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Welcome to the Wichita Remodeling Blog provided by Blue Ribbon Construction. Topics blogged about below include many Remodeling tips and articles from our expert contractors, resources, specials, news and other updates from our team here at Blue Ribbon Construction.

4 Kitchen Remodeling Ideas to Increase Your Home's Value

When it comes to improving the value of your Wichita home, it can be difficult to determine what kind of project will give you the most bang for your buck while still increasing your home's overall functionality. Home improvement and remodeling projects are never exactly cheap, […]

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How To Budget For A Bathroom Remodeling Project

Remodeling your bathroom is a great way to improve your home, and fortunately, you don’t need to spend more than you can to get it done. The professional remodeling contractors at Blue Ribbon Construction can help you make sure that you’re able to get the most […]

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4 Great Ideas For Andover Garage Conversions

One great way to improve your Andover home is to remodel the garage. Garage conversions can offer you more living space or simply make the space more enjoyable to use. Either way, a garage conversion can add value to a home. As an Andover garage conversion contractor, […]

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Kitchen Countertop Trends That You Should Know About

If you are thinking about Kitchen remodeling then you most certainly need to think about your countertops. That’s because they become a focal point of this space and can consume a large portion of the renovation budget. Simply put, you can’t get around the kitchen design […]

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3 Reasons To Invest In Replacement Windows This Summer

With summer nearing its halfway point, the home improvement season is still going strong. Even if you haven’t started on any of your long overdue home improvement projects, there is no need to worry as you still have plenty of time to schedule your project and […]

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3 Modern Kitchen Design Trends For Small Spaces

When you have a small kitchen, you want to make sure you get the most out of your modern kitchen design. Remodeling is all about taking that small space and making it the best it can be with a new updated design style. Your new kitchen […]

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3 Excellent Remodeling Projects To Schedule This Spring

With winter finally fading into the distance, and spring upon us, many homeowners out there are looking forward to throwing open their homes and tackling some long overdue home improvement projects this spring. The only question becomes one of which projects are you going to try […]

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Top Tips For Picking The Perfect Bathroom Vanity

Whether you are designing a custom home or remodeling the one you already live in, the bathroom is an important space to focus on. When it comes to picking a bathroom vanity, it is about selecting something that is both beautiful and functional. In fact, finding […]

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What to Watch Out For When it Comes to Garage Conversions

The great thing about a garage conversion is that the space already exists. Unlike alternative options for room additions, you are not adding on to the home, merely converting what already exists into a livable space. Of course, transforming a space meant to be a functional storage […]

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Tricks For Picking The Perfect Kitchen Cabinets

Kitchen cabinets consume approximately 40% of your remodeling budget, unless you are careful. Of course, for many people who want entirely new cabinetry, this is fine. However, it is important to know this already and be prepared. Not only do cabinets eat up a sizable portion […]

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Home Improvement Projects That Are Perfect For Fall

Autumn in Witchita is the ideal time to start taking care of home improvement projects. The weather is cool enough to making working on the home bearable, and the holiday season has yet to start so you have some free time. Your dream home is an […]

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The Benefits Of Garage Conversions In Wichita

It’s not uncommon for a garage to be packed with so much stuff that not even one car could fit inside. Smaller homes simply don’t have enough storage space and often don’t have enough room for the family. A garage conversion can give a family the […]

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Wichita Remodeling Tips – How To Plan A Garage Addition

Are you planning to customize your home with a garage addition? If so, there will be many aspects of the process that you need to plan in advance. For instance, one of the first decisions you will make is the remodeling contractor for the garage addition. You […]

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Tips On Kitchen Remodeling Projects In Wichita

If you are planning to make improvements to your home, you can start with a kitchen remodeling project. Since this is the area which shows the most signs of wear and tear, it’s a great place to start. It’s also one of the most noticeable areas […]

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Choosing The Right Wichita Bathroom Tile For Installation

There are many beautiful bathroom tile options available today that with the right installation will enhance the look and value of your Wichita home. Choosing the right tile may send you searching for information about your options. Blue Ribbon Construction, your Wichita Remodeling Contractor, offers tips […]

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Favorite Room Addition Projects

Room Additions have allowed many homeowners in the area to make their home into the place they want it to be. Blue Ribbon Construction can make this additional space for you with our room addition services today. Call our contractors for more information or to speak […]

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4 Tips For The Perfect Kitchen

So you’re getting ready begin your kitchen remodeling…..and you have no idea where to begin. Relax, because you’re not the only one. Blue Ribbon Construction works with numerous clients in Wichita, many of whom have to start from scratch. Remodeling your kitchen is a major investment […]

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The Kitchen Island For Your Kitchen Remodeling In Wichita

Kitchen islands are not only functional, but are a beautiful addition to any kitchen remodeling project you may have planned. One of the most popular kitchen islands are those that have built in stoves, cook-tops, and/or grills. When you have a stove or grill in your kitchen, […]

