Botched Kitchen Renovation Finally Beautiful Again

September 28, 2018

Botched Kitchen Renovation Finally Beautiful Again

JENNA HILL

Atlanta homeowners in the upscale West Midtown area were so excited to finally begin their kitchen renovation. They hired a contractor last June to install a new Island, new doors and drawers and rework the oven wall.

Six months later, the kitchen was still not even close to being finished. The homeowners went months without their kitchen in hopes that the contractor would do the right thing and finish the job correctly.

Tips

September 27, 2018

Cabinet Painting 101: What you Need to Know

JENNA HILL

So you have decided to paint your cabinets but are nervous about the outcome? Rightfully, you should be.

This week I am focusing on what to expect during the process and some commonly asked questions we encounter from our clients.

Having been in business for 11 years, we have learned a lot over the years. Important items, whether you choose CCFF or another company for your refinishing needs.

Design Advice Tips

September 27, 2018

Help! My painter botched my job

JENNA HILL

Lately, we’ve been inundated with calls from clients who’ve had their cabinets painted by house painters and are unhappy with the finish. While these companies are often great with tackling basic interior walls and trim, they usually don’t have the experience with refinishing or painting cabinets. So I thought I’d talk about some key questions you should ask before hiring a company to paint your cabinets. With over 14 years in business, we’ve learned a few tricks to get the “smooth” finish that’s an absolute must!

Inspiration

September 27, 2018

Check Out The Newest Tile Trends For Summer 2018

JENNA HILL

Porcelain, ceramic, marble, patterns, textures…. with so many choices out there how do you choose the best tile for your space? As designers, we make it our job to keep up with the trends. A great place to start….a trip to the “Big Apple” of course!

Home Maintenance Tips

September 27, 2018

How Long Should A Good Cabinet Finish Last?

JENNA HILL

This is by far one of the most frequently asked questions in our industry. The answer is “it depends.” It boils down to wear and tear.

We have some clients whose kitchen was remodeled over 10 years ago, and the cabinets look like they were installed last week. While we have seen other kitchens requiring touch-ups after just two years.

Design Advice Tips

September 27, 2018

Kitchen Design Secret: Opening up our space….

JENNA HILL

Do you feel like your kitchen is small? How do you open up the space?

Here are a few easy solutions that don’t require a full remodel…..

1. Add Lighting

Tips

September 27, 2018

Help…My cabinet doors are cracking!

JENNA HILL

At KBIS this year, there was a lot of discussion over painted cabinets and the issues painting wood presents. There are 2 ways to make doors in the industry, Wood or MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard). There are pros and cons to both. Let’s talk about them both!

Tips

September 20, 2018

How to Choose a company to refinish your cabinets (10 questions to ask)

JENNA HILL

So you have decided it’s time to update your kitchen cabinets. Like most people, you have opted to have a professional take on this job versus doing it yourself. Here are 10 very important questions to ask every company you talk to about refinishing your cabinets: