Inspiration for a cottage home design remodel in Minneapolis

A NEW DORMER is the only telltale sign of the rearrangement of bedrooms on the second floor that allowed two to become three. A QUIRKY BATHROOM occupies a former storage area.

Renovated kitchen with charcoal gray cabinetry, brass hardware, hand-glazed ceramic tile, and marble-look quartz countertops. Photo by Kyle Born.
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Every tree tells its own story through the movement and variation of its grain and tone. For this console, we’ve used telltale wood from the Sheesham tree of India. Its history unfolds in contrasting sections of dark grained heartwood and lighter sapwood, entwined in a visual dance. The flowing wood grain is framed by the clean-lined, retro-inspired shape of the console, making it a functional and bold work of art.

The red tell-tale Wolf knobs just so happen to blend perfectly with our custom colored glass backsplash. :) Interior Design by Michele of AWAKEN interiors. Photography by Nathan Peerbolt

While Debi’s 20-year old windows had once been a source of pride within her home, she’d recently noticed the telltale signs that home window replacement was necessary. The most alarming signs were continuous ice build-up, drafts, and black mold growing on the window ledges. SeasonGuard triple pane vinyl windows proved to be a choice that offered the ultimate peace of mind.

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While Debi’s 20-year old windows had once been a source of pride within her home, she’d recently noticed the telltale signs that home window replacement was necessary. The most alarming signs were continuous ice build-up, drafts, and black mold growing on the window ledges. SeasonGuard triple pane vinyl windows proved to be a choice that offered the ultimate peace of mind.

A Seeping Chimney Can Cause Long-Term Damage A seeping chimney is a slow, gradual way of water entering into the home and causing damage slowly, steadily and over time. The seeping chimney damage can range from a minor repair to something far more extensive. However, when it comes to water, it certainly doesn’t play nice with the materials your home is made from, including your chimney. Let’s take a look at some of the various damage that can occur when your chimney leaks and makes its way to the various part of your home. Wall Damage One of the most obvious telltale signs of a water leak from the seeping chimney is wall damage. When it reaches your walls, the paint can peel, the wall can little bubbles or even the drywall can begin to chip away. No different if you have crown molding, wood paneling or other decorative aspects to your walls. Water can make the varnish peel and cause discoloration. When your chimney isn’t inspected each year by a certified technician, these damages can be very expensive to repair. Mold Growth Many of us have experienced mold in the bathroom. Why? Because it is a perfect place for mold to grow. You have the perfect main ingredient. Moisture. If a seeping chimney allows for moisture to enter your home, it can create a perfect scenario for mold to grow. Mold can be harmful to your heath, especially if you have health issues such as asthma, allergies or emphysema to name a few. By maintaining a healthy chimney equipped with a chimney crown, chimney cap and a waterproofing solution called Chimney Saver, you can keep moisture out and your health in good shape. Soft Wood, Walls & More When water gets at wood or walls, and it drips over time, the wood and wall material turn soft and falls apart. This rotting makes the wood or walls flaky to the touch and can cause structural damage. There’s another issue that comes with rotting wood or water-logged walls…bugs and pests. This is the perfect vacation spot for bugs and pests. Keeping them out of your home is a top priority. Keep unwanted visitors out of your home by having an inspection on the chimney, the flue and down to the fireplace completed. Contact us today at 877-244-6349. We’re right here in Lombard, IL, close to where you reside. What You Can’t See Can Hurt You One way to ensure wall damage, mold spores and deteriorating wood and walls don’t happen is to get a yearly inspection on the chimney. Whether you have a gas or wood burning fireplace, use it all the time or not, rain water is still active trying to find its way into your home. Don’t give it that chance. Keep on top of it with a yearly inspection. Contact us today at 877-244-6349 to set an appointment for a fireplace clean and check for a certified chimney inspection.

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