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Bathroom Design for Remodeling Your Space

When it comes to the initial step in your bathroom remodeling project, the design step, you want to be sure you take into consideration what you will be using the bathroom for. Your plans for a master bath will be much different than your plans for […]

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Top Tips for Bathroom Remodeling

Bathroom remodeling may not sound like as enjoyable a project as the kitchen or bedroom but it really just depends what you do with it. The bathroom has gone from being a room that was just functional to one that can actually be a relaxing oasis. […]

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Cost to Convert Garage to Kitchen in Wichita

The cost to convert garage to kitchen can range from moderate to expensive, depending mostly upon whether you intend to tackle some of the work yourself, or leave all of it to the professionals. If you are considering converting your garage into a kitchen, then more […]

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Basement Finishing For Upscale Basements

If you have invested in having a grand Wichita home, then I am sure keeping it looking nice is important to you. That is why you should only consider the best when looking for Wichita remodeling contractors for new construction and upgrades to your home. For […]

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Wichita Planning Home Repairs Can be Economical

Doing home improvements ranges from simple to complicated projects. At times it could hurt your pocket. Some builders would say that Wichita home repairs alone could be as costly as a new construction. Although the scope of work may only include portions of the house, among […]

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Accessibility Concerns for Wichita Kitchen Remodeling

Many Wichita families find it necessary to consider accessibility in designing their kitchen because of a family member with a disability or because of aging family members who are experiencing some physical limitations. At this time, there is no code of accessible design for residential Wichita […]

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Basement Finishing Ideas

Ideas are endless when designing your Wichita home and basement. If anything there are too many ideas, but here are the Top 5 Uses for a Wichita Finished Basement. Word of caution to the reader – you may get too many ideas on how to use […]

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Top 3 Kitchen Remodeling Ideas This Year – Save Money and Space

The last few years have taken a toll on our psyches, our wallets, and on the home remodeling world. Wichita kitchen remodeling projects have always been some of the most popular home improvements, but this year kitchen remodeling trends have changed vastly. This year’s Wichita remodeling trends […]

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8 Things to Consider When Planning a Bathroom Renovation

Wichita bathroom remodeling has the second highest return on investment of any renovation you can do in your home. It is right next to kitchen remodeling for ROI. A Wichita bathroom remodel can cost anywhere from a few hundred dollars, to tens of thousands. It all depends […]

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Select Replacement Windows For Noise Reduction

Anyone who has ever lived near a railroad track or a busy street knows how frustrating outside noise can be. It is difficult to relax or sleep in your own home if you cannot escape from the sounds of the outside world. Fortunately, thanks to innovations […]

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Get More Use Out of Your Basement by Finishing It

Many of us are looking for good Wichita basement finishing ideas so that we can complete that room and turn it into something that can be used. Basements often end up being wasted and only used for storage when they can be turned into almost anything […]

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4 Great Designs For Bathroom Remodeling Projects

Some of the great designs named in Wichita bathroom remodeling that will give you an improved and better space are: the tub is the star, the cantilevered double sink, the bathroom wardrobe, and antique and traditional looks. Remodeling your bathroom brings out the best of your bathroom space. […]

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Three Splendid Kitchen Remodeling Ideas

Have you considered what your life would be like with a new kitchen? The kitchen is the heart of many Wichita homes. It’s here where kids gather after school, where families prepare meals together, and where some of the most important work in the home goes […]

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How to Stop Mold Growth in Bathrooms

Are you sick and tired of constantly cleaning the black ingrowth from your Wichita bathroom tiles and grout? Have you noticed that no matter how much you clean, the black stuff always comes back? Well, you are not alone in this battle. It seems to be unavoidable. […]

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Different Bathroom Decoration Ideas

You cannot imagine life without a bathroom, can you? A Wichita bathroom should be a place where you should feel like coming back repeatedly. A bathroom should make you impatient to get in and allow you to treat yourself. A bathtub can drain you of your […]

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Make Your Home your Heaven on Earth

Planning to remodel a home can be a hectic job and the improper planning can make it even more miserable, this is the reason that consulting Blue Ribbon Construction is always considered to be a smart idea before starting to remodel your home. We charge a […]

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Wichita Patio Decks and Accessories

Would it not be great, at the end of a hard day’s work or on your day off, to relax outside on your patio deck? It is a dream that many people have. But it does not have to be just a dream.You could be actually […]

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How Safe Is Your Bathroom? It Might Be Time to Remodel

Every Wichita homeowner wants to feel confident about the safety of his/her family. Homeowners know the bathroom can be the most dangerous room in the house. In addition to the risk of personal accidents and injuries, electrical receptacles and plumbing could pose a risk of damage […]

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Garage Remodeling – A Great Space Saving Project

