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Cabinet Refinishing

Cabinet Refinishing  Cabinet refinishing is a great way to update the look of your kitchen or bathroom without spending a lot of money. There are a few different ways to refinish cabinets, but the most common is to paint them. Before you start, you'll need to remove all of the cabinet hardware and clean the cabinets thoroughly. If you're painting the cabinets, you'll also need to sand them down and apply the proper primer. Cabinet Painting Once the cabinets are ready, you can start painting. Be sure to use a high-quality cabinet paint and a spray the cabinets with an hvlp sprayer or airless sprayer.  It is for this reason most homeowners turn to an experienced cabinet refinisher for this time of project.  The Paint Bros a painter located in Grants Pass, Oregon provides various types of finishes for cabinets.    Painting cabinets can be a bit more time-consuming, but the results are worth it. If you're not up for painting, you can also refinish cabinets with a new

Lead Paint in Homes

Lead Paint in Homes  Lead paint was banned from use in homes in 1978, however, many older homes still contain paint in the exterior and interior paint. Lead paint in homes is a serious health hazard . It can cause damage to the brain , kidneys , nervous system , and red blood cells . It can also cause miscar riages and developmental problems in children .  When lead paint is disturbed, it is the most dangerous.  If the paint is sanded or scraped, the dust particles can be inhaled or ingested, and therefore cause serious health issues.  If your home was built prior to 1978, or you suspect that lead is present in the paint, there are professional tests that can be performed to determine the presence of lead. When lead paint is disturbed, it is the most dangerous.  If the paint is sanded or scraped, the dust particles can be inhaled or ingested, and therefore cause serious health issues.  If your home was built prior to 1978, or you suspect that lead is present in

How to remodel any kitchen

Kitchen Remodeling  How to do it right the first time There are so many variables involved with a kitchen remodeling project.  If you are a weekend warrior, there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure it all goes as planned.  To Start, you will want a durable finish for your kitchen cabinets and drawers.  However, before you go any further, you need to plan!  Do you have a budget ?  You would be surprised how many people I meet and their budget is not realistic with the expectation.  This is not meant to offend anyone.  There is a budget for ever type of project.  You as the homeowner need to decide how much or how little you want to spend.   Full remodel or partial ? Kitchen Island - Full Remodel Project A full remodel includes a demolition of an existing kitchen.  You may decide to rearrange the existing floorplan of your kitchen.  You might decide to add an island or more cabinets.  An average kitchen remodeling can start from $3000 - $60,000 + .  This is why planning is cruc