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Working With Pros211 Stories

Contractor's Tips: 10 Things Your Contractor Might Not Tell You
Remodeling GuidesContractor's Tips: 10 Things Your Contractor Might Not Tell You
By Kenny Grono
Climbing through your closets and fielding design issues galore, your contractor might stay mum. Here's what you're missing
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17 Things Color Consultants Want You to Know
Working With Pros17 Things Color Consultants Want You to Know
By Becky Harris
Dithering over potential palettes for your home? A color pro might be the way to go. Here's how it works
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Have It Your Way — What Makes Architecture Successful
ArchitectureHave It Your Way — What Makes Architecture Successful
By Eric Spry
Universal appeal doesn't exist in design. The real beauty of any home lies in individualization and imagination
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7 Tips for Making Contractors Your Allies
Working With Pros7 Tips for Making Contractors Your Allies
By Erika Ward
For a contractor as vested as you are in your home project's success, follow these time-tested techniques from a professional designer
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Architect Lingo Decoded for the Average Homeowner
ArchitectureArchitect Lingo Decoded for the Average Homeowner
By Bud Dietrich, AIA
Baffled by your architect's mention of using BIM to show the spatial organization of your home remodel? Get a clue here
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How to Work With an Upholsterer
Decorating GuidesHow to Work With an Upholsterer
By Lisa Frederick
Swapping out faded fabrics is just part of an upholsterer's job. A magic touch with furniture details is on the table too
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Contractor Tips: How to Shop for Your Remodel
Contractor TipsContractor Tips: How to Shop for Your Remodel
By Kenny Grono
Small mistakes in buying remodeling materials can add up to huge cost overruns. Here's how to get things right the first time
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How to Work With a Childproofer
Kids’ SpacesHow to Work With a Childproofer
By Lisa Frederick
Why lose valuable shut-eye worrying over hidden hazards when you can call in this safety pro?
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How to Work With a Plumber
Working With ProsHow to Work With a Plumber
By Lisa Frederick
Follow these guidelines, and your plumbing job will flow as smoothly as water through clean pipes
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How to Read a Floor Plan
Remodeling GuidesHow to Read a Floor Plan
By Bud Dietrich, AIA
If a floor plan's myriad lines and arcs have you seeing spots, this easy-to-understand guide is right up your alley
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How to Work With a Remodeler
Remodeling GuidesHow to Work With a Remodeler
By Lisa Frederick
Avoid costly mistakes and get exactly the upgrade you want for your home by working with a professional remodeler
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