Joaquin Erazo, Jr.

Water Delivered Just the Way You Want It

When you plan your kitchen renovation, remember to think about water. While water filtration and water heating won’t create ooohs and ahhhhs like granite countertops or whimsical backsplashes, you use kitchen water multiple times a day. Why not make it sa... Read >

Small Kitchen Remodeling Ideas

When you have a small kitchen, you need to make every inch count. Small kitchen remodeling projects must make admirable use of limited space. Condos in major cities may have small kitchens. What to do? Kitchen cabinets can be fitted around refrigerato... Read >

Remodeling Your Bathroom Using Glass Block

Glass block is perfect for a combination of privacy and translucence. These brick-like glass squares have a textured surface which distorts the view, so you can create a window that others can’t look through, or you can obscure an unsightly view. They are... Read >

The Best Bathroom Designs Use Layered Lighting

When shaving, styling your hair, and applying makeup, what is the most important consideration (in addition to a steady hand)? Adequate light. When planning the optimal bathroom design, think about the lighting. It is every bit as important as the other e... Read >

Research to do Before Your Kitchen Remodel

When planning a kitchen remodeling project, the first step is to call a remodeling company, right? Maybe not. Before you start talking with the professionals, do some research so you’re in a good position to get make informed decisions with your remodelin... Read >

Remodel Your Home and Get Better Storage in Your Closets

More storage space is probably something you want from your home renovation. More and better organized closets help your house less cluttered and can help stage your home when it’s time to sell. Home remodeling companies and closet organizing businesses c... Read >

Remodeling a Bathroom for Aging in Place

As you move into retirement, you may find it’s time to remodel your home to help you stay through retirement. Other words used to describe these design choices include “aging in place" and “universal design." Aging in place modifications allow you to l... Read >

Choosing a Bathtub for Your Bathroom Remodel

When planning a bathroom remodeling project, it used to be that you didn’t have many choices of bathtubs, but today there is a bewildering array of tubs in different shapes, sizes, and materials. How do you choose which kind of tub is right for you? Here ... Read >

Organizing the Kitchen as the Center of Activity

Today the kitchen is the hub of activity for your family. Not only do you prepare, eat, and clean up meals there, but you probably spend a lot of time doing homework, hanging out, and reading the newspaper there, too. No wonder it gets so cluttered! Wheth... Read >

Are Induction Cooktops Right for Your Newly Remodeled Kitchen?

If you’ve been waiting for prices to drop or technology to improve on induction cooktops, you’re in luck. Add a new induction cooktop to your list of upgrades when you start remodeling your kitchen. If you haven’t seen them in action, induction cooktop... Read >

Add a Banquette When Renovating Your Kitchen

Need to seat more people at your kitchen table but there’s not enough room for a larger one? Install a built-in seat or bench, like a restaurant booth, otherwise known as a banquette. When sketching out your kitchen renovation, draw a banquette into a cor... Read >

Ideas to Renovate Your Galley Kitchen

Rather than despair over your galley kitchen, make the most of it. Galley kitchens that incorporate the right design allow for maximum use of vertical space and minimal movement between stations, making them ideal for any serious chef. Why? Because everyt... Read >

Add a Butler’s Pantry to Your Kitchen Renovation

A butler’s pantry may sound like a relic from a bygone era, but it can make a useful addition to your home, particularly if you do a lot of entertaining. Traditionally a butler’s pantry was a short hallway in between the kitchen and dining room, although ... Read >

Kitchen Organization Tips for a Less Stressful Holiday

The holidays are a wonderful time when families can get together and enjoy each other’s company. However, it is sometimes a source of stress, especially if you’re the person hosting a group and preparing the food. Here are some hints for a stress-free hol... Read >

Remodeling with a Grant

Government grants for remodeling your home? It sounds too good to be true, but you can really get money from the federal government or your state for some home improvements under certain circumstances. Many of these grant programs are administered through... Read >