When a residential area is beginning to appear crowded for a growing family, it’s time to think and consider adding some extra space around your Kansas house. You do not need to get rid of the walls just to obtain the extra space needed, but you […]

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Home Improvement Projects – How to Do it Right

There is so much that a Kansas home improvement project can give you. It can increase the market value of your home, giving you an opportunity to charge a good selling price. It can also help you secure a refinancing deal and even a bigger home […]

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As Families Needs Grow So Do Basement Remodeling Jobs

Many people just don’t have the money to upgrade to a larger home or they just like the location that they’re in now. The solution is to add a new room. One of the easiest ways to add a new space to your home is with basement finishing. When […]

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Six Reasons to Remodel a Bathroom

Bathroom remodeling is one of the most popular remodeling projects undertaken by homeowners. Bathrooms are important rooms in any home. Whether you are considering the addition of a bathroom or remodeling or enlarging an existing bathroom there are many good reasons to undertake a Wichita bathroom […]

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Modern Home Remodeling Trends in Wichita

Times are changing and more and more people are now requesting modern home remodeling styles. Most of those interested in modern home remodeling trends have similar interests, a simple, uncluttered and functional style with clean lines. The sudden popularity of modern styles in Wichita is brought […]

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5 Home Improvement Mistakes to Avoid in Wichita

Just as a home improvement project can be very beneficial, it can also cause as much disaster when not done right. Year after year, the number of Wichita homeowners jumping into the home remodeling and improvement bandwagon is getting larger and larger. A percentage of this […]

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What Rooms to Remodel To Sell Your Home Quickly

Many Wichita homeowners take advantage of home remodeling to increase their home value. They often sell their property quicker and at a higher price thanks to their home remodeling achievements. Many times you can earn $2-3 on every $1 you spend. That means remodeling your home […]

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Wichita Bedroom Addition Estimates

If you are interested in obtaining estimates for Wichita room additions, there are a number of resources that you can utilize to find information. One of the best places to begin your search is the Internet. By browsing online, you can find a wealth of information […]

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Wichita Kitchen Makeover? Think About It Many Times

Kitchen remodeling may not be a good idea at first as it will cause a lot of temporary disruptions in the house especially since the kitchen is a busy area. Most people find a lot of difficulty making decisions on this matter since renovating one’s kitchen […]

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Tips for Interior Painting in Wichita

There are various things that you should consider before hiring a Wichita remodeling contractor to perform interior painting for different rooms of our house. One of these is choosing the interior paint finishes that have good durability and are easy to maintain. This will aid you […]

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Great Wichita Basement Remodeling Ideas

Basement remodeling ideas can be found in abundance by conducting a simple search on the Internet. It certainly makes sense to convert your Wichita basement into some usable living space. Why let any space in your home go to waste? There can be problems with basements, […]

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Wichita Basement Finishing Ideas

If you have decided to finish or remodel your basement, you are in for a treat. A basement remodeling project offers almost unlimited opportunity to add living space for your family. It will also increase the value of your home when you sell it. Finding basement remodeling […]

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Wichita Deck Building Cost Estimates

A deck building cost estimator can help you to obtain a rough idea of what it might cost you to build the Wichita deck of your dreams. If you have always wanted to build a deck onto your home, then it is certainly worth your time […]

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Wichita Home Renovation: Bathroom Remodeling Considerations

If you are thinking about renovating your bathroom, redecoration and painting probably can come to your mind. These are just a few things that you can do and there are others that you may likely consider. Wichita Bathroom remodeling adds value to a home. Whether your […]

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Calling a Wichita Remodeling Contractor

It is true that change is the only thing that is permanent in this world. But it is also true that often, change is a good thing. No matter how perfect a thing seems to be, it is almost always refreshing to change it into something […]

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Wichita Sun Room Additions Are Economical

If you need to add living space to your Wichita home and want to find an economical way to build the addition, you might want to consider a sun room. Sun room additions can serve almost any purpose and they can be installed both quickly and […]

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Green Kitchen Flooring Options for Wichita

When remodeling your Wichita kitchen, you might want to consider some “green” options. There are several kitchen flooring materials you can choose that come from renewed or renewable sources. These green kitchen flooring options are easy to maintain and beautiful. Their protective coatings make them perfect […]

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Useful Basement Finishing Ideas

Gone are the days when Whichita basement areas are usually used for storage and such tasks. Especially for the more creative homeowners, there are various basement finishing ideas that may be used to improve the ways that basements may be used. Instead of using the area […]

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Benefits Of A New Room Addition

When you start a family of your own, the first thing that you need to do is to build a Whichita home where your children can grow up and enjoy a happy childhood. Sometimes, the members of the family increase so suddenly that the need for room […]

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The Most Attractive Features of a Wichita Home

