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Finding Good Countertops And Cabinets In Vancouver

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Good countertops in Vancouver can be hard to come by, so can cabinets. Many first time home owners don’t know where to start when it comes to shopping around for the right countertops and cabinets in Vancouver.  Here are a couple quick tips to help you be able to easily differentiate between high and poor quality countertops and cabinets.

Countertops

Ensure the countertop you’re interested has 5 important features:

  1. Heat Resistance
  2. Scratch Resistance
  3. Chemical Resistance
  4. Easy To Clean & Maintain
  5. Comes In A Wide Range Of Colors & Styles

If you ensure your counter top checks all 5 boxes, you have nothing to worry about.

Cabinets

When it comes to cabinets in Vancouver, material is everything. There are 3 main specs to look out for

  1. Wood Durability
  2. Scratch & Stain Resistant Finish
  3. Comes In A Wide Range Of Colors & Styles

Stick to these three main points and your cabinets should come out looking great!

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How To Choose The Right Fixtures

Golden Stove Faucet

Having fixtures which complement the home as a whole is a very important part of completing any remodeling or renovation project. Here we will quickly go over what you should pay attention to when it comes to your home fixtures. There are three main determining factors that you should keep an eye out for:

Materials

Ensure that the material color and metals match that of the room your are trying to compliment. Keep in mind that some metals such as copper and zinc are antibacterial so they would be a better fit for bathrooms and kitchens. Ensuring that the metal is rust resistant and that the ceramics are shatter proof are the two most important considerations when it comes to material.

Styles

Fixtures come in all different shapes, sizes and styles. Be sure to define the style of your room before you go fixture shopping. A common mistake people make is putting modern fixtures in rooms which have a retro design. It just simply almost never comes out good looking. Make sure to give your room a clear definition before you go out shopping for different styles of fixtures.

Functionality

People often forget that functionality is the primary goal of fixtures. They get so lost in design and trying to look impressive that the functionality winds up suffering. If you are looking to run a kitchen smoothly, ensure that the fixtures you have do not compromise functionality for a cooler look. Especially in the kitchen when you often need quick and easy access to faucets, make sure that they are easy to use and without hassle. If you do that, you will be golden. 

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How To Choose The Right Bathtub

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There are multiple rudimentary steps people avoid when it comes to selecting the right bathtub for their bathroom. Here we will explore the 3 most important specs to check before purchasing and installing a bathtub in your bathroom.

Size

Ensure that you are 100% comfortable laying in the tub. Countless times, people purchase bathtubs which are ergonomically incorrect and uncomfortable for them to lay in. Ensuring that you fit well in the tub (for your body type) is of upmost importance. In terms of size, ensuring that the tub takes up a moderate amount of space in your bathroom is also very important. Will it infringe on the space designated to the toilet? Will you be able to use the toilet comfortably with its installation? Does it fit in conjunction with how the position of the shower head? These are all questions you need to be asking yourself prior to purchasing a bathtub. 

Material

Bathtubs get dirty quick, especially if you have pets that you bathe regularly. Ensure that the material is easy to clean and resistant to soap scum. Most bathtubs nowadays are made with high quality ceramics which should leave you without worry. Sometimes, homeowners try to reduce expenses by purchasing inferior quality bathtubs. They opt for polymer based tubs over ceramics and though they may save in the short run, it will cause them to have a lot more cleanup down the line.

Shape

Finally, ensure that the shape of the bathtub is one which fits best with your lifestyle. If you’re looking for a bathtub that you will be primarily lying down in, it better to opt for one with a wide oval shape. Shapes along those lines will best fit a human body which is larger around the center. If you’re looking to possibly install glass doors or cannot decide between having a tub and a stand in shower, opt for a rectangular shaped bathtub. Rectangular shaped bathtubs can function as a stand in just as well as a regular stand in shower. Bottom line, ensure the shape of your tub goes well with how you want to  functionally use it on a daily basis.

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Choosing The Best Cooktop For You

Electric Cooktop

When renovating your kitchen, a great deal of thought should go into selecting the right cooktop for you. After all, the main purpose of a kitchen is cooking delicious meals in the most time efficient way possible. Here we discuss three major features to look for when selecting your cooktop.

Energy Efficiency

To maximize energy efficiency, you will have to go with an electric cooktop. Not only will this save you on your monthly hydro bill but will also give your kitchen a cleaner look. Some people view gas appliances as archaic, so having a sleek electric cooktop will win you points with your guests. Not only points for sleek compact design but also because it will prevent your kitchen from smelling like dingy gas.

Portability

Cooktops save space. Just how much space you save is completely up to you. Whether you are looking for a wider cooking surface or one that is more narrow is completely up to you. Portability is a wonderful benefit of cooktops, so make sure to maximize it as best as you can.

