Entries by Edgewood

Farm Sinks: Why Are These Sinks Gaining So Much Popularity?

As the name suggests, a farmhouse or apron sink was built for large families living in a farmhouse because many dishes needed to be washed after meals. Farm sinks are made wide, deep, and rectangular to fit all the dirty dishes left behind. They were more practical for large families. Traditionally these sinks were designed for […]

Functional Kitchen Accessories Are Taking Center Stage

Channel surf through the home improvement shows and one thing really stands out, the increasing use of functional kitchen accessories. Part of the trend may be attributed to people’s increasing desire to have an organized but informal kitchen with wide open spaces. So what functional kitchen accessories are hot right now? Let’s take a quick […]

Deciding between Refacing vs Replacing Kitchen Cabinets

The time has come.  You’ve finally decided that it’s time to update your kitchen cabinets.  You will no longer have to look at those awful, dated cabinets that you’ve been itching to get rid of since you moved in.  But you only get one chance to do this and you want to make sure you’re […]

Less is More in Modern Kitchen Designs

You’ve probably seen those ads on television, with the table that gets smaller when the man pushes on it, or the car weaving its way through the legs of dinosaurs. It seems that American companies are finally catching on to the fact that Americans are no longer focused on “bigger is better” like we used […]

The Perfect Finish: Spray vs Hand Rubbed Stain

There are a lot of decisions to make when ordering custom cabinets, and some of them might be less obvious than others. While you might well expect to spend time choosing the perfect type of wood or color of stain, you might not think to ask about the pros and cons of spray vs hand […]

Create a Unique Look with Multi Level Cabinets and Tops in Your Kitchen

If you’re considering remodeling your kitchen, remember that the sky is the limit, and you don’t have to have cabinets and counters in even, straight lines.  Think outside the box and consider the benefits of multi level cabinets and tops. Multi-level Cabinets and Countertops Provide Aesthetic Appeal I’m sure you’ve walked into a kitchen and […]

How Glass Front Cabinets Can Enhance Your Kitchen

When it comes to cabinetry, less truly is more, because when you install glass front cabinetry in your kitchen, you add more light, style, and interest to your design.  It’s no wonder they’re such a popular kitchen trend this year.  Just a few glass front cabinets interspersed with the rest of your cabinetry can open up […]

Less is More: Current Trends in Kitchen & Bathroom Design

Less is more is regaining its popularity as a mantra for interior design. A recent article from Remodeling Magazine emphasizes this point with their list of the 2013 Kitchen & Bath Design Trends. If you’re considering new designs for your kitchen or bathroom than check out these current trends, they’re guaranteed to provide you with […]