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This project is from our early years as general contractors in the Chicagoland area. These photos aren't professionally shot, but it should help you to understand our history of design and construction excellence.
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The Home
Nestled in Jackson Ranch, Thurston House welcomes you to experience the solace and comfort of this warm and peaceful home.
As you step past the barnwood accented exterior, you enter a refined rustic interior with a barnwood wall and century-old beams
gracing the great room. Durable, luxury, vinyl, tile flooring leads you further in, past a front office with ample sunlight. Relax as you gaze upon the Front Range, through the pines, from the great room - while a wood-burning fire crackles nearby. Continue into the spacious kitchen, complete with custom cabinets and more amazing views. An expansive walk-in pantry gives way to an oversized garage, a builder and hobbyist’s dream space. Steps away from the kitchen, the master bedroom envelops you, providing those awe-inspiring views, while balancing privacy in the pines.
Whether you seek to entertain or to escape, the downstairs of Thurston House delivers. The stairs open to a lounge, complete with a
wood-burning fireplace and abundant screen space, while a wet bar is tucked away for close conversation. Additional bedrooms offer
comfort and privacy for overnight guests. A home gym leads to the privacy of your backyard among the pines, with mountain views to
motivate you.
The Builder
Custom Design Builders (CDB) provides a relational partnership aimed at building the home that exists in your mind. Founder and president, Ben Woody, draws on the practical creativity of his nearly 30 years of construction experience, along with the safety consciousness he acquired as a firefighter. Ben is skillful at building according to your desires, incorporating a thoughtful design that balances safety and functionality in a dynamic process. CDB relies on the expertise acquired from years of building partnerships with the most reliable tradesmen in the area. Our team of partners consistently delivers the highest quality products and services, which has helped drive our exponential growth via word-of-mouth referrals.
As a family-owned and operated business, CDB understands relationships. Engaging in a partnership with CDB is to take on an active role in designing and defining your project, while relying on the comfort and security that can only come from decades of experience.
The Interior Design
Thurston House brings a feeling of warmth, comfort and hospitality. Modern accents elevate your living experience by highlighting the character of century-old, hand-hewn beams and barnwood. A luxurious freestanding bathtub and Euro-style shower in the master bathroom encourage you to relax and recharge in your own spa-like retreat. Energy efficient HVAC and water systems, appliances and windows minimize your footprint. Durable flooring offers stability and longevity, and hand trowel-finished drywall with reclaimed wood accents provide a warm background for your life. The open floor plan lends itself to entertaining, and the views of the Front Range through the pines are enticing. These same spaces also feel private and individual. Whether training in the home gym for your next marathon, building your dream canoe in the garage, or relaxing while you listen to the crackle of a fire in your fireplace accented by those hand-hewn beams, Thurston House is a stunning place to call home.

