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Room-to-Room

Additions
When considering a home renovation, think outside the box for
design inspiration and setting the overall tone.
With homeowners staying in their homes longer due to the economy, renovations should focus on usability and personal style.
For those homeowners looking to sell, the market is still very
much a buyer’s space, so quality additions that increase value are
certainly top of mind. Luckily, there’s no need knock down walls
or move plumbing to make an impact – simply start with small,
quality updates to pack a dramatic punch for less money. Here are
some ways to add quality and comfort within the different spaces
of your home:
Entryway
As the first thing visitors see, your front door should always
provide a good impression, reflecting the beauty that emanates
throughout your home. With doors, matching the exterior and
interior creates a flow into outdoor living spaces. Using doors as a
part of the overall aesthetic can also allow for some creativity with
glass accents or bold color choices. Choose a reliable door manufacturer, such as Masonite, that offers a wide breadth of finishes
and styles using wood, steel and fiberglass.
Living Room
Add decorative touches to your living room with repurposed items
found around the house. Fill a decorative pitcher or an old tin
watering can with fresh flowers from the garden to add elegance
to your coffee table. Wrap assorted globe lighting fixtures or
mason jars with wire and hang them in a grouping to display votive candles. For an eclectic and shabby chic feel, turn a vintage
drawer on end to use as a bookshelf or bring in an old wooden
crate to use as a side table.
Kitchen
Refreshing your kitchen doesn’t require a major update. Add a
new color to existing cabinetry by refinishing or addinga new coat
of paint. Would you like to add a glossy shine to the kitchen?
Simply apply mesh-back glass tile to fit the dimensions of cabinet
door panels. Finish the update with a modern touch by replacing
outdated hardware with the many new, stylish options available.

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Bathroom
From tiles and countertops to faucets and showerheads, the options are endless for bathroom updates. With wall-hung, standalone or pedestal styles, your choices for a new vanity are no
exception. During a renovation, some homeowners begin their
project by focusing on other bathroom elements like those mentioned above. But starting with the addition of a new vanity, like
one of the many beautiful options from Ronbow, will set the stage
for your bathroom and provide a focal point for the other design
elements.
Rooms throughout
From the master bedroom to the hall entryway, hardwood floors
provide the ultimate in beauty and ambiance. Refinishing gives
your existing tired, worn out floors an instant upgrade that shines
from room to room.
By focusing on a few quality updates, you can add beauty and
comfort to your home to be enjoyed for many years or add value
in a competitive housing market. For more design ideas and tips,
visit www.ronbow.com or www.masonite.com.