Ask Gayle |
Ask away. Gayle can answer all your home renovation questions.
Hey Gayle, Is there an inexpensive way to
modernize our decades-old home?
Oh, for sure. A very simple thing is to update the hardware ... door
handles
It's an easy, fast project that we can normally do in just a few hours
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Q: What do I do with my
old fireplace?
A: Fireplaces are generally designed to be a focal
point in your home.
Easy inexpensive solutions are to paint the brick. Yes, hearth slate,
tile or
Most renovations transform the entire wall incorporating storage, wall
mounted Link to our Gallery of Fireplaces
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Q: I am not good with colours. How do you and I determine what works?
A: I suggest firstly having a conversation in your
home. There, we can together
There we can also look at the natural and artificial
lighting, and discuss colour 1) Monochromatic - based on using one colour in various shades, tones, and textures.
2) Complementary - think of the colour wheel - colours directly
across from
3) Analogous - is based on using three colours found next
to each other on the
In colour conversations we also use language like warm (reds,
oranges) , or cool
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Q: Floor vents - what are my options?
A: They are one of my pet peeves. Often I see a beautiful
expensive floor
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Q: Planning a bathroom renovation ??? A: It may be a bigger project than you initially thought. The difficulty with washrooms is they are small spaces that, depending on the extent of your renovations, take careful planning for all the aspects - demolition, framing of new shower, plumbing, electrical, tiling, carpentry, painting, cabinetry, counters, glass and mirrors, and more. It will likely take longer than you think. From start to finish, plan on two to three months. There is the design aspect to be finalized, the materials all to be ordered (well ahead of time to ensure everything goes smoothly once you start) and we need to line up all the various tradespeople. Budget? Again you will likely spend more than you think. We are here to help you get the end results you wish but if your tastes are extravagant and your budget is for paint only, we need to communicate so you are not disappointed. Today there are good options for every budget, but yes, you do get what you pay for. Custom cabinets and showers are costly but well worth the indulgence and expense as they will long outlast mass produced less costly alternatives. Creative options? We'll be happy to show you unique add ons to make it practical, and good looking with the personality that reflects you and your lifestyle.
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