Oven Consideration

Keep in mind that unlike traditional stoves, cooktops do not come with an oven attached. If you are someone who loves baking, you will require an oven to be purchased and installed separately. This can be a good thing or a bad thing depending on how you view it. If you do not require an oven, you can save a pretty penny. If you do require an oven to accompany the cooktop, you will have to spend more but what you get in return is customizability. Since the oven is a separate piece, you can install it within the walls of the cabinets and save lots of space. This also allows for a more luxurious look when it comes to kitchen design.

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Benefits Of Choosing Marble

Marble Countertops

Looks Brilliant

Marble has an iconic look that goes back thousands of years. Over the years marble has become synonymous with everything luxurious. The best part of marble is that there is no need to educate the viewer to know what kind of quality is being implied. As soon as someone enters a room with marble tiling, countertops or furniture, it goes without saying.

Highly Durable

An underrated aspect of marble is how durable it is. It is virtually impossible to scratch or chip. This makes it a great option for countertops and other high traffic surfaces. Marble also comes in a variety of colors which make it easily applicable in areas where traffic is high.

Excellent Insulator

Finally, an added benefit of marble is that it is a great insulator. This means that it can be used seamlessly in rooms which tend to get cold during Vancouver's often unrelenting winters. Basement suites and rental suites can greatly benefit from this as a means of lowering heating costs.

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Top 4 Ways To Maximize Home Storage

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When we discuss maximizing storage space, there are 4 ways that it is best done. These are centered around the 4 major spaces within the home where space is not utilized the best.

Living Room Storage

Purchase couches which have hollows within the trunk. This is always a great place to store your goods. Get professionally made TV cabinets. These can contain great compartmental sections which will greatly benefit you.

Office Storage

Cabinets above the desk is always the best place to start. Not only does this offer great storage but it also allows you to have everything at an arms length. Usually office desks become cluttered because the occupant needs to have access to everything nearby. Custom cabinets with good compartments easily solve this problem.

Bedroom Storage

As mentioned earlier, aiming to hide clutter in trunks of furniture is a great way to go. maximizing closet space is another great means. You can do this simply through getting a custom closet created. Custom closets not only accommodate clothing but also larger stow-away goods.

Garage Storage

The main focus on garage storage should be to keep everything dry and clean. A garage tends to be the place where most messes find themselves taking place. Ensuring that you have proper shelfing and cabinetry on the upper walls will help create a perfect scenario for all your storage needs.

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Custom Cabinets Vs Stock Cabinets

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Whether you are building a new home or you just want to spruce up your current space, one of the most important purchases will be your cabinets. Whether it will be in the kitchen, the bathrooms, bedrooms or storage area, the right cabinets can not only make your space look better but also clean from all the clutter.

Stock Cabinets

With stock cabinetry, you are going to benefit greatly from a much faster speed of installation and lower prices. Modern stock cabinets also allow you to add special features and details from the craftsmen. They are also easily customizable when it comes to type of wood, color, size, shape and style. A stock cabinet can also help you visualize how the room will look a lot easier than designing a cabinet set from scratch. Stock cabinets are significantly cheaper than custom cabinets. Modern are versatile and customizable. For about 70% of the population, stock cabinets are the best choice. Primarily because the general population tends to not need to accommodate unique appliances or live in a space that has been architecturally designed to have odd surfaces. Stock cabinets are not labor intensive and can be installed easily by the homeowner. This reduces the price of installation as well as the time it will take to install. Stock cabinets are also produced in mass so there are no fears about supply chain delays by the manufacturer. You don’t have to plan well ahead in fears that the manufacturer’s supply runs low.

Custom Cabinets

In Vancouver, custom cabinets are becoming ever more popular. Since the cost of purchasing a home has been rising year over year, more people are investing back into their homes. A great way to invest back into your home’s equity is to install unique and luxurious cabinets which can maximize your unique space. Custom Cabinets tend to be labor intensive and have a time-consuming installation process. They often come with some very unusual construction features and additional accessories. They require a custom approach from start to finish. All this time spent on the craftsmanship and installation makes for a beautiful cabinet set. The down side is that, as with anything beautiful in life, it comes at a much higher price. Custom cabinets tend to cost a lot more than cookie-cutter stock cabinets. Custom cabinets also require a much longer lead time. From start to finish they can often take months to complete due to the fact that most custom cabinets use high quality woods which are not easily supplied. This supply chain problem may lead to additional delays so make sure to plan well ahead when planning to order custom cabinetry. Custom cabinets also have the benefit of being able to integrate custom appliances into its design. If you are looking to purchase several large sized appliances to be in your kitchen, you might greatly benefit from custom cabinetry. Custom cabinetry comes with all kinds of unique features such as electronics, hydraulics, refrigeration units, charging stations and more. If you require this high degree of customizability, you are better off getting a custom-made cabinet rather than trying to make do with stocked products.

How To Decide

When deciding which one better suit you, take three things into consideration: Time, cost & quality. When deciding which cabinetry set to order, take these three parameters into consideration and it will make it a lot easier to decide which type of cabinetry best suits you and your space.

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