| There are a number of ways to upgrade a kitchen or | | | | finishes. Tile is relatively easy to work with, and a |
| a bathroom. One is a complete redesign that might | | | | typical removal and replacement for an average |
| include deluxe cabinets, hardwood flooring, an | | | | kitchen could be accomplished over the course of a |
| elaborate lighting scheme and imported tiles. The | | | | weekend. |
| options and possibilities with any re-design are virtually | | | | As for the specifics of any tile installation, a mortar |
| limitless, as long as there's a budget to accommodate | | | | bed with thin set adhesive is a proven application. In |
| the scheme. However, for those who want to | | | | any situation where tile may be the material of |
| brighten the kitchen or the bathroom without having | | | | choice, the installation should include a sanded grout, |
| to endure the cost or inconvenience of a renovation | | | | with clear sealer for added luster. |
| project, the best solution is to replace the | | | | One of the most durable materials for a kitchen |
| countertop. | | | | countertop is granite. In addition to this durability, it is |
| Any interior designer will admit, certain items and | | | | one of the most versatile, since it is available in a |
| finishes can be a focal point of any room. In a | | | | variety of finishes and textures. The availability |
| kitchen, the cabinet faces can be re-finished and the | | | | explains the popularity of granite among designers |
| flooring replaced, and there will be a noticeable | | | | and builders of high-end custom homes. |
| difference. However, by removing the old ceramic | | | | As a result of this popularity, selecting a style for the |
| tiles and replacing them with granite or quartz, the | | | | kitchen is no longer a difficult endeavor. Many |
| entire kitchen will take on a new personality. | | | | installers will provide samples that can be matched |
| In a bathroom, removing the modest, cultured marble | | | | with the existing cabinet finishes in order to arrive at |
| vanity top in favor of solid surface with a coved | | | | the ideal selection. The nature of the typical |
| backsplash could make a world of difference. By | | | | installation will omit any joints, and this eliminates the |
| adding a set of faucet fixtures, along with a coat of | | | | selection of any grout. A top-notch installation will |
| paint on the walls and ceiling, the results would | | | | include the tops, backsplash and precise cuts for the |
| suggest the bathroom has been redesigned. | | | | sink and any electrical outlets. |
| There are numerous on-line sources where one can | | | | Upgrading to one of these finishes will all but eliminate |
| browse the vast selection of slabs and tiles that are | | | | cleaning with anything except a damp cloth. In |
| available. The styles range from uniform designs, to | | | | addition, the homeowner will enjoy an attractive |
| textured tones that will complement existing cabinet | | | | upgrade that will last for decades to come. |