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Each year, there are different home design trends that become popular. Some include new trends, while others include old trends making a comeback. Throughout 2019, we have assisted our clients with a variety of home design projects. Now that the year is quickly coming to a close, we are going to look back at some of the most popular home design trends of 2019.
When you walk into a room, what is the
first thing that you notice? For some people, the walls grab their attention as soon as they step into a room. When someone notices the walls in your home, they aren’t just admiring the color. They arenoticing the color of the walls and the accents that pop, like the trim molding. Today, we are going to discuss the basics of trim molding and the variety of types and styles.
Typical insulation materials are fiberglass, cellulose insulation, and spray foam insulation. Each of these options is good for certain projects. Spray foam insulation great option as it is proven to be energy-efficient and long-lasting. In this article, we are going to discuss the basics of spray foam insulation and common uses.
You’re renovating your kitchen and it’s time to focus on the cabinets. Any professional will tell you that while remodeling your kitchen, choosing kitchen cabinets is a huge decision. This is where you want to dedicate the most time and money. There are plenty of options to take into consideration while shopping and it’s important to consider a variety of things.
We had quite a busy summer and as we look back at our porch and deck projects from the season, most of our customers chose aluminum railingsinstead of other alternatives. Since we are an advocate for aluminum railings, we love that our customers chose it. Aluminum boasts great qualities that other railing materials simply cannot match. So, let’s talk about why you should go with aluminum railings when a porch or deck project is on your list of to-dos.
You’ve done quite a bit to your home’s exterior to boost the curb appeal. It’s taken some time, but you have new replacement windows, modern siding, sleek shingles and a gorgeous front door that is simply jaw-dropping. There’s only one thing left on your list: a new garage door. You saved it for last because you want this final update to be the cherry on top of the sundae. Plus, shopping for garage doors is a time-consuming process. You want to select a good one that will last - hopefully a lifetime. Let’s talk about a few things you should know before you buy so you make the best choice possible.
It was 1952 - the engineered wood truss connected with metal plates was invented and patented by A. Carroll Sanford, founder of Sanford Industries. The invention was a long time coming as many years and many experiments of how to make trusses work effectively had gone by unsuccessfully. Since this successful origination in the 50s, the roof truss has not only gained an incredible amount of popularity, but tremendous necessity in the construction industry. At Fischer Lumber, we engineer many types of roof truss systems, so let’s learn about what all this means.
Summer is here and, in the Midwest, that means smoldering heat, unbearable humidity, and storms that brew out of nowhere. Since the summer weather is so unpredictable, we want to help you make sure your home and all parts associated with it run efficiently this season.
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