For this project, the goals were straight forward - a low energy, low maintenance home that would allow the "60 something couple” time and money to enjoy all their interests. Accessibility was also important since this is likely their last home. In the end the style is minimalist, but the raw, natural materials add texture that give the home a warm, inviting feeling.
The home has R-67.5 walls, R-90 in the attic, is extremely air tight (0.4 ACH) and is oriented to work with the sun throughout the year. As a result, operating costs of the home are minimal. The HVAC systems were chosen to work efficiently, but not to be complicated. They were designed to perform to the highest standards, but be simple enough for the owners to understand and manage.
The owners spend a lot of time camping and traveling and wanted the home to capture the same feeling of freedom that the outdoors offers. The spaces are practical, easy to keep clean and designed to create a free flowing space that opens up to nature beyond the large triple glazed Passive House windows. Built-in cubbies and shelving help keep everything organized and there is no wasted space in the house - Enough space for yoga, visiting family, relaxing, sculling boats and two home offices.
The most frequent comment of visitors is how relaxed they feel. This is a result of the unique connection to nature, the abundance of natural materials, great air quality, and the play of light throughout the house.
The exterior of the house is simple, but a striking reflection of the local farming environment. The materials are low maintenance, as is the landscaping. The siting of the home combined with the natural landscaping gives privacy and encourages the residents to feel close to local flora and fauna.
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Detailed below is the restoration of a Victorian tiled hallway floor that we started back in June in Preston. Although we started in June there was so much damage to the subfloor and the tiles it took some time to complete, additionally, the client did not like the colour samples of the replacement tiles we had brought along and so decided to source their own which took some time.
Three months later with replacement tiles now sourced we were given the go ahead to start the restoration. The first day’s focus was cleaning the original floor using very coarse 100-grit and 200-grit Diamond pads fitted to a rotary buffer machine and applied to the floor using a strong dilution of Tile Doctor Remove and Go to add extra cleaning power. Tile edges were given special attention using a flex machine fitted with small diamond grit pads.
The floor was rinsed with water to remove the soil generated and this was followed up with an acid rinse using a 1:3 dilution of Tile Doctor Grout Clean Up. This last step in the cleaning process is especially recommend for old floors like this which don’t have a damp proof membrane and can suffer from efflorescence issues.
The next stage focused on repairing the floor and started by carefully knocking out all the broken and chipped tiles. We had previously estimated over 30 tiles needed replacing and so the client had bought two boxes, meaning I had plenty of spares to work with.
Before tiling however, the subfloor had suffered over the years and needed attention first. To deal with this the damaged areas were raked out, cleaned up and then back filled with rapid setting self-levelling screed from Mapie adhesives. Once the sub-base was fixed then we put the new tiles back in, they were not an exact match, about 5mm too short and lighter in tone, but the colour was pretty close.
Tiling an old Victorian floor like this can be a bit like dominoes as you move one out of place 2 decent ones come loose and then they also need refixing. Some of the tiles had hair line cracks in them and once they were loose, they just cracked in half. As such the 20 spare tiles that I thought were spare came into good use and I actually ended up using all of them. I could have done with a few more so it was decided to reset the last four broken tiles and grout them in. Luckily for me the client was very understanding about the nature of tile restoration and had accepted that there would be some imperfections and they were not expecting a new floor.
The Tiles were fixed down using Ultralite Rapid Flex (another product from Mapie) and then grouted using the same adhesive (not a grout, as they did not have grout back in the day, just cement and screed).
The floor was left this to cure overnight, and we came back the next day to finish the clean using a 200-grit diamond pad fitted to a buffing machine and lubricated with water, then one last acid rinse to get the tiles as clean as possible and remove any lingering grout haze. This last clean helps to blend the new tiles in with the original.
Before applying a protective sealer, the floor was left to dry for a couple of days, the tiles need to be thoroughly dry before sealing or you can end up with a patchy appearance.
For this floor with no damp proof membrane, it was important to use a fully breathable sealer that will allow moisture to rise through the tile and evaporate at the surface, so Tile Doctor Colour Grow was chosen. This is a good choice for old floors like this as its fully breathable, head wearing, and it contains a colour enhancer that improves the overall appearance of the tile.
Three coats of Tile Doctor Colour Grow which is a fully breathable, colour enhancing sealer hat works by soaking into the pores of the tile protecting it from within. It has a matt finish, and it works really well with all clay tiles and is ideal for these types of floors.
You can probably spot the lighter coloured tiles in the after photos on this page, however it’s a very subtle difference and I think they have blended in quite well with the original. Certainly, my client was very pleased with the newly restored floor, its completely transformed from when we first visited the client, and the floor has now gained character and history. For aftercare we recommend Tile Doctor Neutral Cleaner, its an effective pH neutral product that is compatible with the new sealer.
Russell Taylor
Lancashire Tile Doctor

We provide hand renderings of the space to convey the ideas and schemes. This helps the client understand and visualize the concept.
Mid-century modern bedroom photo in San Francisco
Mid-century modern bedroom photo in San Francisco

This project is from our early years as general contractors in the Chicagoland area. These photos aren't professionally shot, but it should help you to understand our history of design and construction excellence.

