Wednesday, September 12, 2007
REMODEL SURVIVAL TACTICS
You’ve finally decided to remodel that 1970s kitchen. Out with the
Avocado Green and Harvest Gold tile. Wait! Those colors are back.
Presuming you have a design (preferably done by a certified interior
designer), a licensed contractor and building permits; there are some
things to consider before bringing in the wrecking crew.
Temporary Kitchen. Patios are ideal. Water and drain lines in exterior
walls, can occasionally be temporally routed to a utility sink. It
beats washing dishes in the bathtub.
Construction Zone. Stay out of the way. It’s for your safety.
Be flexible! Unexpected situations will occur.
Contractor’s Aid. Designate a bathroom; keep snacks and nonalcoholic drinks coming.
Keep your sense of humor! You’ll soon have the home you desire.
By Denise Turner, ASID, CID
Member, Color Marketing Group
Denise
is a certified interior designer, owner of the Color Turners in Alta
Loma, specializing in color, product development and marketing; www.colorturners.com. For a free list of certified interior designers in your area, call 760.761.4734 or email office@ccidc.org |
