Are you thinking of getting a new countertop? If your one of the few people who are in this market right now you want to really do some shopping, search online for local companies using search terms like minneapolis countertops or Florida wood counters. You should have an idea of the type of countertop you want. Wood or a natural stone is a great way to go, you want to research these though as there have been some health issues involved with some types of granite countertops.
If after looking online you still have not figured it out take a walk around a local home improvement store and look at what they have, then go back to the internet and find what you liked. If you don’t want to pay for shipping you can try 2 things, find coupon codes online or take the ad to your local store and see if they will price match, some right now will.
I remember hearing the commercials for Empire carpet a few years ago and my little brother thought they were fun and repeated the number all of the time. Because of the catchy way they get consumers attention I know a few people who have used them for their carpet installation and were very happy with the results. The company has been around for over 45 years, they are based in Northlake Illinois but today are in over 50 metropolitan areas including some places in Canada. In 2007 they were named the #1 specialty flooring retailer and were in the nations top 200 brand names, beating out well known names like office max, hallmark and H&R Block.
A fun feature of this company is the Empire Man. This live action character was introduced in 1977 but eventually was turned into the animated character you see today. It is now seen internationally and even is now a bobble head doll. Usually this character appears about the same time as the Famous jingle sounds. The “Eight-hundred five eight eight, two three-hundred, Em-pire!” is the one that caught the ears of many people in my area and I’m sure helped them with sales.
If you have seen the commercials for them, like the one above, you may think they only sell carpet, well they actually sell much more then that. They also have Hardwood Flooring including many types of specialty hardwood floors, ceramic tile, and they even have window treatments and bath and shower liners. Really they have almost everything you need for a good home improvement project. Empire Today is also known for their in home calls, they offer free in home estimates and even bring samples to you. They offer next day instillation for any in stock carpet and so far they have delivered everyone that I have talked to has gotten their carpet installed the next day and very quickly. Overall they have been very happy with the quality of their carpet.
This is a great company to look at for your flooring and other home improvement needs. They are very helpful and have great deals all the time. Right now they have a 60% off selected styles event. How long this is available depends on the product you are looking at so make sure to check out the site carefully.
Empire Today is a wonderful company and one that I would recommend to people I know, future clients I may have and anyone else who is looking for flooring. They do care about their customers and the quality of their product. A great trait for any company to have.
Many people right now are trying to find ways to save energy and still keep their homes warm and livable. I have a great new product for you to try called Radiant glass. This glass is made in Colorado by a company called Radiant Glass industries. The product is called Power*e Glass and it is very easy to use and install.
The glass uses a save low voltage current that would be the equivalent of running 2 light bulbs. The current heats the window and allows that heat into your home. Many people who have used it claim that there heaters hardly ever run after adding just a few of these windows. This is a great product for anyone who has a lot of windows in their home. I would recommend having a separate thermostat installed for any interior rooms that have no windows though. These windows will also help keep your home cool in the summer by blocking the heat from outside.
Besides helping with energy cost these windows also will stop condensation and fogging of windows. That way you will always have a clear view outside. This type of window would work well in a bathroom where you may use a shower or tub that could cause fogging and block a view.
Power*e windows can be made any way you would like. They work in most types of frames and can even be tinted. Check out this new unique product and see if if will work for you.
Do you wish you could actually do some of the things I talk about without making it look like a hurricane went though your home? Well now you can! Renuzit is having a $20,000 home makeover contest. I love when business do this as sometimes people really need the help but they can’t afford to have someone come in and do it.
Now I’m sure your wondering how you can enter to win? Well all you have to do is have a video camera and a home that really needs a makeover. Submit a video of your home at triscents.com and tell Renuzit why you need a home makeover you also have to write an essay that is 250 words, thats not a lot it’s just a little longer then this post. There are also few videos up at the site if you need some inspiration. See official rules
If your not interested in the contest you still should check out the TriScents site as you can get a starter kit coupon for Triscents. It’s very easy to download, just make sure that there is a store near you that will take them and who knows maybe having a fresh smelling home will inspire you to become a do it yourselfer!
With spring on it’s way and in some places already here many people are thinking about making changes to their home. My mother has already picked out paint to redo the bathroom and I’m going to be picking out paint to redo mine.
The best thing to do is do a self assessment of your home and decided if something does need to be changed. Pick one room if you decide to redesign something and do that room first. Don’t take on more then one project at a time unless your selling your home, hiring someone or flipping a house. There really is just no point to do more then one thing at a time. It will only cost you time, money and sanity.
Once you decide what needs to be fixed figure out a budget and stick to it. You can find so many things online that are cheaper then in your local store or sometimes you can find very good deals at your local store, shop around and see what you can get.
I learned a lot in my class this term. One thing I found interesting is that Air conditioners don’t actually cool your home like a refrigerator would cool, they just condition the air to a lower temperature. It’s complex and hard to explain but it was still very interesting.
After learning that I started to understand how they could make a Portable Air Conditioner that can be used anywhere. My mother just ordered one for her classroom as they get way to hot during the spring. They have no cross ventilation so she was able to get approval for one. That is a nice thing about these small conditioners you can use them anywhere. I am always thinking about working on homes in hot areas. A portable air conditioner would be a great way to keep things cool until you got the main one set up. The best part is you can then take it with you.
If your tired of being inside all day it may be time to plan an outdoor remodel. Outdoor kitchens are a hot thing right now and they really come in handy for the outdoor lifestyle. Just think about it, you won’t have to be inside while everyone else is out enjoying the pool or the sunshine. You can be right out there with them cooking dinner or a lunch on the weekend.
A nice picture isn’t it? Outdoor kitchens do require some work and set up, but even a good do it yourselfer can handle setting one up. I usually recommend hiring someone to do this as it’s easer and they can really give you a nice set up. If you already have an interior designer you should talk to them to see if they do outdoor spaces, many do.
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