When you look at a person, there could be one of many features that stand out and get you to stop and take notice of them. They might have big, beautiful eyes, sultry lips, strong hands or great hair. Having one great feature is often enough […]

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Wichita Home Renovation Ideas

After you have lived in a Wichita house for a number of years you begin to get a bit bored with the current layout and decide to refurbish the place. The motivation for this change in your home could be inspired by a change in your […]

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Kitchen Remodeling Basics

With all the variety of choices and enhancements available today, Wichita kitchen remodeling can actually be a fun addition to your house. But there are certain things that need your attention and the first of them is the kitchen design. Look at all your options and […]

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Good Kitchen Remodeling Tips

Things to consider  If Wichita kitchen remodeling is on your mind, the features that you should consider are not only the materials and colors of the kitchen, but also the creation of an integrated dynamic internal appliances and furniture. Geography of the kitchen: Trading Spaces The National Association of […]

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5 Great Basement Remodeling Ideas

If your basement has become the home’s default storage room, what you need are some Wichita basement remodeling ideas. Fortunately, we’re here to help. Every day many homeowners try to think of ways they can transform their boring basements into something new. The first thing you must […]

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Excellent Kitchen Remodeling Tips

Things to consider  If Wichita kitchen remodeling is on your mind, the features that you should consider are not only the materials and colors of the kitchen, but also the creation of an integrated dynamic internal appliances and furniture. Geography of the kitchen: Trading Spaces The National Association of […]

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Kitchen Remodeling Adds Beauty and Value to Your Wichita Home

For most Wichita families, the kitchen is the heartbeat of the home, where meals are prepared and shared, where homework gets done, and where everyone keeps track of comings and goings. Whether you’ve recently taken advantage of the drop in housing prices and landed a bargain […]

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Kitchen Remodeling and Natural Light

Allowing natural light to enter any room will make it lighter and brighter. It will also make the room look and feel larger. Bringing natural light into a kitchen can be challenging, however. The placement and shape of many kitchens limit the number and size of […]

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Basement Remodeling Projects

If you’re looking for a home improvement project that’s easy to complete and makes a big difference in your home, then you should consider the most neglected part of your home – the basement. Many people stuff their basement full of junk and never go in […]

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What You Should Know About Basement Remodeling

The easiest way to add a new room or rooms to your home is to better utilize the space you already have. Basement remodeling can be more economical than building an addition, because, with the walls, floor, ceiling, and utilities in place, your space is already […]

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Eight Ways to Add Value to Your Home

“Two story brick traditional with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, island kitchen, and large deck!” Sound familiar? We often talk about houses in terms of room count, along with a list of finishes, such as tile floors, granite counters, or faux paint. While this vocabulary conveys certain […]

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Plans For Room Additions to Homes

In today’s financial marketplace, many growing families need additional space to accommodate their growing families, but they cannot afford to purchase new homes right now. Many people find a way around this by adding on to their existing homes using plans for room additions to homes. […]

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Popular Bathroom Tile Shower Design

When selecting the ideal shower design for your bathroom, there are several aspects of the project to consider before a final decision is made. Firstly, how large is your bathroom? If you have a small sized bathroom, you will not want to overwhelm it with a […]

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Renovations To Make Accommodations

When you think of home renovations, you probably think of extending a room or changing cabinets in a kitchen or modernizing an older home. Yet there is a whole new market of people needing home renovations – the elderly. Renovations for the Elderly: According to a recent CNN […]

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Tips on the Best Composite Deck Materials

The best composite decking materials are composed of different recycled materials, mainly plastics and wood. The best composite decking materials take away the problems of standard wood decking. Wood can fade, be a place mold to develop, crack and splinter. Wood decking requires seasonal treatment by […]

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Wichita Deck Building Things To Consider

Building a Pool or Spa deck in your backyard can be both functionally and aesthetically rewarding. A Wichita deck can act as a space where you can lounge and relax, function as an area for shading and sunbathing, and it can be an additional space for […]

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Custom Garages in Kansas

Many people in Kansas are starting to build custom garages for their beloved vehicles. Sometimes it’s to consider the space limitations for their vehicles. Other times, it’s to turn the garage into a showcase for their cars. Either way, there are some things you’ll want to […]

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Finishing Your Basement Can Be Very Rewarding for Wichita Home Owners

Transforming your Wichita home’s basement into a finished space can prove to be very rewarding. Frequently the additional living space is used for a variety of entertainment functions including: Recreation Rooms, Bars, Gyms, Billiard Rooms, Home Theatres and Family Rooms. In addition, Bedrooms and Bathrooms are […]

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Add sparkle and verve to your Wichita bathroom design

When renovating or thinking of a suitable bathroom design for a new home, here are some tips you may want to consider. A Wichita remodeling contractor and help you choose bathroom fixtures that suit the size of the room and the colors that can have an impact. […]

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