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The Home
The Horizon is the culmination of many years of thoughtful customer ideas, past and present, that have influenced our designs. Our
stunning semi-custom home represents true main-level living with panoramic views, on 35 acres in Peyton. The Horizon features large
windows thoughtfully placed to capture stunning Pikes Peak views, provide natural light, and passive solar gain in the open living, dining and kitchen area.
With just over 3,800 square feet, four bedrooms, four bathrooms and a dedicated office this home is stylish, functional and efficient. The master bedroom and its oversized windows were designed to highlight the mountain view with a spa-like master bathroom and large walk-in closet, allowing direct passage to the laundry room. A large, covered back deck, stone accents and oversized three-car garage contribute to paramount wish-list items. This luxurious home fits the custom market without the custom price.
The Builder
MasterBilt Homes is locally owned and operated by Jim Stiltner and Clark Sundahl, who have been successfully building in El Paso County for nearly three decades. We make a conscious effort to provide our clients with a custom-built home - without the custom price - through broad vision, careful thought and handcrafted design. Our homes are uniquely tailored to fit individual lifestyles. Each member of the MasterBilt Homes family is invested in every client and every home we build. That commitment has been rewarded again and again through repeat customers and referrals, making up a large portion of our business. We understand that our future depends on your satisfaction. Modify our plans, bring your ideas, and we will help you realize your dream home.
The Interior Design
Masterbilt Homes’ Horizon is a genuine representation of our company culture, which values and respects the partnerships that make our business successful. This floorplan has evolved over the last 25 years with creative design ideas from members of our staff, past customers, designers and friends. Together, we have created a traditional yet modern home, with all the latest upgrades that customers have come to expect. You will see that the outside curb appeal is also reflected inside the home, with attention to every designed detail.
MasterBilt Homes would like to thank our friends, family, customers, sub-contractors, professionals and partners for all your support and service creating Horizon

This project is from our early years as general contractors in the Chicagoland area. These photos aren't professionally shot, but it should help you to understand our history of design and construction excellence.

The Home
The Horizon is the culmination of many years of thoughtful customer ideas, past and present, that have influenced our designs. Our
stunning semi-custom home represents true main-level living with panoramic views, on 35 acres in Peyton. The Horizon features large
windows thoughtfully placed to capture stunning Pikes Peak views, provide natural light, and passive solar gain in the open living, dining and kitchen area.
With just over 3,800 square feet, four bedrooms, four bathrooms and a dedicated office this home is stylish, functional and efficient. The master bedroom and its oversized windows were designed to highlight the mountain view with a spa-like master bathroom and large walk-in closet, allowing direct passage to the laundry room. A large, covered back deck, stone accents and oversized three-car garage contribute to paramount wish-list items. This luxurious home fits the custom market without the custom price.
The Builder
MasterBilt Homes is locally owned and operated by Jim Stiltner and Clark Sundahl, who have been successfully building in El Paso County for nearly three decades. We make a conscious effort to provide our clients with a custom-built home - without the custom price - through broad vision, careful thought and handcrafted design. Our homes are uniquely tailored to fit individual lifestyles. Each member of the MasterBilt Homes family is invested in every client and every home we build. That commitment has been rewarded again and again through repeat customers and referrals, making up a large portion of our business. We understand that our future depends on your satisfaction. Modify our plans, bring your ideas, and we will help you realize your dream home.
The Interior Design
Masterbilt Homes’ Horizon is a genuine representation of our company culture, which values and respects the partnerships that make our business successful. This floorplan has evolved over the last 25 years with creative design ideas from members of our staff, past customers, designers and friends. Together, we have created a traditional yet modern home, with all the latest upgrades that customers have come to expect. You will see that the outside curb appeal is also reflected inside the home, with attention to every designed detail.
MasterBilt Homes would like to thank our friends, family, customers, sub-contractors, professionals and partners for all your support and service creating Horizon

