, a number of misconceptions about concrete still exist. If you’re on the fence about what type of… Read more »
Concrete flooring is incredibly durable and is very low maintenance. With the wide array of decorative finishes to choose from, concrete can also be extremely beautiful and stylish. It’s a great choice for homes and businesses! In fact, more and more homeowners are choosing to install concrete flooring in kitchens, living areas, basements, garages,… Read more »
Imagine all you could do with extra square footage in your home! Are you sick of the gym? Why not turn your basement into an exercise room? Don’t like having the TV in your living room? Create a mini home theater (and/or video game room) downstairs. Does your teenager want her own room? How… Read more »
With a great deck comes great responsibility — or at the very least, a little TLC every now and then. We recommend spending some time every fall prepping your deck for winter. Not only will this help protect your deck during one of the harshest seasons, it will also take the hard work out of… Read more »
If you’re opening your very first restaurant or are in the process of remodeling your well-loved eatery, there are many design decisions to consider — not the least of which is choosing the right flooring material. Learn which flooring options will keep up with the needs of your restaurant and withstand the harsh treatment a… Read more »
In the Pacific Northwest, ensuring your home is ready for winter is crucial. Given the amount of rain and harsh weather your Portland or Vancouver home will receive, not doing so can be costly. In this month’s post, we’ve outlined essential home winterization tips to keep your house dry this winter. All of these tips… Read more »
Choosing the perfect flooring material for your house or commercial building can be daunting. The type of flooring you select can make or break the overall aesthetic of your space. Not only are there are many design factors to consider, you also have to think about practicality, durability, and cost. Don’t let the decision overwhelm… Read more »
Water damage causes more headaches for homeowners in the Portland and Vancouver area than just about anything else. Why? Because in many cases, water damage can go unnoticed for a long time, leading to serious problems that are difficult (and expensive) to repair. In today’s post, we’re going to take a look at the most… Read more »
Many homes in the Portland, OR and Vancouver, WA metro areas have a basement. Unfortunately, that basement space is often unfinished. Unfinished basement space is most common in older homes, particularly the charming craftsman homes and bungalows found in local neighborhoods. Many homeowners, especially as their families grow, look to find ways to take advantage… Read more »
The Pacific Northwest sees some of the highest annual rainfall levels in the country. For homeowners in areas like Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington, this is a reason for concern. Of course, Pacific Northwesterners aren’t afraid of a little rain, but a high amount of precipitation raises specific needs for home maintenance. Are you prepared? Fortunately,… Read more »
