Staircase - traditional wooden l-shaped wood railing staircase idea in Richmond with wooden risers

Inspiration for a transitional kitchen remodel in New York

Example of a small trendy guest light wood floor and beige floor bedroom design in Vancouver with white walls and no fireplace

Barry Grossman Photography
Example of a trendy white floor living room design in Miami with beige walls and a wall-mounted tv

Native Trails
Mountain style bathroom photo in Other

Huge transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor kitchen photo in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash, paneled appliances and two islands

Kitchen - traditional kitchen idea in Columbus with recessed-panel cabinets and brown cabinets

Large transitional l-shaped light wood floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen photo in Other with quartz countertops, an island, white countertops, a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Transitional freestanding desk light wood floor and beige floor home office photo in Raleigh with beige walls

A popular trend in new homes, especially Scandinavian builds, is an open-concept interior design with plenty of glass that provides plenty of natural light and a clean, cohesive design narrative, and this home is no exception. Every room in this home affords sweeping views of the ocean and countryside perfectly juxtaposed with the home’s interior’s clean, industrial style.

A heavy kitchen appliance, like a Kitchenaid mixer, can be lifted with ease to countertop level and conveniently stored in its own cabinet with an appliance cabinet from Dura Supreme Cabinetry. This is a great storage solution to help save counter space, create more kitchen workspace and make putting away your small kitchen appliance easier with less lifting. The key to a well designed kitchen is not necessarily what you see on the outside. Although the external details will certainly garner admiration from family and friends, it will be the internal accessories that make you smile day after day. Your kitchen will simply perform better with specific accessories for tray storage, pantry goods, cleaning supplies, kitchen towels, trash and recycling bins. Request a FREE Dura Supreme Cabinetry Brochure Packet at: http://www.durasupreme.com/request-brochure

What a stunning garage! The perfect complement for a nice car!
Example of a small minimalist attached one-car garage design in Los Angeles

No paper towels on this countertop! This custom pull-out keeps the paper towel roll concealed yet conveniently located directly beside the main sink. Dedicated storage below keeps trash bags, cleaning supplies and other everyday essentials organized and easily accessible—solving a common kitchen storage problem without adding countertop clutter.

Inspiration for a timeless bathroom remodel in Houston

I was contacted about a Georgian property in the Kent village of Leeds , to see if I could do anything to improve a Travertine tiled floor. The use of Travertine was extensive and had been installed throughout the ground floor including the kitchen, dining room, utility and bathroom WC. Travertine is probably my favourite stone, but it is acid sensitive and attracts dirt easily, due to its ‘holey’ composition. Initially we discussed the floor over the phone where I got to know about the issues they were experiencing, and I detailed the renovation process I normally use to restore it including the products and timelines. Naturally they wanted to me to provide a quote for the work however its tricky to do that accurately without seeing the floor, so I arranged a date to pop over. Upon arriving I could see the tiles and the wide grout joints had extensive, ingrained dirt indicating the previous sealer had long since worn away. This is a common issue with stone floors, and to re-assure myself and the client it could be resolved I cleaned a small area in the utility room with pleasing results! This test clean helped me to understand which products and methods would work best on the floor and later that day I emailed over a detailed quote for the renovation. Happy with the quote I received a reply the same day asking when I could start. My colleague and I arrived on the agreed date and work started with adding protection to all areas that required it. We use a lot of water during the cleaning process and some materials such as MDF can become damaged with water ingress, so it makes sense to do this. To get the floor clean, a coarse Carbide Brush fitted to a rotary machine was run over the Travertine tiles to scrub in a strong solution of Tile Doctor Pro-Clean. This process generates a lot of slurry as the dirt was washed out of the stone and grout which is extracted with a wet vacuum as we progressed. Next it was on hands and knees with more Tile Doctor Pro-Clean and handheld brushes run over stubborn areas and along the grout lines to take them from 80% up to 100%. Happy with the results, the next step was to renovate the stone using a series of diamond encrusted burnishing pads. Using only water for lubrication this process starts with the application of a coarse 400-grit burnishing pad attached to the floor buffer. This produces a lot of slurry which again was removed with a wet vacuum. This left the Travertine clean, but the pores of the stone had been opened giving the floor a matt finish and more absorbent than it was originally. To further refine the appearance of the stone the next two burnishing pads were applied which are 800 and 1500-grit. These pads polish the stone and close the pores, restoring the natural sheen in the process. After each pad was applied the slurry was rinsed off the floor with water and extracted with the wet vacuum. Once complete the floor was left to dry off fully overnight. I arrived the next day and took several moisture readings from the floor to check that it had dried off sufficiently overnight. The results were good, so work moved onto sealing the Travertine with two coats of Tile Doctor Ultra Seal which is a natural look impregnating sealer. It works by soaking into the stone, occupying the pores and thereby preventing dirt from becoming ingrained there. This ensures dirt remains on the surface where it is easily cleaned away. The final step in the floor’s renovation was to apply the last of the diamond polishing pads which is a very fine 3000-grit. This pad further improves the polished appearance of the stone resulting in a satisfying sheen. The work made a massive difference to the floor, and I received an email the next day from one of the owners who was really pleased with the transformation: ”Floors look brilliant. Very pleased.” For the care and maintenance of polished sealed floors I recommend the use of Tile Doctor’s Stone Soap which is a gentle but effective cleaning product that won’t impact the sealer and contains a patina enhancer. When it comes to sealed floors my mantra is: “If you look after the sealer, the sealer will look after the floor!” Graham Davis North Kent Tile Doctor

Lepere Studio
Inspiration for a mid-sized mediterranean terra-cotta tile great room remodel in Santa Barbara with white walls

Native Trails
Bathroom - modern bathroom idea in Other

Continuing the concrete-look porcelain tile throughout the home gives it a nice, clean consistency and appeal. Carrying the tile from floor to walls while accenting the tub/ shower wall with simple, yet interesting mosaic makes the space playful yet sophisticated. The walnut vanity gives a pop of warmth to the space and creates balance. Having good tile installers is a MUST especially when renovating a older home where none of the walls are straight and wanting a clean modern look. Chris Haver Photography

Here's is a dull marble floor The Grime Boss restored in Arlington, VA. This marble floor has lost its luster and shine over time. There are several reasons why a marble floor may become dull. Over time, foot traffic, spills, and regular wear and tear can cause the surface to become scratched and scuffed. Harsh cleaning chemicals or improper cleaning techniques can also damage the finish of the marble and leave it looking dull and lackluster. Fortunately, there are several ways to restore the shine to a dull marble floor. Professional polishing can remove surface scratches and restore the natural shine of the marble. Regular maintenance, such as sweeping and mopping with a pH Neutral cleaning solution, can also help to keep the marble looking its best.