When a repeat client contacted us about stucco remediation on their home, we were happy to help! We dramatically transformed the exterior of this 5,000 sq. ft. home by using a combination of stone and HardiePlank siding. The cupola was a unique and fun project. As a tribute to where our clients first met, we matched the design of the cupola to that of Bucknell University’s Library.
Rudloff Custom Builders has won Best of Houzz for Customer Service in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, and 2021. We also were voted Best of Design in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021, which only 2% of professionals receive. Rudloff Custom Builders has been featured on Houzz in their Kitchen of the Week, What to Know About Using Reclaimed Wood in the Kitchen as well as included in their Bathroom WorkBook article. We are a full service, certified remodeling company that covers all of the Philadelphia suburban area. This business, like most others, developed from a friendship of young entrepreneurs who wanted to make a difference in their clients’ lives, one household at a time. This relationship between partners is much more than a friendship. Edward and Stephen Rudloff are brothers who have renovated and built custom homes together paying close attention to detail. They are carpenters by trade and understand concept and execution. Rudloff Custom Builders will provide services for you with the highest level of professionalism, quality, detail, punctuality and craftsmanship, every step of the way along our journey together.
Specializing in residential construction allows us to connect with our clients early in the design phase to ensure that every detail is captured as you imagined. One stop shopping is essentially what you will receive with Rudloff Custom Builders from design of your project to the construction of your dreams, executed by on-site project managers and skilled craftsmen. Our concept: envision our client’s ideas and make them a reality. Our mission: CREATING LIFETIME RELATIONSHIPS BUILT ON TRUST AND INTEGRITY.

Orsini Remodeling is a full-service general contractor in Santa Clarita. We offer specialized services for bathroom remodeling, kitchen remodeling, room additions and home remodeling in Santa Clarita. We are dedicated to understand your dreams and then use the latest tools and techniques to bring those dreams to life. Contact us today and discover how we can help you.
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We understand that when it comes to your home, you want nothing but the best. This is where we help. At Valleau home builders, we don’t just build homes, we build dreams. We offer exceptional home addition services and residential home construction work in the entire Hawthorne region.
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Parisi Remodeling is a full-service general contractor in Rolling Hills. We offer specialized services for bathroom remodeling, kitchen remodeling, room additions and home remodeling in Rolling Hills. We are dedicated to understand your dreams and then use the latest tools and techniques to bring those dreams to life. Contact us today and discover how we can help you.
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Mediterranean luxury bathroom in Calabasas with incredible views and walk-in bathtub.
Mid-sized 1950s master marble floor and beige floor bathroom photo in Los Angeles with raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, a bidet, beige walls, an integrated sink, granite countertops and a hinged shower door
Mid-sized 1950s master marble floor and beige floor bathroom photo in Los Angeles with raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, a bidet, beige walls, an integrated sink, granite countertops and a hinged shower door

When a repeat client contacted us about stucco remediation on their home, we were happy to help! We dramatically transformed the exterior of this 5,000 sq. ft. home by using a combination of stone and HardiePlank siding. The cupola was a unique and fun project. As a tribute to where our clients first met, we matched the design of the cupola to that of Bucknell University’s Library.
Rudloff Custom Builders has won Best of Houzz for Customer Service in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, and 2021. We also were voted Best of Design in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021, which only 2% of professionals receive. Rudloff Custom Builders has been featured on Houzz in their Kitchen of the Week, What to Know About Using Reclaimed Wood in the Kitchen as well as included in their Bathroom WorkBook article. We are a full service, certified remodeling company that covers all of the Philadelphia suburban area. This business, like most others, developed from a friendship of young entrepreneurs who wanted to make a difference in their clients’ lives, one household at a time. This relationship between partners is much more than a friendship. Edward and Stephen Rudloff are brothers who have renovated and built custom homes together paying close attention to detail. They are carpenters by trade and understand concept and execution. Rudloff Custom Builders will provide services for you with the highest level of professionalism, quality, detail, punctuality and craftsmanship, every step of the way along our journey together.
Specializing in residential construction allows us to connect with our clients early in the design phase to ensure that every detail is captured as you imagined. One stop shopping is essentially what you will receive with Rudloff Custom Builders from design of your project to the construction of your dreams, executed by on-site project managers and skilled craftsmen. Our concept: envision our client’s ideas and make them a reality. Our mission: CREATING LIFETIME RELATIONSHIPS BUILT ON TRUST AND INTEGRITY.

