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Residential Remodeling Contractor Explains Barn Door Popularity

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Barn doors are showing up all over Orange County. Joe Mueller, an Orange County residential remodeling contractor and licensed real estate agent, explains the appeal.

Barn Doors as Art

When you think “door” you don’t usually think “art”. But that’s not true with barn doors. A large part of their appeal is that not only do they serve as doors, they act as permanent art installments.

residential remodeling contractor adds barn doors as artWhen these barn doors are closed, they provide privacy for the bathroom. At the same time, the wood of the doors, the hardware and the simple Shaker-like design create art. And while the two rooms use two different neutral palettes, the barn doors as art pull both rooms together. A four or six panel door painted with matching trim paint just wouldn’t give the same effect.

Rooted in tradition with a modern twist is what Orange County homeowners want in their homes. Barn doors deliver.

Barn Doors Deliver Value

Barn doors don’t just deliver good looks, they deliver value as well. Zillow research finds that homes with barn doors sell faster and sell at a premium price.

Mentioning “barn doors” in the property listing can result in a sale of 13% more than expected and a sale in as little as 60 days.  That’s because when people search online for homes, they are adding keywords to their search. So, “barn doors” can be as much a part of the search as “3 bedrooms”. And when it comes time to sell, what you list is almost as important as how you list it.

According to the National Association of Realtors, 50% of home buyers start their search online. That’s more than starting with a real estate agent, open house, yard sign, and word of mouth from friends or family combined.

So, feel free to add those barn doors to separate bedrooms and bathrooms, adorn kitchen pantries, and provide division between living areas.

Residential Remodeling Contractor That’s A Real Estate Agent?

Joe Mueller understands the total impact a remodel makes on a home. Not just visually, but financially as well. That’s because Joe is the Orange County residential remodeling contractor that’s also a real estate agent. He is the principal behind Inspired Realty.

So, when you talk remodel, Joe knows how changes affect the value of your home. The addition of a barn door is just one example.  Joe also knows that the same research on the keyword “barn door” also discovered that “subway tile”, “shaker cabinets” and “farmhouse sink” are terms buyers are using in their search. So, if you are considering a bathroom or kitchen remodel, it pays to consider subway tile or a farmhouse sink.

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Bathroom Renovation Company Tips for Surviving Your Remodel

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You’ve likely spent months with magazines and Pinterest. You know the HGTV schedule by heart. Your bathroom remodel is one of the most highly anticipated events of the year. Now the contract is signed, a construction date is set and reality sets in. Your bathroom is going to be under construction for some time. You need a bathroom! Here’s tips to survive a remodel from a bathroom renovation company that’s seen the good, bad and ugly of people coping with construction.

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Avoid Major Renovations

This doesn’t mean you should avoid performing major renovations. It means you should avoid them. If more than half of your house is going to be under construction at one time, you should consider moving out temporarily.

It’s hard enough to live without a kitchen or a bathroom. But, if your kitchen, bathroom and bedroom are all under renovation at the same time you should probably move out. It’s a great time to take that vacation you’ve been planning.

Just make sure that your kitchen, bedroom and bathroom renovation company know how to reach you while you are gone. That way if problems or questions arise, they can be solved before you return.

Think of it this way, you’re probably going on vacation for a week or two this year. Why not do it during remodeling if a major portion of your house will be unlivable.

Memberships Matter

Got a membership at the local gym? Then take advantage of the shower and bathroom facilities while your bathroom is out of order.

Pack a bag with your personal care essentials and make it a habit to shower at the gym. Many gyms even provide hair dryers!

Honestly, the gym management doesn’t care that you didn’t work out. After all, they’ve got your monthly membership fee and that’s what matters to them. Shower at the gym in the morning before work or in the evening when your day is done.

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Plan Carefully

Plan with your bathroom renovation company very carefully. Before work begins, remove all items from the bathroom that you need on a regular basis. Talk to them about how they will contain debris and dust while they are working. Windows should be open if possible. Not only should doors be closed, but a containment area should be set up if sanding is involved.

Talk to the contractor about protecting your HVAC ducting system from construction debris. If your unit runs while construction is underway, dust will be picked up from the areas under construction and deposited all over the house. If the climate must be controlled to protect the materials being installed, then the AC might need to be left on. In this instance, make sure  a thorough cleaning of the blower motor, coils, and ductwork is performed once work is complete.

Bathroom Renovation Company that Cares

Inspired Remodels knows your home is more than our work area. Your home is your castle. We pledge to minimize the stress involved with a major renovation. Get a single point of contact for the entire project, get designers and remodelers that work as a team, and get a truly inspired remodel of your bathroom in Orange County. Call (949) 716-1938 and schedule a consultation today.

 

Custom Cabinets and Built-Ins for Any Room in the House

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Custom cabinets and built-ins are the ultimate for making a space uniquely yours. They are also the answer to maximizing available space and turning unusable space into usable.

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Personalize any room in the house with built-ins and custom cabinetry. This fireplace looks complete with the addition of built-ins. Display books and art on the open shelves. Crown molding marries wall and ceiling spaces perfectly. Custom-built cabinetry finishes the bottom. That’s plenty of places to store the things you don’t want to display!

Bookcases are some of the most common built-ins, but they certainly aren’t the only ones.

Built-ins can also take the form of a custom bar. In this space, you get room for glassware, liquor bottles, mixers, and refrigeration. This small space between a door and a corner might not be large enough to do much, but it is large enough for a mighty nice bar.

In this case, the woodwork and countertop match the kitchen decor. However, you could easily create the same bar with contrasting or complementary finishes. Since the kitchen tends to be the center of entertainment, it only makes sense to use unused kitchen space for a bar.

Built-ins by the fireplace take many forms. Think beyond shelves and bookcases. Inspired Remodels incorporated built-in drawers for this room. The custom built-ins with drawers fill the small space between the fireplace and the wall. The room looks finished and the homeowner has additional storage. Storage tucked out of sight, but still in plain sight. That’s the power of built-ins and custom cabinetry to transform a space. 

Custom Cabinets and Customized Cabinets

Custom cabinets provide additional flexibility when maximizing space. That’s why semi-custom cabinets are a great option. While custom cabinets are generally built on-site, customized cabinets are built by the manufacturer based on specifications. Think of them as stock cabinets, only customized. shower remodeling job included new custom cabinets

This bathroom provides not only cabinetry to support dual sinks but provides a vanity space as well. The customized space between the semi-custom cabinets makes the most use of the wall. The lowered countertop is much more comfortable for a seated person. The space between the cabinets provides a place to store a vanity bench when not in use.  That’s important because this room didn’t have much width between the cabinets and the shower.

Custom cabinets and semi-custom cabinets are great for solving problems with problem areas.

For example, this kitchen needed to maximize the storage space. The custom cabinets in the corner were perfect. Not only do these cabinets fit perfectly into this spot, but the trim at the top of the cabinets makes them look more like furniture than cabinets.

Custom cabinets also let you mix and match finishes and styles. In this same kitchen, Shaker-style doors and drawers are the stars. But unlike most Shaker cabinets, these cabinets aren’t finished in white.

Are Custom Cabinets and Built-Ins a Solution for You?

Thinking about a home renovation? Do you think custom cabinetry or built-ins are the solution for you? Contact Inspired Remodels to see how custom solutions can provide storage, add beauty, and maximize your space. It’s a great way to add a great deal of value. Call us at (949) 716-1938 today to schedule a consultation.