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U.S. Builders understands that sometimes big changes in a home or commercial interior start by modifying small details; color, shapes, windows, crown molding, etc. These are some samples of our redesign work as requested by our clients. Our eclectic design background can fit all requests bringing together classic and modern, American and European styles. Call us to help you delineate your interior remodeling goals!

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Are you on the fence about hiring a professional house painting company? We understand! Here are 6 reasons why hiring a professional painter might be right for you:
Saves time
You know the parts of painting that everybody hates? The prep work of scraping, cleaning, sanding, filling holes, caulking, removing outlet covers, protecting floors and other surfaces, and all of that other fun stuff? Pro-Painting takes care of that for you.
Quality job
We’ve been painting homes for decades, which means we know the ins and outs of professional house painting.
Color expertise
We’ve painted every color of the rainbow in every style of home imaginable. Not only is it our profession, it’s also our passion. When you hire Pro-Painting & Drywall you’re not only getting the knowledge of paint quality and expertise, you’re hiring a company who’s participated in helping designers and homeowners achieve their color dreams.
Cleanup
Hiring Pro-Painting & Drywall means that you can kick back and relax, knowing that your home will be as sparkling clean as it was before the paint job!
Efficient
This is what we do full-time, whereas most people pick up a paint brush just for a quick DIY on the side of their day-to-day activities.
We are going to be able to get your beautiful, high-quality paint job done more quickly than you’d be able to do on your own.
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One of the best reasons to hire a professional painter is that they are licensed and insured. This means you have peace of mind that you wouldn’t have if you painted your home on your own.
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Many buyers ask the same question when sourcing bedside tables from China:
“Why is the MOQ so high?”
For OEM bedside table and nightstand projects, MOQ is not only a sales rule. It is connected with material purchasing, machine setup, finishing process, hardware ordering, packaging, and production efficiency.
For standard ODM bedside tables, MOQ is usually easier to manage because the factory already has the structure, material plan, and production process ready.
For custom OEM nightstands, MOQ is usually higher because the project may involve custom size, color, drawer structure, legs, handles, finish, logo, packaging, or smart functions such as USB-C, wireless charging, LED lighting, Bluetooth speaker, fingerprint lock, or password lock.
For importers, distributors, hotel buyers, e-commerce sellers, and private label furniture brands, the best solution is not always to ask for the lowest MOQ.
A better approach is:
- Start with existing ODM models
- Keep the material and finish simple
- Use mixed SKUs under one material plan
- Accept a reasonable small-order price increase
- Build long-term cooperation with the factory
- Test the market first before placing a larger order
Hebai Furniture, operated by Ganzhou Hebai Wood Products Co., Ltd., is a China-based OEM bedside table and nightstand manufacturer supporting OEM/ODM projects for global buyers.
We support:
- Modern bedside tables
- Leather nightstands
- Upholstered nightstands
- Smart nightstands
- Hotel bedside tables
- Wireless charging nightstands
- USB-C bedside tables
- LED nightstands
- Bluetooth speaker nightstands
- Fingerprint lock nightstands
- Custom packaging
- Private label furniture projects
If you are sourcing bedside tables or nightstands from China, understanding MOQ can help you reduce risk, control cost, and negotiate with suppliers more professionally.
Full MOQ guide:
https://hebaifurniture.com/blog/bedside-table-moq-guide
Browse product catalog:
https://hebaifurniture.com/category
Request catalogue and quotation:
https://hebaifurniture.com/catalogue
Hebai Furniture | OEM Bedside Table & Nightstand Manufacturer in China
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